?A Wish?
Chapter 25
I woke up, feeling bright today as i felt a wide grin creep up on my lips. One, today is my birthday and two, its the last day of school. I got down from my bed and skipped to the bathroom, taking off my clothes and throwing them inside my laundry basket. I brushed my teeth and stepped inside the bathtub, adding enough bubble soap as i scrubbed my body clean. I tied my towel around my chest and walked out of the bathroom, heading towards my walk-in closet. A red sweatshirt and black leggings were the first simple wears that were in sight, so i dried my body and put the clothes on. I threw my hair into a neat ponytail and applied a simple make-up on my face before i then wore my white high tops. I grabbed my backpack and trudged out of my room. I met all three brothers already eating breakfast in the dining room.
“Good morning.” I slid in the seat beside Xavier, taking a warm burger from the white plate. I received a chorus of ‘good morning’ from them, as Xavier leaned forward to peck my lips.
“How was your night, princess?” He asked, using a small knife to cut the pound cake in four parts.
“It was fine!” I munched on the burger, trying not to rush it.
“That’s good to know.” He smiled and grabbed some powdered sugar, dusting the content on his cake. I stared at the side of Xavier’s face, my brows arching up as i watched him casually eat his cake and take a sip out of his mug of hot chocolate.
“Aren’t you forgetting something?” There’s no way he could forgot about my birthday.
“Is there anything that i should recall or remember?” Xavier asked, confused.
“Nevermind.” I picked on my bacon and scrambled egg, my fork scraping the white plate every second. I cant believe he forgot that my birthday is today!
“Oh i know what today is!” Damon exclaimed, making feel relaxed untill he dropped it. “Its the last day of exam, which means today is the last day of school!”
“We get to have lots of sleep, parties and carnivals!” Alex excited voice made me inwardly scowl.
“You got it bro.” Damon and Alex slapped high fives.
“You two must be pretty happy about it.” I grumbled.
“Its the last day of school which means its a special day.” Damon stated, his tone filled with excitement.
I glared at the table. “Sure, am really happy that its the last day of school.” Damon response was to act all crazy and delirious about it. Xavier, Damon and Alex conversed through out the whole breakfast, talking about the fun things they will like to do before prom and graduation. While i was left alone, just sitting down on the chair as i grudgingly ate my breakfast. I cant believe they all forgot about my birthday to the point that non of them even bothered to ask me about it, all they care about is that today is the last day of school. I really dont know if am that angry with Damon and Alex, but i do know that am pissed off with my boyfriend because i didn’t expect him to forget about my birthday.
After we were all done eating, we went outside and settled inside Xavier’s car and he drove to Ava’s house. Even my best friend forgot that today is my birthday. I tried giving her hints but she just asked me if i was talking about today being the last day of exam. In the hallway, some students surprisingly stopped me to wish me happy birthday and they also gave me sweets and chocolates. I stuffed the goodies in my locker and put some in my backpack before making my way over to the exam hall. Avoiding a particular pair of eyes, i walked over to the front row ad sat down. I heard his sauntering footsteps walk towards were i sat but i just ignored him and fixed my eyes on the wooden desk that was five feet away from me.
“Hey.” Came his soft and smooth voice beside me. I ignored him and played with my bracelet.
“I said, hey.” His tone was laced with amusement and i could already picture the small smile that will be plastered on his face.
“Please talk to me Brielle.” I hummed cake by the ocean by DNCE, drumming my fingers on the rough desk.
“Brielle.” He snapped. I sighed and turned a little so i was facing Connor who was staring at me with dark eyes.
“What do you want?” I asked dryly. “Cause if you’re really keen in trying to bother me, just get the fudge out of my hair.”
Connor frowned. “You dont have to be so cold, Brielle, i’m sorry about the way i acted, i was a self-centered j.erk and i shouldn’t have snapped at you.”
“You know, my best friend once told me that i forgive people way too easily and its not good because they will try to take advantage if it. I cant accept your apology, Connor. Dont worry, we’re still friends but i cant forgive you yet.”
Connor gave a sad smile. “At Least our friendship is not over, i have something for you.” His hand went inside his pocket and he pulled out a really small brown box. He opened the box the box, revealing two small diamond earrings. They were beautiful.
“Happy birthday Brielle.” I smiled and threw my arms around his neck. He chuckled and encircled his arms around my back. I pulled back from the hug and smiled sheepishly at him.
Connor smirked. “Does that mean am forgiven?” He asked hopefully.
I sighed and masked on a look of seriousness. “You’re forgiven Connor, but try that again and i wont be so forgiving.”
“Its a promise, um do you like the earrings?”
“Like it? I love it! They look so beautiful.” I exclaimed, staring down at the earrings with glimmering eyes.
“If it makes you feel better, i’ll put it on.” I took the earrings from Connor and wore it before turning to him.
“Well, how do i look? Is it too big or too small?”
“It suits you.” Connor smiled. I returned the smile and grasped my pen with my finger. Connor and i had engaged in a conversation before the examiner came in. I learnt that he was travelling to france, to study fine arts. Connor was extremely flustered when i complimented his drawings, but i really wasn’t kidding. His drawings are far from perfect. They were so enthralling and beautiful. Too bad that i wont really see him again since he’s going to be studying fine art in college, all the way in france. College, the thought of college made me remember that i dont know where Xavier is going to be schooling. What if he’s going to be studying overseas? If that happens, will he want to break up? I heard that most long distance relationship doesn’t work out so the couples just break up to avoid further heartbreaks in the future. Dont freak out Brielle, you still dont know where Xavier wants to study so no need to get worked up about it.
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I kept quiet throughout the whole ride as Xavier drove. The song Damon, Ava and Alex were singing was quite catchy but i just wasn’t in the mood to sing since non of them wished me happy birthday.
Xavier pulled over at a parking lot and i craned my neck a little, peering over at the far distance only to analyze that we were at the carnival parking lot.
“I’m going to go get some smoothies, anyone want one?” Xavier opened the car door, one of his leg outside as he used his right hand to support the door so it wont press his leg against the side.
“I’ll come with you.” Damon opened the door and stepped outside.
“I’ll come too.” Alex got out as well and the three all walked towards the direction of the carnival.
“Bestie, i gotta go pee, i’ll be right back.” Ava hurriedly got out of the car and dashed off. I sighed and brought out my phone to play some video games. The light radiating from my phone was too bright so i tapped on eye care and reduced the brightness of the phone.
A frown made its way on my face as i stared out through the tinted window. Xavier, Damon and Alex should have been here already. Its been ten minutes since they left, and where on earth is Ava? I dont think a girl uses the restroom for more than five minutes. I switched off my phone and put it inside my backpack then stepped outside, the cool breeze causing goosebumps to rise up in my skin. I walked up to the carnival and got to the gate. It was a bit confusing because the man who always act as a security guard let me inside without asking me for my ticket. I shrugged it off and just stepped inside the carnival.
O.m.g
My lips parted in shock and i could feel my jaw dropped down, my eyes wide as saucers. I felt a jolt of adrenaline wash through me as i stared up in awe at the huge banner that was hung beautifully on two poles. ‘Happy birthday Brielle’ was written on it.
“Happy birthday!” The crowd chorused. My eyes wander around the crowd till they settled on the four most important people in my life. Without a second thought, i ran towards the crowd and threw myself in my boyfriend arms before hugging my best friend and brothers.
“Thank you.” I whispered, feeling tears stream down my cheeks.
“Today is a special day baby, so no tears.” Xavier used his thumb to wipe my cheeks and he leaned down to place a soft feathery kiss on my forehead.
“Happy birthday bestie!” Ava threw her arms around me, nearly sending us both down to the floor.
“Thanks bestie.” I laughed, hugging her back.
“Happy birthday sis.” Alex wrapped his arms around me and kissed my forehead.
“Thanks Alex.” I hugged him back, feeling protected and safe in his arms.
“My baby sister is now seventeen, they grow up so fast.” Damon cried dramatically, pulling out an imaginary handkerchief to wipe his eyes. He grinned and wrapped his arms around me. My hands went around his torso and i hugged him back, inhaling his fresh similar cologne.
“Now let’s get this carnival started!” Ava yelled. What the four planned for me was really nice and sweet of them. I played lots of games in the arcade and got on all the rides. I ate a big bowl of vanilla and strawberry ice cream with sprinkles on top. The vanilla cake Xavier made got finished on time because it was mostly me and Damon who ate it. A few people wished me happy birthday and i thanked them. Currently, Xavier and i were both on the ferris wheel.
“Here’s the best part.” I was confused at his words but a flash of colour from my peripheral vision caught my eyes and i stared up at the sky with confusion settling on my brows. My eyes widened when different colours of fireworks shoot up in the sky. I felt flabbergasted as i stare at the sky in awe. ‘Happy birthday Brielle’ was what formed in the sky through the fireworks.
“I love you.” I turned to Xavier. The look in his eyes makes me want to melt because i felt so special. I love the way his eyes brightens whenever he stares at me.
“I love you too.” Xavier lips tugged up and he leaned in, closing the distance between us and he pressed his lips on mine. The kss was soft, gentle and passionate and i immediately savoured this beautiful moment. We both pulled away and Xavier’s lips curled up to the side. He kssed my forehead, then my nose and eyes. I was giggling like crazy when he proceeded to kss evey inch on my face. I laid my head on his chest as the ferris moved round one more time. We got down from the ferris wheel and went to the parking lot. Ava, Damon and Alex were already standing beside the car when we got there.
“Dont fall asleep Brielle because i still haven’t given you my gift.” Xavier whispered in my ear. I nodded, settling inside the car. Xavier dropped Ava at her house and soon drove us all back home.
“Today was so tiresome.” Alex stretched his arms, cracking his fingers and knuckles.
I cringed. “Stop doing that with your hands, Alex, you know i hate if when you do that.”
He smirked and cracked his knuckles again to annoy me further. I glared at him and delivered one of my best smacks on his arm.
“Ow.” He whined. “What was that for?”
“Since you really love cracking your knuckles and fingers, i thought my smack will be of great help to you.” I gave him an innocent smile to which he scowled at.
“Your girlfriend has the character of a vixen, Xavier.”
Xavier rested his arm on my shoulder and he nuzzled his face in my hair. “That’s why i love her.”
“I really need to get myself a girlfriend.” Alex muttered, turning to walk towards the stairs.
“She’s coming soon little bro!” Xavier yelled. Alex just flipped him off and continued to walk upstairs.
“So where’s my present?” I asked Xavier. His lips tugged up into a smile and he held my hand, pulling me over to the stairs. We got to the top balcony and Xavier opened the glass sliding door. I stepped inside and made my way over to the balcony, looking up at the sky. The nighttime was really dark and full of stars, they were glimmering brightly up in the sky.
“Beautiful, right?” I heard Xavier ask, feeling his warm presence beside me.
“Yes it is.” I whispered. “It looks so captivating.”
“Well, the stars are not as captivating as you.” Xavier winked causing me to blush.
His grey eyes bored at something on my face making me subconsciously use my hand to touch my cheeks. His eyebrows were knitted together. “You weren’t wearing those today.” His fingers touched my diamond earrings.
“Connor gave them to me as a birthday gift , they’re pretty, aren’t they?”
Xavier sighed and tucked his hands in his pocket. “They look really pretty.” I couldn’t help but notice his whole features looked tensed and uneasy.
“Hey, what’s wrong?” I asked worriedly, my hands reaching up to caress his cheek.
“Connor’s gift looks really nice and beautiful, i dont know if mine is worth it.” Xavier clenched his perfectly sharp jaw.
“Xavier, i want the gift you have for me, right now.” I demanded, stretching out my right hand and tapping my foot on the floor. He rolled his eyes and walked out of the room, later returning with a purple box in his hand. I took the box from him and opened it. There on the purple surface was a beautiful golden heart locket. The downside of the heart had X&Y engraved on it. I opened the heart to see a little and beautiful picture of me and Xavier in it.
“Can you put it on for me?” Xavier nodded and i turned around. His hand gently pushed my hair to the side, exposing my back neck. He placed the necklace around my neck and clicked in the hook. I turned to face Xavier and stared down at the lovely heart locket.
“Its perfect, thank you Xavier.”
Xavier released a deep breath. “I’m so glad you love it, i was actually worried cause i thought you were going to hate it.”
“I love it.” I smiled.
“Thank God.” Xavier let out a relieved sigh and kssed my cheek.
“I dont see the reason why you hid this from me.” I touched the necklace.
“This looks so perfect on me, i’m never taking it off. ”
“Drama queen.” Xavier mumbled. I flashed him a wide grin and launched myself in his arms. His warmth and comfort was all i needed just now and being in my boyfriend arms is all i can ask for.
Xavier stroked my hair and placed a kss on my hairline. “Happy birthday princess.”
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The next morning i woke up at exactly ten o clock and i walked to the bathroom, did my business before brushing and bathing. I really didn’t know my walk-in closet was messy until now. Undergarments, leggings, gowns and dresses, tops and pants were all scattered on the floor. Sighing, i gathered up all the clothes one at a time and arranged them in the sections and hanger.
I slipped in my black sweatshirt and sweatpants before putting on my white converse. My hair was let down as i brushed and combed the hair till it was was not tangled together. I powdered my face and applied nude lipgloss on my lips, taking the glance at the full length mirror to see if i looked alright. I adjusted the collar of my shirt and went downstairs to the living room.
Xavier came up to me and kissed my forehead, his grey eyes boring into mine as his lips were graced into a gentle smile. “How was your night?”
“My night was great, this is the very first time i feel so happy about my sleep. ” i said, snaking my arms around Xavier arms, my feet jumping up and down at little to show my excitement.
Xavier chuckled, the gentle smile never leaving in his face. “I’m happy that you had a nice beauty sleep but you still have to eat breakfast.”
“Lets go then.” I dragged him to the dining room and stared down at the table filled with custard, bacon and scrambled eggs, pancakes and hot chocolate. I sat down and scoped threw pancakes in a white plate before adding nutella on top. I started eating a little too fast and because of that, i choked on my pancakes, repeatedly hitting my chest. Xavier poured milk in a glass cup and gave it to me as he gently pats my back while i drank.
“Dont rush food again young lady.” Xavier scolded. “Calm down, the food is not running away.”
“Guess i was a little too hungry.” I flashed Xavier a sheepish smile.
“Hey you two.” Came a voice from the living room. Damon made his way over to the dining table and plopped down on the chair, taking a barbecue from the plate.
“Hi.” Xavier and i greeted.
“Ew.” I grimaced, watching as Damon dipped the barbecue inside custard before he casually opened his mouth and ate the whole thing.
“Dude.” Xavier nose scrunched up in disgust.
I glanced down at my plate and sighed, dropping the fork and getting up. “I dont have the appetite to eat again after seeing that, thanks a lot Damon.”
“Hey dont be mad at me Bri.” I ignored him and held my boyfriend hand, pulling him towards the living room.
“Dont be mad at me!” Damon exclaimed. “You’ll be happy when you hear the news Xavier and i have for you.”
“What news?” I asked.
Xavier scratched his hair, his eyes darting around nervously. “Aunt Emily invited us to stay in her place for a week, she also wants to see you and Ava.”
“Really? That is so cool! I gotta go tell Ava!” I rushed out, trying to fish out my phone from my pocket.
“I already told her.” Damon said casually. “And it resulted to my ears bleeding.”
“When are we going? Is it today? Oh i wish you guys told me about all this sooner! I dont even know what type of season they have!” I rambled on, pacing back and forth.
“Hey, hey.” Xavier placed both his hands on my cheek. “We’re going tommorow so you have plenty of time left to pack up, and just take simple clothes cause the weather there is quite hot.”
“I cant believe i’ll be going on a vacation with my boyfriend.” I squealed, jumping up and down excitedly.
“And i cant wait to meet your Aunt, do you think she’ll like me?” I asked worriedly, feeling my anxiety kicking in.
“She’s going to love you.” Damon confirmed. “Aunt Emily is really nice and she has been dying to meet you ever since we told her about you. Her exact words were ‘i want to see the girl who has captured my little Xavier heart’
“That is so nice of her, i cant wait to meet her too.” I flipped my hair to the side and jogged over to the couch. Xavier and Damon teased me about my about my enthusiasm, till after, we were all watching a movie when Alex plodded downstairs, his hair were as messy as a bed nest, eyes looking so tired.
“Did the princess enjoy her beauty sleep?” Damon asked sweetly, a smug smirk plastered on his face.
“Shut up Damon.” Alex grumbled. “I’m not a princess.”
“Really?” I feigned confusion. “I thought you were a girl, Alexandra.”
Alex pinched the bridge of his nose. “Brielle.”
“Yes.” I flashed him an innocent smile.
“You have five seconds to run.”
My smile dropped. “He is joking, right?” I whispered to my boyfriend.
“Sorry babe, but your five second headstart is almost up.” Xavier whispered back. I screeched when Alex came charging at me and i bolted up from the couch and ran around the living room with Alex looking fully awake as he tried to catch me. After running for almost two minutes, Alex caught me and threw me on the couch.
“A-alex s-stop it!” I giggled, trying to push him away as he attacked my sides with tickles.
“Xavier, help!” My boyfriend just grinned and joined his brother in tickling me.
“Damon.” I called hopefully. The nerve! He too joined them in tickling my sides and all i could do was giggle and laugh as happy tears brimmed my eyes.
“You guys are jerks.” I huffed, my bottom lip jutting out into a small pout as i playfully glared at the three brothers.
“We love you too.” They replied simultaneously.
“And i love you more.” I blushed as Xavier leaned in for a kss, ignoring Alex and Damon fake gag.
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