You Are In Love ~ Taylor Swift

Twenty two

On the warm and sunny day that was July 21st, Taylor embarked on a journey from the bustling city of Chicago to the vibrant streets of New York.

As she stepped off the plane and into the car, her excitement grew with every step. She couldn't wait to surprise Alexia on her 27th birthday and create a memorable day filled with love and joy.

Taylor had meticulously planned her tour schedule around this special occasion, ensuring that she would have a few days to spend with Alexia.

Typically, Alexia accompanied Taylor on her tours, but this time, Alexia's commitment to her movie's final few scenes meant she had to skip a few shows. Taylor, understanding her girlfriend's dedication, had decided to bridge the gap with this unforgettable surprise.

Meanwhile, in their cozy New York apartment, Alexia's heart felt a mixture of emotions. She had tried to reach Taylor that morning, and again in the afternoon, but both calls had gone unanswered. A sense of unease crept over her, but she chose to give her girlfriend the benefit of the doubt, believing that there must be an important reason for the silence.

To distract herself, she decided to take a long, soothing shower after replying to the flood of heartfelt birthday messages.

As she undressed and caught a glimpse of herself in the mirror, her frown deepened. All she wanted was to be wrapped in Taylor's arms, relishing in their love-a birthday present more precious than any material gift.

At that moment, Taylor stood outside their apartment door, clutching a bouquet of vibrant flowers and holding gift bags filled with surprises. Knocking on the door, she opted not to use her key, eagerly anticipating the look of surprise on Alexia's face.

As time passed without a response, Taylor's excitement got the better of her. She silently unlocked the door and stepped inside. The apartment was quiet, with no sign of Alexia.

After greeting their cats, Taylor made her way to their bedroom, where the sound of running water confirmed that Alexia was in the shower.

Alexia's voice resonated through the apartment as she sang "You Are In Love," coincidentally Alexia's favorite song. Little did she know that her favorite person in the world was just a few steps away.

Unable to contain her excitement, Taylor giggled and settled comfortably on the bed, stretching her arms above her head as if she were on vacation. Moments later, the bathroom door swung open, and there stood Alexia, clad in nothing but a tiny towel.

Before Alexia could process the sight before her, she let out a scream of surprise, mistaking Taylor for a possible intruder. "What the hell?!" she exclaimed, her heart pounding from the sudden jump-scare. The shock soon gave way to confusion and then overwhelming joy as she realized that it was Taylor standing there, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.

"Taylor? What are you doing here?! I thought you were a fucking murderer!" Alexia exclaimed, her hand still trembling against her rapidly beating heart, stunned by the unexpected shock.

Taylor couldn't contain her laughter at the fright she had caused. She propelled herself off the bed, launching into Alexia's arms with exuberance. The force of Taylor's jump made Alexia take a step back, but she picked up Taylor and held her securely in her embrace.

Showering Alexia's face with loving kisses, Taylor couldn't help but revel in the genuine giggles that escaped her girlfriend's lips. "Surprise! Happy birthday, baby!" Taylor exclaimed, pulling back with a wide, radiant smile.

"Thank you! Now, give me a real kiss!" Alexia insisted, her voice pitched with excitement.

Taylor eagerly obliged, their lips merging in a passionate kiss. Three weeks apart had intensified their longing, making this reunion all the more exciting. Although they had somewhat adiusted to the challenges of a long-distance relationship, the joy of being together again was palpable.