Modern Traveler-Chapter 93. Debut

"See, you don't dare to imagine it because your idol image will shatter like broken glass in your mind. Look, she's turning red! Hahaha!" Tristan continued to tease Mika, making fun of her.

"Shut up! Neo is an angel compared to them! Ahhh! Don't make me compare them! Tristan, I'll ignore you if you keep this up," Mika replied, becoming increasingly annoyed.

"Okay, okay, sorry! I'll stop. Hahaha, no need to be mad," Tristan said, laughing.

"You're making me mad," Mika replied.

"You two should stop. Your voices are getting louder! Hahaha, people are starting to glance at us," Jane chimed in.

"Why not date each other? I think you both are a match," Neo suggested.

They both looked at each other and simultaneously exclaimed, "Hell no! I don't want to be with this violent woman / I don't like this brain-dead idiot!"

"What did you say?" Tristan and Mika both asked, surprised.

"See? Hahaha! When we were in school, I saw a spark between you. Maybe not now, but soon. I can't wait to see that!" Neo was just teasing the two.

"Neo, your girlfriends are here. They're so gorgeous! I'll take a photo with them later," Bea pointed to the entrance where Madison, Sabrina, Elizabeth, and their friends were standing.

"I'll go get them," Neo said as he stood up and walked toward his mother and girlfriends.

"Auntie, this is my best friend Lena," Madison introduced her.

"Hello, ma'am. Nice to meet you," Lena said politely.

"Hello, Lena. Come inside! Madison, take care of her. You know where your seats are, right?" Luna asked.

"Yes, we're at the same table with Sabrina and Elizabeth," Madison replied as she and Lena stepped aside to allow Sabrina and Elizabeth to introduce their friends to their future in-laws.

"Hi, Aunties! This is my best friend, Joey King," Sabrina said.

"Hello, ma'am!" Joey greeted them enthusiastically.

"Hello, Joey. Welcome!" Luna responded warmly.

"Auntie, this is Sydney; she was my friend," Elizabeth added.

"Hello, Sydney! Welcome. I hope you enjoy yourself," Luna said.

"For sure, Aunty," Sydney replied with a smile.

"Oh, Neo is here! Let him join you," Luna said, focusing more on the other guests. She had also invited many of her amigas.

"Mady, Sab, Eliz, come, let's sit at your designated tables," Neo led them near the front of the stage.

"Neo, let me introduce you to my best friend. Lena, this is my boyfriend that I told you about." Madison was the first to introduce them.

"Hi, Neo! I'm so glad to finally meet you. Madison always brags about you, haha! Now that I see you in person, your image online didn't do you justice at all," Lena said.

"Hello, Lena. Don't praise me too much; you're making me blush, haha," Neo replied, giving her a proper hug as a greeting.

"This is also my best friend, Neo—Joey King. I'm sure you know her," Sabrina said.

"For sure! I saw her in different TV shows and movies as a child. Nice to meet you, Joey," Neo said, closing the distance with a hug for her as well.

"Hi, Neo! Sabrina always has this dreamy expression when she talks about you. Can't blame her, though," she said, returning the hug.

"No need for an introduction between you two, haha! Even though I invited her, I'm sure you invited her too when you guys met," Elizabeth chuckled after saying that.

"Ahahaha, no need to introduce, I already know Neo," Sydney said, and winked at me

"Hahaha, it's nice to see you again, Sydney," Neo said as he hugged her and whispered in her ear, "I missed the feeling of your body."

Not backing down, Sydney whispered back, "Why not taste it later? I'll wait for you. Hahaha." Then we separated as if nothing had happened.

We chatted for a few minutes before Noah arrived. He handed me the documents that needed my signature and greeted Sabrina before sitting at his table.

Before long, more friends arrived: Poki, Rae, Sakura, Kyedae, and Tenz. They greeted my parents and walked to another table beside Amelia and George's close friends.

"Hello, Tenz! I'm friends with Neo. Can I ask for a picture later?" Remi turned to Tenz and asked.

"Sure! Why wait until later? We can do it now. We'll be busy later," Tenz suggested, and they took a selfie. Many of the guests were observing Sabrina, Madison, and Elizabeth. The teens were also focused on Pokimane and the others. They weren't close to Neo, so they didn't intend to ask for pictures.

Isaac arrived with Leo and Kim, and they sat with Noah. The last to arrive were Jack and Emma. Soon, the birthday party started.

I was seated with my girlfriends while my parents were with my uncles and aunts. My cousins were also with them.

The host then announced that the birthday party was about to begin. She called Amelia to walk to the stage with her escort, George.

Amelia was wearing a white dress with red floral embroidery. The dress is a ballgown style with off-the-shoulder sleeves. The red embroidery is concentrated on the bodice and the skirt's hemline, creating a striking contrast against the white tulle.

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As George walked Amelia to the stage, he was dressed in a suit. The host announced the start of the "18 Roses" ceremony. First to dance with Amelia was her father, followed by me and then George. My cousin and her closest friends also participated in the dance. Once the "18 Roses" segment was complete, the host addressed the audience.

"Now let's hear the proud parents' messages to the debutant," the host invited my mother and father to speak. My mother was the first to take the mic.

"Hello, I'm Amelia's mother. Thank you to everyone who has come to celebrate my daughter's debut. I'm not accustomed to speaking in public, so I'll keep this brief. Amelia, congratulations on turning 18! You are now of legal age to make your own decisions, but always remember that family stays together, no matter what happens. We will support you in whatever you choose to do. You are a very intelligent young woman, and I am incredibly proud of you. Stay humble and kind, our princess. And for you, George, I am also very proud of you, my son. You always prioritize your sister over your own needs, and your kindness does not go unnoticed. We know you support her quietly. I love you both, and once again, happy birthday to Amelia and George." Tears of joy glistened in my mother's eyes as she finished speaking and passed the mic to my father.

"Hello, I'm the father of the twins, as many of you may know. Like Luna, I'm not used to speaking in public, so I'll make this shorter than hers! Hahaha. Amelia, I hope you're enjoying your night. My wish for you is to stay healthy and always be yourself. As your mother said, family will always stand by you. Every decision you make, big or small, we will support you no matter what. As for you, George, I don't need to express it explicitly. You are doing what a good brother and son should do, and I'm proud of you. Happy birthday to both of you, and I love you."

As my dad finished his speech, applause erupted from the audience. Amelia and George, new to this show of affection, were brought to tears.

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Shao🫡