Roommates (A Maximum Ride Fanfic)

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Disclaimer: I own only the plot.

Max POV

"Max," Someone nudged me. I snuggled deeper into my pillow and groaned.

"Max," they nudged me again. With a loud moan I sat up and rubbed my sleepy eyes. All I wanted to do was rest.

"SURPRISE!" My eyes snapped open to see the Flock and Mom and Jeb surrounding my bed. Mom held a cake that read "Happy 21st Max!" I smiled up at them and then turned to see that where Fang should have been was empty. My brow furrowed.

"He's cooking breakfast." Ella said and smiled even more. I rolled my eyes at her and then shooed them out of my room. After they were gone I got out of bed and took a shower. I found a nice pair of dark skinny jeans and a black top with shredded sleeves. I ran a brush through my hair and then walked into the living room. Everyone was seated on the couch with a stack of presents off to the right.

"You look awesome in that outfit, Max. The top is girly and edgy at the same time. I love it on you. Working those curves. Have you ever worn that in front of Fang? I bet he would really like it if you did. You look totally hot. I've finally rubbed off on you although, a little eyeliner and mascara wouldn't hurt anyone. It would make your eyes really pop. I'm so excited fo-"

"Nudge!" I interrupted her ramble. She blushed and smiled at me. I walked over and gave her a hug. "Thank you," I said.

In the kitchen, Fang was working away at the stove. He wore a black t-shirt that was tight enough to show his muscles but not too tight, black jeans, and black sneakers. I walked up behind him and wrapped my arms around his waist. He stopped stirring whatever it was and turned around in my arms.

"Happy birthday, love." He said and smiled down at me. A true smile. I loved that I was the only one who could get Fang to do that. I smiled back up at him and went on my tip-toes to peck his lips.

"Thank you," I said and let go of him. I turned to leave but he grabbed at my hand and pulled me back to him, capturing my lips with his. When we broke apart he smiled and leaned his forehead against mine. "I love you."

"I love you, too." I whispered and left the kitchen.

We had chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast and my mom brought along her famous cookies as a special treat for me. I dug in and everyone talked and ate and laughed. When we were all finished they brought their presents into the dining room for me to open.

"You guys didn't have to get me anything," I said as they gathered around me.

"We already spent our money, Max. Open them." Ella said and shoved her present in my hand. I rolled my eyes but my smile told her that I was happy. I tore the bright blue paper off of her gift and sucked in a breath. She had made a collage of pictures from my scrapbook and from the pictures we took at the park. The frame she had picked was simple and black. Every once in a while a 3D sticker caught my eye on the collage. One said "friendship" next the picture of all of us lined up in a row. Another said "love" and it was next to the picture of Fang and I kissing. Tears started to well in my eyes and I studied all of the pictures.

"Thank you, Ella. I love it." I set it aside and got up to hug her. She was teary eyed too as we held onto each other. I sat back down in my chair and Iggy handed me his present. A grin was on his face and I narrowed my eyes at him then at the present. The purple paper tore away to reveal a box. Once the lid was off I held up a shirt that said, "World's Greatest Best Friend." with a picture of Iggy smiling widely. He had two thumbs up next to his face. As I put the shirt down, shaking my head, I saw Iggy in the exact pose and threw the box at him. He chuckled and dodged it. Angel was next with her gift. This one was wrapped in black paper with white polka dots all over it. I pulled the lid off and smiled instantly. Inside was a silver necklace. It was a heart with wings. I pulled it out and saw that it was a locket. The heart opened up to reveal one picture of Fang and I curled around each other while sleeping and another of our backs as we stared at the sunset on the beach. His arm wrapped around me. I looked up and Angel smiled shyly.