𝙴𝚛𝚒𝚌 𝙲𝚊𝚛𝚛 𝚡 𝚁𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚛 ★ 𝙾𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚑𝚘𝚝 𝙲𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 ★

𝒱𝒶𝓁𝑒𝓃𝓉𝒾𝓃𝑒'𝓈 𝒟𝒶𝓎 💕

As the sun began to dip below the horizon, casting shades of pink and orange across the sky, you felt a flutter of excitement in your chest. It was Valentine's Day, and for the first time in your life, you were experiencing it with someone who made your heart sing. Eric Carr, your loving boyfriend, had promised to make this day unforgettable.

The house was a canvas of romance. You had spent the morning preparing a small feast in the kitchen, filling the air with the rich aromas of roasted chicken and mashed potatoes. A bouquet of fresh red roses sat in the center of the table, their vibrant color standing out against the white tablecloth. You had chosen to keep things simple yet special, knowing that the real magic lay in the time you would share together.

Just as you finished setting the table, the sound of the door creaking open sent a wave of anticipation through you. Eric's familiar laugh rang out as he stepped inside, shaking off the chill of the February air. He was dressed casually in a fitted black t-shirt and jeans, but there was something different about him today; a glimmer in his eyes that hinted at the excitement he felt too.

"Hey, beautiful!" he called out, a wide grin spreading across his face as he approached you.

"Happy Valentine's Day!" you replied, unable to hide your smile. You felt your heart race as he enveloped you in a warm embrace, his scent—cologne mixed with the faintest hint of sweat from the day—filling your senses.

He pulled back slightly, holding something behind his back. "I have something for you," he said, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

"What is it?" you asked, feigning ignorance.

With a flourish, he revealed a small velvet box, the kind that sent your heart racing with curiosity. "Open it."

As you lifted the lid, your breath caught in your throat. Inside lay a delicate silver necklace adorned with a heart pendant, glimmering in the soft light of the room. "Eric, it's beautiful!" you gasped, your hands trembling slightly as you lifted it from the box.

"Just like you," he replied, his voice softening as he stepped closer, taking the necklace from your hands and fastening it around your neck. His fingers brushed against your skin, sending a shiver of warmth through you.

"It's perfect," you said, your voice barely above a whisper. "Thank you."

Eric's smile widened, his dark hair falling slightly over his forehead. "I wanted to give you something special. You deserve it."

After a lingering moment, he leaned down, capturing your lips in a gentle kiss that deepened as the world around you faded. You lost yourself in the sweetness of his affection, feeling as if you were the only two people in the universe.

When you finally pulled apart, breathless and grinning, Eric took your hand, leading you to the dining table. "Dinner is served," you announced playfully, gesturing to the spread you had prepared.

"Wow, you really outdid yourself!" Eric exclaimed, looking at the food with genuine admiration. "You've got some serious skills in the kitchen."

You both sat down, the conversation flowing as easily as the wine you poured. Laughter filled the room as you shared stories, reminiscing about your time together and the silly moments that made your relationship so special. With every clink of glasses, you felt the bond between you strengthen.

After dinner, Eric stood up, a glint of mischief in his eyes. "Alright, I have one more surprise for you."

"Another surprise?" you asked, intrigued.

He walked to the corner of the room, where a small turntable sat, and began flipping through records. When he found what he was looking for, he smiled back at you. "This one's for you." He placed the record on the turntable, and soon the soothing sound of a classic love song filled the room.

"May I have this dance?" he asked, extending his hand toward you.

"Of course," you replied, your heart fluttering once more as you took his hand and let him pull you close.

As you swayed gently to the music, Eric held you tightly, his cheek resting against your hair. The warmth of his body radiated against you, and you felt utterly content in his embrace.

"You know," he said softly, "Valentine's Day used to be just another day for me. But now... it means everything."

"Me too," you murmured, looking up into his eyes, feeling the weight of your words.

The song continued, wrapping around you like a comforting blanket. You lost yourself in the moment, the world outside fading away as you held onto Eric, feeling safe and cherished.

As the music faded and the last notes hung in the air, Eric leaned down and kissed you once more, this time with a gentle urgency that set your heart racing. You melted into him, feeling the connection that ran deeper than words could express.

"Let's take this night even further," Eric whispered, his breath warm against your ear.

"What do you have in mind?" you asked, a playful grin spreading across your face.

He smirked, pulling away just enough to meet your gaze. "I think we need to celebrate Valentine's Day properly."

With a mixture of laughter and curiosity, you followed him down the hall to your shared bedroom, excitement bubbling in your chest for what was to come. The night stretched before you, full of promises and passion, and as you stepped into the warmth of your intimate space, you knew this was a Valentine's Day you would remember forever.

The night was filled with laughter, love, and everything you both had dreamed it would be. As you drifted off to sleep in each other's arms, you felt a profound sense of gratitude for the love you had found. In that moment, you realized that this day, this celebration of love, was just the beginning of countless memories you would create together.