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Chapter 23: 18th birthday

As Luna's birthday approached, the Walküre members were abuzz with excitement, eager to celebrate the occasion with their beloved friend and comrade. Kaname, Makina, and Reina set to work planning a surprise party, determined to make it a day to remember.

Aboard the Island, Makina and Chuck were huddled together in a corner, heads close as they whispered excitedly. It was Luna's 18th birthday, and they were determined to make it a celebration to remember. "We have to do something special for Luna," Makina exclaimed, her eyes shining with excitement.

Chuck nodded eagerly, his mind already racing with ideas. "I know just the thing," he replied, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. "Let's throw her a surprise party!"

Makina's eyes lit up at the suggestion. "That's perfect!" she exclaimed, clapping her hands together. "But we'll need to keep it a secret from Luna."

Chuck nodded in agreement. "Agreed. We'll have to be sneaky about it," he said, rubbing his hands together in anticipation.

Meanwhile, Hayate and Mirage were out shopping for a birthday present for Luna. Hayate was determined to find the perfect gift, something that would make her smile and show her how much she meant to him.

As Hayate pondered what to get Luna for her birthday, he found himself at a loss. He wanted to find the perfect gift, something that would show her how much she meant to him, but he didn't know where to start. That's when he turned to Mirage for help.

"Hey, Mirage," Hayate said, approaching her with a sheepish smile. "I was wondering if you could help me pick out a birthday gift for Luna. I want it to be something special, but I'm not sure what she likes."

Mirage's heart skipped a beat at the mention of Luna's birthday. She had secretly harbored feelings for Hayate for some time now, and the thought of helping him choose a gift for another woman stung. But she pushed aside her own feelings and forced a smile.

"Of course, Hayate," Mirage replied

Mirage show him a gift list as it wasn't the most popular item this season.

"Isn't that want you want"

Mirage chuckled awkwardly at Hayate's joke, but beneath her smile, a hint of discomfort lingered. She knew Hayate's jest was innocent, but it stirred up feelings she had long tried to suppress.

"Maybe," she replied, attempting to play along, "but let's focus on finding something perfect for Luna."

Despite her efforts to maintain her composure, Mirage couldn't shake the twinge of jealousy that prickled at her heart. Watching Hayate pour his energy into choosing a gift for Luna only served as a painful reminder of the feelings she harbored for him.

Nevertheless, Mirage pushed her own emotions aside, determined to support her friend and make Luna's birthday truly memorable. Deep down, though, she couldn't shake the lingering question-would she ever be able to find the courage to confess her true feelings to Hayate?

Mirage couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy as Hayate's words hit a little too close to home. She quickly brushed off his joke with a forced laugh, masking her true emotions.

"Ha, very funny, Hayate," Mirage said, mustering a smile. "But seriously, let's focus on finding something perfect for Luna."

As they browsed through the shops, Mirage couldn't shake the feeling of unease gnawing at her. She had grown accustomed to being by Hayate's side, but now, seeing him so intent on finding a gift for Luna made her realize just how much she longed for something more.

Meanwhile, Hayate remained oblivious to Mirage's inner turmoil, his thoughts consumed by the task at hand. He wanted Luna's birthday to be special, and he was determined to find the perfect present for her.

After much deliberation, they finally settled on a beautiful necklace adorned with a sparkling gemstone-a symbol of their friendship and the bond they shared.

As they made their way back to the ship, Mirage couldn't shake the feeling of longing that tugged at her heart. She knew she had to come to terms with her feelings for Hayate, but for now, she would bury them beneath a facade of friendship and support for Luna's special day.