The person Elsa reached out to was named Jane.
Although they hadn't been in close contact since starting college, their shared childhood created a strong bond, and they had always been on good terms.
Jane replied quickly.
[I'm here, what's up?]
Elsa made some small talk before telling Jane about Frieda's upcoming birthday party.
Jane readily agreed: [Okay, see you on Wednesday then.]
She knew Xander's uncle would be at the party.
Jane had heard from Elsa's parents that Elsa had married well and that Xander's uncle was a man of some influence.
Building a good relationship with Elsa now couldn't hurt.
After all, the more people you knew, the more doors might open.
Seeing Jane's reply, Elsa was thrilled.
She knew it. Jane wouldn't refuse.
Because Jane wasn't like Caitlin and Gertrude.
Jane was a real friend.
Elsa immediately replied: [Great, see you then!]
After arranging things with Jane, Elsa contacted another friend.
She had made up her mind. Since Frieda loved a lively atmosphere, she was going
to make this birthday party a huge, festive event.
She wanted Frieda to have the time of her life.
She had promised that two of her friends would come to celebrate, and she wouldn't go back on her word.
Soon after, Xander returned to the room, smiling at Elsa. "Honey, did you get in touch with your friends? Are they coming?"
"I did," Elsa nodded. "They're both coming."
Elsa didn't mention that the friends who were coming weren't Caitlin and Gertrude. She didn't think it was necessary.
Besides, just thinking about Caitlin and Gertrude now left a bad taste in her mouth.
Frieda just wanted a lively party, so
as lon
s two of her friends were there to celebrate with Freda, t didn't matter who they were.
Hearing her answer, Xander was ecstatic. "Really, honey?"
"Of course," Elsa nodded. "I've already arranged everything."
Xander continued, "Then I'll go tell Mom and Dad right now so they can prepare properly. We can't neglect your friends."
Seeing how much Xander valued her friends, Elsa was moved once again. "Actually, it doesn't need to be too grand she said quickly It's just the two of them. We car just do what we normally do!"
Xander waved his hand dismissively. "No, no, that won't do. Your friends are coming to celebrate Mom's
birthday, so we have to make it net
grand affair. That's the only way to show how much our family values you. Otherwise, your friends might think we don't take you seriously!"
Who was Caitlin?
She was a genuine powerhouse.
If they didn't throw a lavish party, it would be a slight to their distinguished guest.
After all, Caitlin was coming to deliver a luxury mansion as a birthday gift.
Elsa was even more touched.
She knew it. She had made the right choice.
The Forrester family was full of good people.
After saying this, Xander added, "Honey, I'll go let Mom and Dad know so they can get everything ready."
Elsa had wanted to stop him, but Xander was insistent, so she had to respect his wishes.
It was for the best, really.
This way, Jane and Shona could see just how much the Forrester family cherished her.
No one knew how happy Elsa felt at that moment.
Over the next few days, Elsa busied herself with preparations for Frieda's birthday.
Trying to stay on Frieda's good side, she spent three thousand dollars on a necklace for her.