seven souls seven sins

chapter 66: seventeen candles

Natasha's pov:

I wake up to the sound of confetti and kazoos in my room. My eyes flutter open to find all my brothers surrounding my bed. "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" They all celebrate in harmony. "What time is it?" I stretch my arms not wanting to leave my cosy mattress. "It's time for you to get up Sunshine." Adrien carries me out of bed.

I haven't had a birthday wake-up like this in a while.

"Get changed and go for your usual morning jog, and then come into the breakfast bar mk?" Xavier points towards a box with the brand Lululemon plastered all over it. I stand up and rub my eyes to check if I'm seeing correctly. "IS THAT THE NEW ALIGN SET?" I gasp and sprint towards the box.

I take out a matching cobalt blue shorts and shirt combo.

"The one and only." Chase smirks at my excitement. "You've been training so hard for track over the past month, you deserve it Irmãzinha." Leo beams. "We'll be waiting for you downstairs alright?" Xander starts to head out with the rest of my brothers following him. "See you soon!" I shout as they close the door.

I jump in my bed, thinking that today is going to be magical.

Since it's a Saturday, there's no school so my day is completely free. I briefly take a warm shower and brush my teeth. I layer on my skincare and add a dab of blush to highlight my cheeks. I step out and wear my new cute athletic set. I tie my runners and scurry downstairs to take a swift jog around the backyard.

Once the fresh air hits my nose, I feel calm.

I begin my refreshing daily routine, knowing that I need to keep in shape. Last week, I had a relay against Imogen and I lost. I've been training non stop but the loss did a number on my self esteem. These morning runs help me settle in for the day and provide a sense of order in my busy schedule. I've been doing them for 20 days after all.

I let the wind blow against me as I quicken my pace.

Time Passes:

"How were your birthday pancakes?" Adrien asks and begins wiping the excess flour from the counter. "Delicious as always Adri!" I respond after demolishing the last of my syrup-coated pancakes. "Let's get you upstairs." Vincent carries me off the stool. "Huh? Where are you taking me?" I inquire with a puzzled face.

"Every Princess deserves princess treatment on their birthday." He smiles at me and brings me upstairs in his arms.

He drops me down in my room and I spot a gorgeous purple floral summer dress. Wait a sec, I recognise this familiar piece of fabric. "How did you get this?" I ask with my lips agape in shock. "Flynn's mom had the courtesy in sending a package per by Flynn's request." Vincent elucidates.

I feel the soft material, all the memories flooding back.

"They said that you always used to wear it on your special day, I don't see why this year has to be any different." Vincent leaves me alone to change. I hastily slip on the memorable dress. It feels exactly the same as last time, it smells the same too. I'm overwhelmed with nostalgia when someone knocks on my door.

"Come in!" I shout, admiring myself in my mirror.

In comes Flynn and Seb. "Where's the lucky lady?" Seb's voice booms throughout the room. I run in and hug the both of them, jumping into their arms. "Happy birthday Tash!" Flynn ruffles my hair. "Those rich ass brothers of yours better have bought you a boat or some shit." Seb kisses my forehead.