The Bridge

Chapter 37

Aurelia

I took my time eating my breakfast as I watched Aubrey zip and zoom out the bedroom of our Grosse Pointe apartment, taking phone call after phone call. He would occasionally glance my way and flash his perfect smile, which I couldn't lie would lighten my mood a bit every time he did it. I was trying to hold onto my anger to the best of my ability but he just knew exactly what to do to bring me out of a funk.

Aris: Happy Birthday BIIIIIIITTTTTCCCCHHH! 🥳🥳🍾🍾

Aurelia: so your the one who told him huh?

Aris: Ooo. You a moody bitch today I see. Yes, I told him. He ya man. He should know when his girl bday is. You foul for not saying anything.🙄

"Almost done baby?", Aubrey said as he walked into our bedroom and made a beeline for the closet.

"Almost done eating, yes." I nodded.

I heard a faint "good." then major shuffling noises.

"What are you doing?" I raised my voice a tad so he could hear me.

He walked out of the closet holding a garment bag and placed it neatly on the bed next to me.

"What is this?" I asked curiously.

"This my beautiful girl is your outfit for the evening."

He leaned down and kissed my forehead. He removed the bed tray from off of me and grabbed both of hands helping me up, "I want you to wash up and put that on for me, can you do that?"

I stared up at him, "yes".

He dipped down a captured my lips with his, groaning a bit as it deepened.

"Alright," he lightly tapped my outer thigh, "get in the shower before this turns into something else," he said as he caught his breath. I nodded and did as he asked.

Aris: So you just gonna ignore me now? 🥺

Aurelia: No. I was dealing with Aub.

I set my phone down and turned the shower water on to give it time to warm. I walked back to the bathroom vanity and stared at myself in the mirror, slowly losing the image of myself as it fogged from the steam.

I made a decision that I was going to trust my man. He could have easily met up with Charlie for a number of reasons. Maybe that was him cutting her off? I had stared at the picture Eric sent multiple times, attempting to read body language. Aubrey didn't look like he was being romantic. While in the shower I kept reminding myself that this is what Eric does and I cant let Eric continue to interfere. As soon as my shower was finished, I blocked Eric.

I swiped my hand across the mirror to remove a bit of condensation, "He loves you. He is trying, so let him try. Enjoy this day for once and actually let yourself enjoy it," I told myself, then proceeded to straighten my hair, parting it to the side and throwing curls on the lower half that I fluffed out.

I walked back into our shared room towards the bed that now had several other wrapped items placed upon it with a note.

Aurelia,

I love you and tonight I look forward to showing you just how much. Enjoy surprise number one. When your finished getting ready, meet me in the living room.

-Aubrey

"Awwww Aubrey," I reached for the garment bag first, unzipping to reveal its contents.

"Oh my gosh!", I gasped covering my mouth. I unzipped it further and removed a full length gown, the color of burgundy slipping it on quickly.

It was long sleeved with a plunging neckline that was a tad daring and yet still modest on the amount of cleavage that was shown. The skirt flared just the right amount to give it a bit of drama and the thigh high slit showcased a sculpted leg perfectly. I was in love with it. I never had worn anything so beautiful. I was so enthralled with the dress I forgot that there were other gifts waiting to be open.

I picked up a rectangular shaped box and had an inkling to what was inside. I removed the wrapping paper, the box reading BVLGARI. I had never heard of the brand, let alone how to pronounce it. I opened it and a glittering diamond necklace nearly blinded me as the light reflected upon it. It was so beautiful, this was all so beautiful. I closed the box and set it aside. I would have Aubrey help me put it on.

Next was a medium sized box that was orange. This brand I recently became aware of, Hermes. Aubrey had gotten me a purse from this company before. This purse looked to be a clone of the other Birkin he had bought for me but more dainty in size, in black. Stunning. The last box I unwrapped were Amina Mauddi heels, open toe in black. Simple but very pretty. Everything complimented me very well.

I looked in the mirror and gasped. I looked like I could be walking a red carpet. I was not expecting any of this. The only thing throwing my look off was that I had no makeup on. I rushed to the bathroom and threw some foundation, lashes and a burgundy looking lipstick to match my dress. I didn't know much about makeup but Aris always said that if you put on a bold lip in the red category it makes it look like you have a full face of makeup, or something to the degree.

I pulled out my phone and snapped a few photos of my outfit so I could document the day. So far, Aubrey really pulled out the stops. The fact that this is only surprise number one had me incredibly anxious. I've never felt so beautiful.

I grabbed my new purse and the jewelry box and went to meet Aubrey in the living room.

Aubrey

I was anxious to see my woman. I could tell she was getting ready when I heard a few squeals of excitement coming from the bedroom. I took that as a good sign that she loved everything that I had purchased for her so far.

I looked my self over in the foyer mirror, I was dawning a burgundy suit to match my baby. I had my jewelry cleaned and they could light up a whole city with how they were shining.

"Hi," I heard faintly. My back was turned to her but I could see her at the end of the hall. We made eye contact through the mirror. I quickly turned taking her all in. My jaw dropped. She looked stunning. Absolutely stunning. The dress was a perfect fit and complimented her skin tone well and her toes were looking sexy in the heels that graced her feet. My eyes moved to her neck, "did you not like the necklace?"

"No! I loved it, I just thought you could place it on me?"

Relieved, I nodded and smiled. I needed everything to go off with out a hitch.

She handed me the box and turned her back to me pulling her hair to the side as I clasped shimmering diamonds around her neck, placing kisses to the exposed skin.

"Mmmm, thank you baby...for everything!" She turned to face me with a smile beaming on her face.

"You are more than welcome baby."