Illicit Affair • Ben Chilwell

Best Birthday Party Ever

December 21st, 2020

    Scarlett's house had been decorated for Christmas from top to bottom since mid-November. She couldn't complain, it just meant this dreadful year was almost over. She found herself putting a few birthday decorations around her living room, Mason had come in through the door fighting with the blue and silver balloons he was carrying.

She had decided to throw Ben a small birthday party, just a couple of his teammates. She knew his family wouldn't be here for a few more days, and he couldn't have his friends over due to covid. Of course, they probably shouldn't be gathering at Scarlett's house, but if no one knew it should be fine. Mason started tying the balloons to objects from the kitchen to the living room not wanting them to float up to the ceiling. Scarlett placed the big 2 and 4 balloons in the center of the long dining table making the number 24. Christian arrived with the cake placing it and the candles on the table before helping with the final touches.

"This looks amazing. he's going to be so surprised," Scarlett beamed, "Okay I have to go change, but people should be getting here any minute," She finished racing upstairs to her bedroom.

She was pacing her walking-in closet looking for the perfect outfit. She knew they wouldn't be able to post about the party, but that didn't stop her from wanting to look her best. She settled on a dark green sweater tucked into a black miniskirt, with thigh-high boots. Quickly adjusted her jewelry, she rushed back out to the living room just as Reece and his girlfriend Mia arrived. Billy, Kai, Sophie, Tammy, Leah, Timo, Julia, and finally Callum had all arrived.

Everyone was socializing, Scarlett was having a conversation with Mia and Sophie when she received a text from Ben. It read, "Why are there so many cars at your house😅". Scarlett smiled announcing his arrival and running out the door. She met him in her drive way just as he was getting out of his car.

"These are the boys car's. What are you up to Scar?" Ben smirked knowing exactly what she had done.

"I think you know, but how about you come inside and see," She smiled grabbing his hand and ushering him towards the door. "Close your eyes," She ordered.

"Do I really have to?" He laughed.

"Yes, now close your eyes and come on," She giggled. Once his eyes were closed she guided him into the house. Everyone could see them enter, Ben looked hesitant holding an arm out to ensure he wouldn't walk into a wall.

    "They would make such a cute couple," Sophie whispered to Kai, as Mason overheard. He slightly furrowed his eyebrows, then shrugged it off as Scarlett instructed Ben to open his eyes.

    "SUPRISE!" The group cheered. He looked from the kitchen to the living seeing all the decorations. Ben's smile was ear to ear at the site of the surprise party Scarlett had thrown him.

"Wow. You lot are good at keeping secrets," Ben laughed.    

"Timo almost spoiled it at training today," Kai revealed.

"No one told me it was a surprise," the blonde German defended. Ben turned to Scarlett giving her a massive hug.

"Thank you. You didn't have to do all this for me," Ben softly spoke.

"Of course I did, it's you. Happy birthday, Chilly" She beamed.

    The party went on for a couple hours, and everyone seemed to have a good time. As people started leaving Ben and Scarlett were thanking them for coming while Mason and Christian started tiding up the kitchen and dining room. Reece and Mia were the last ones out the door, leaving just the four of them.

"Thanks again for this. It's not how I thought my birthday to go," Ben said as they walked toward the back of the house.   

"I hope it's better than you expected," The girl replied.

"Definitely, a lot better," He smiled as they entered the kitchen.

Mason and Christian just finished cleaning up, deciding it was time for them to head home as well. Ben thanked them for helping Scarlett as the four of them walked towards the door. The two assured the birthday boy it was no problem, wishing him a happy birthday again.

"You should probably head home soon too, big game at the weekend," Mason replied alluding to their Boxing Day match. He also didn't like the idea of Ben and Scarlett being alone after Sophie's comment earlier.

    "Yeah, I will. I'm just going to help Scar take down the decorations," Ben replied as the boys walked out the door.

Once they were gone, Ben and Scarlett went to the living room, Teddy was sleeping peacefully in his bed next to the fireplace. They took a seat next to each other on the couch comfortable since consuming them.

"I'm sorry Christian and Mason make weird comments all the time," Scarlett spoke up. Ben knew exactly what she was referring to as Mason had made comments to him at training.

He couldn't help but smirk at the girl, "Do you listen to everything they tell you to do?" His tone was soft, but he was curious.

"Not normally, but they gave me this long rant one day about not getting "romantically involved" with a footballer of any kind," She gave a small chuckle.

"And you've kept your word?" He teased. His eyes were sparkling as she was slowly got lost in them. It felt as if she was reading his soul, a beautiful book she wouldn't mind reading for the rest of her life.

"So far, but when you look at me like that I don't want to," She admitted.

"Then don't," He breathed looking down at her lips then back up.

Their eyes having a silent conversation, before ultimately closing the gap between them. It was only a few seconds before Scarlett depended this kiss. Things moved quickly as months of sexual tension began to unwind.

Ben pulled her onto his lap as the two of them continued sharing heated kisses. His hands untucked her sweater, and started tugging at the hem. He wanted her consent, but he also wanted to rip the damn thing off. She leaned back pulling the material over her head, then dropping it on the floor as her lips returned to his. It wasn't long after that Ben carried her up to the bedroom, closing the door behind him.

    The next morning, Scarlett smelt Ben's cologne before she opened her eyes. Her head was on his chest, one of his arms was around her shoulders and the other one was over her waist. The memory of last night reoccurred, she actually slept with Ben Chilwell. A pit of guilt forming in her stomach, thinking of her promise to the boys, but that went away the second Ben opened his eyes.

A sleepy smile appeared on his face, "Good morning," He spoke. His morning voice making Scarlett's stomach flip.

"Good morning, sunshine," She replied before kissing his lips, again. She couldn't help herself, not when he looked so adorable.

"I've got to head home to get ready for training, but I'll come back after. You know, to talk about... this," He explained, then kissed her forehead before getting out of bed to search for his clothes.

"Okay, you better hurry before Mason drives by," She chuckled.

"It's 6:30, do you think he would come by this early?" He asked, a look of panic creeping onto his face.

"It's Mason, I wouldn't put it past him," Scarlett sighed getting out of bed and heading into her closet.

She put on an over sized sweatshirt and some shorts she would normally sleep in, then wandered into her bathroom throwing her hair into a messy bun. Walking back out to see Ben fully clothed and putting his shoes on, she continued downstairs. He met her in the kitchen a few minutes later grabbing his keys off the island next to her. He noticed all the balloons still floating through the house.    

"Best birthday party ever," He grinned before kissing her lips, "I'll see you later," He added before heading for the door. She looked to all the decorations behind her, letting out a chuckle, it was supposed to have been a simple party.

{I literally cannot write smut to save my life:(
so no there won't be any smut sorry}