//simplicity

chapter 23-- birthday boy (part 1)

Josh's POV//

"Okay Brendon, Did you pick up the cake?"

"Right here.." He maneuvers his body to show me the box in his hands. I nod and run my fingers through my hair as I check the cake off the list.

"We just need to invite everyone over, and then everything's set.. Wait did we get the balloons?!" I look around frantically, only to find everything set up.

Everything needs to be perfect for my baby boy.

I sigh as Brendon sets the cake down and walks towards me.

"Calm down Josh, it looks great. I'll take care of guests and you go get ready, okay?"

He smiles reassuringly at me as I slowly agree, heading upstairs.

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After my shower, I put on a new suit I received from my mom last month. I'm not sure why she did, but I like the look of it on me.

After blow-drying, fluffing, and styling my hair, I straighten up my tie, then head downstairs.

People were scattered around the room, all of Tyler's friends were here which maxed to about 15 people total. I smile at Brendon as he waves me over to his spot.

I look at the clock on the wall only to see that Tyler's mom will have Tyler here any minute. I tell everybody to hide and turn the lights out.

After a few minutes we heard two voices outside.

"I assumed you'd want to come over here instead of going home."

"Thanks mom-"

"SURPRISE!" We jump out of our hiding spots, and I run towards Tyler, arms outstretched. I engulf him in a large hug and he giggles happily, wrapping his arms around me.

"Happy Birthday babyboy.." I whisper against his ear. His cheeks were flushed red as I pulled away. Everyone cheered and came to tell Tyler Happy Birthday. I smile and turn on the music, grinning as Green Day starts blaring through the speakers. After talking, Tyler Made his way towards me only to be stopped by a  short boy with a snapback locks of hair hanging past his forehead. He was smiling widely.

"Hey I'm Johnny, Charlie's friend, could you show me where the bathroom is, Charlie walked off somewhere and I can't find the guy.." He was looking up at me, switching his balance onto his left foot awkwardly. I smile politely, and point the direction.

"Thanks!" He called out afterwards, and made his way to the bathroom. I turn, only to be greeted by my smiling boyfriend. He engulfs me into a hug and I laugh against his shoulder.

"Do you like it..?" My voice had a hint of nervousness. He kissed my cheek lightly,
"Of course I do.. You didn't have to do this though.." I grin and shake my head

"Of course I had to. Anything for my kitten..~" He punched my arm playfully,

"Don't say that so loud! My mom might hear!" He whined and I laugh, my eyes squinting as my smile grew wider. I wrapped an arm around his waist, slowly moving my hand towards Tyler's ass. I smirk as a squeak escapes his lips when my hands reach. He turns his blushing face towards me and I wink.

Tyler's POV//

I felt Josh's hot breathe linger against my ear as he whispered,
"I got you three presents. Two you will open with everyone else's, and well, the last? You'll get that tonight.."

I bite my lip and turn towards him, only to find a drunken Brendon wobbling towards Josh. Josh lets his arm drop to his side and goes to talk to Brendon, sneaking glances at me throughout the conversation. I groaned internally, finding myself counting the minutes until night time arrived.

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"The last two are from... Spooky jim..?"

I raise an eyebrow in confusion. Josh's smile breaks out into a fit of laughter as he bends over to keep from falling.

"T-that's me.. Just open it."

"Whatever you say, DJ Spooky Jim."
I retort, opening the first gift.

He smiled at my response. He liked the nickname.

I turn my focus back to the present.

To my surprise, inside rest a large onesie, big enough for me. It was adorable. I smiled like an idiot holding it to my chest closely.

"Thank you j!-"

"There's one more.." He gestured toward the large box that was next to my feet. I give him a nervous look before opening the box slowly.

I gasp, covering my mouth before letting a smile breakthrough.

"Josh.. You didn't have to.."

"Oh hush!" He grins, looking at me before rubbing his arm,
"So you like it..?"

Everyone stared at me, anticipation building up as I pulled out the custom built ukulele Josh had gotten for me. Some people cheered while others stared in awe. I run my fingers across the fine wood. It was beautiful.

"Are you kidding?! I love it.."

I set it down before jumping up and hugging Josh closely. I felt his lips pull upwards against my skin and a small laugh.

"Well.. Are you gonna play for us..?"
He spoke up after we pulled away.

I look at the ukulele, before grabbing it and sitting back down.

"I-I.. Guess.."

Josh's eyes squinted as a large grin plastered onto his face. I snicker before singing,

"No one no one no onee is getting away with what I'm feeling..~"

My voice was shaky and the first few notes were sour, but as I kept going, I started playing as easily as I made hoops with my basketball. People were clapping and whistling as I neared the end of the song. I blush and hide my face.
"Thanks everyone.. This birthday has been breath-taking .."

//late chapter :-( been v busy. Anyway I shall post part 2 tomorrow..? I'm not sure but it will be soon ^-^