I was so excited. Even before the day started, I was all hyped up all last night. Today was my birthday! And, it was my first birthday in Sternbild. That also meant without my parents who were back home in China. So why was I excited? Because, all of the others were probably preparing for my birthday party! This is what I imagine will happen. I will casually walk into the Heroes Center, and all of the lights will be off. I will ask confusely, "why are the lights off?" Then, the lights will snap to life, and everyone will be there with goofy party hats, decorated presents, and cake. Then they will say "Happy birthday Pao-Lin!" And then they will sing Happy Birthday to me while I blow out the candles. Then I open up each and every present, thank each hero, and we all have a good time.

So, when morning came, I dressed myself in my best clothes that was not a dress of any sort. A yellow blouse with flower prints, a pair a white jeans, and my hairpin from my parents. I walked all the way to the Heroes Center, and walked inside. Expecting it to be dark, but cautiously walked in, but instead, the fluorescent lights were on brighter than usual, practically blinding me. I covered my eyes with my arm, and acidently walked into someone. "Oh!" I looked and saw it was just Kotetsu. "Hey Pao-Lin. Lights a bit blinding ain't they?" He said with a goofy grin. That's just like him. "Yeah..." I said. "Well, see ya!" And with that, Kotetsu began to walk away. I was a bit confused by this. "Kotetsu!" I shouted a bit too loudly. Kotetsu turned back startled and asked, "Uh, yes Pao-Lin?" "Do you know what today is?" I asked. "The fourth of March correct?" Well. Looks like he forgot my birthday. "Yes. Thank you." Kotetsu looked a bit confused. "Well, see ya Pao-Lin," and with that, he was gone.

The rest of the day went somewhat like what happen with Kotetsu. Nathan and Karina at the trendmills. Keith and Antonio at the weights. And Barnaby at the water fountain. They all seem to have forgotten today was my birthday. I was really upset that everyone would forget my birthday. The day was nearly over, and surprisingly, there hasn't been any crimes today. With nothing to do, I began to get ready to go home so I could forgot about everyone forgetting my birthday. I was about to walk right out the door when someone tapped me on my shoulder. I turned to see it was just Ivan. I haven't seen him all day, which was typical with him. I smiled at him, "Hey Ivan. Need something?" Ivan looked a bit nervous. He had his hands behind him, like he was holding something. I raised my eyebrow, "Got something Ivan?" He began to blush. He pulled out his hands from behind, and in his hands was a plushy of a Pikachu. My favorite pokemon from the games. My eyes widen, "Ivan... Is this for me?" He nodded and said, "Happy birthday Pao-Lin..." We stood there for a few seconds. Then, he leaned forward, and kissed me on the lips. The kiss lasted for only about 20 or so seconds, but it was simply the most amazing moment in my life. His lips tasted like vanilla and cinnamon. It was such a strange combination, yet it mixed so perfectly. He pulled back, and looked into my eyes with his beautiful grey eyes. Then he said once again, "Happy birthday Pao-Lin..."