The Magic of Full moon

Birthday Surprise

Ferit PoV 

Today I have reached office early. My mind is not in peace after I received information from Tahir about some clues he got for my sister's accident. He also mentioned he got a trail on who closed the freezer door on Nazli that day. Tahir has been working for me for a couple of years. He has been quite useful so far and I trust him. I have not told anyone apart from Engin about these private investigations. As I enter my room, Mrs. Iqbal brings a basket of cookies saying that my mother has sent them for me. I almost forgot, its my birthday today and like every year, my mother makes it a point to send me these cookies. I tell my secretary to take care of that as I never taste them. My relationship with my mother has not improved over the years.

"Happy Birthday Partner" Engin enters. I give him a small smile . "Thanks, but you know I don't like celebrating birthdays. Don't let the others know" I tell him.

"What are you going to do if Nazli arranges something?"

"Well, she has compromised so much for me. Takes care of Bulut and me. I think I can do this much for her. Now that you say, can you send Tarik to the restaurant and ask him to find out what they are planning? I just want to be mentally prepared". 

"Wow, Ferit Aslan, this is some change. Marriage suits you". He says smiling.

I smile back and strangely feel a little shy too.

"I never thought I will ever see this expression on you. Mr. Ferit Aslan is blushing." He teases and I just shrug. This is what love does I guess.

Nazli POV

I have been so busy lately. The restaurant is doing well but I have to take care of the finances. There is so much to be done. Today morning  Ferit left early and we couldn't have breakfast together. He seemed a bit off since yesterday. I know there is something going on, he doesn't want to talk about it. I can hear Fatosh talking to someone outside. Let me take a break and see what's going on.

" Ok, I can't pretend any more, just tell me what you guys are planning for Mr. Ferit's birthday. They sent me here to find out". Tarik says to Fatosh exasperated.

I curse myself as I have forgotten his birthday. I have couple of hours to pull a surprise birthday party. " Yes , yes its a surprise so we will not tell. Only on one condition that you will help us". I interject and Fatosh looks at me, totally surprised. I pull her aside and whisper " I have totally forgotten about his birthday. You need to help me organize a party". She nods with understanding.

An idea struck me and with the help of Fatosh , I have put together a plan and the rest of the gang will take care of the nitty gritty. I hope this works and he is happy. I still have to find a gift for him. What to give someone who has everything.

Ferit POV

Nazli messaged me to come home early. She wants to go outside for dinner today. I know what's going on but I just act normal. I have never been a fan of parties but for her I will endure this.  I am ready and waiting for her in the living room. Bulut is playing with his toys and his baby sitter has also come since we will be late tonight.

 When she comes down, my heart skips a beat. She is looking stunning in that back short dress. I walk towards her and pull her in an embrace. "Can we cancel the plan baby, I just want to ravish you tonight" I  whisper in her ears and she shivers.

"Hush Ferit, Bulut is here" She says turning red. I love to see her blush like this and give her a quick peck on the lips.

"Bulut, your uncle and I will be late tonight . You will eat and sleep on time and don't create trouble for Mrs.Maqbool". She tells kissing and hugging him. I bend down and give him a hug too " Be a good boy" . I tell him and then we go out.

" Where are we going Nazli?" I ask her. She looks a little nervous.

" Its a surprise, just have some patience". She says chuckling.

We are outside of  what looks like the party venue. "Its not that good. I know another place, we can go there" I pretend not to like this place just to tease her a bit. " Oh no, this is a very good place I promise". Seeing her desperate , I can't control my laughter " Did I spoil your surprise, my love?" I say.  " A little bit, but the main surprise is inside, happy Birthday!"  Now Iam really surprised.

" I love this expression on your face. I promise you will like it" She teases me. "Now come on , lets go inside" she pulls me .

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!" Everyone screams in chorus, the moment I enter the hall. I don't know when was the last time I had a surprise Birthday party. I am smiling ear to ear. I look around and I see all the familiar faces and one by one, they come to greet me.

Its been so long that I have met my friends from  college. Back then, we were an inseparable gang. I am really surprised, how Nazli was able to bring everyone together. She brings a huge layered cake and I know instantly that its her doing. I feel really special today. 

I cut the cake and thank everyone to have been able to come to this party and I thank my wife who has made this so special for me . "Nazli, my love,  I am so thankful to have met you. I cannot imagine how my life would have been without you. I bring her hands close to my lips and kiss. "You and Bulut are everything to me". Her eyes are glistening with tears and I bring her closer to me and close my lips on hers. She kisses me back and I take the opportunity to deepen the kiss. She is shocked at my boldness and tries to end the kiss, but I do otherwise. I can hear a huge applause and cheer from everyone around. Finally we break the kiss and a very red Nazli hides her face on my chest. I love it when she is all shy.

Everyone seems to enjoy the party. I have met and talked to all my friends and met their better halves and now we are  doing a slow dance. " I want to take you home now" I tell her. "Ferit, you just met your friends after so long and you can't leave your own party". " I have met everyone and I want to take the rest of the party home with you". I wink at her and she hits my chest.

"Hi Ferit, happy birthday" I turn around and am shocked to see the person in front of me.