The guys think about that for a moment and Nick nods. “I think he’ll love it, Soph. He might not show it off though.”
“I don’t care about that. If it makes him happy, it’s worth it.” I insist. “We could do a small party here, with you guys, my mom, dad, and whoever else Holden would want around. I can make a cake … or buy one.”
Roman chuckles. “What about a classic backyard cookout with ice cream cake?”
“And plenty of beer!” Gunner agrees. “I know his favorite brand and I could pull a few strings at the liquor store.”
“As a partner.” Nick chuckles.
I bounce in my seat a little as the guys start adding to the plan. But Nick pauses again, once we have the main things set up. “Sophie, you do know this might be too much, right? He’d probably be happy with just us saying happy birthday.”
“Birthdays are supposed to be fun. I want to celebrate all of our birthdays when they happen.” I insist. “I love you guys and want to make sure you’re happy and know how much I like having you around for another year.”
Gunner rubs my knee and kisses my cheek. “He’ll love it, I’m sure. Just might raise some anxiety. We’re not exactly kids anymore.”
“I don’t think I’d like you all if you were. So wild and crazy.” I tease.
Nick and Gunner head off for bed after helpfully doing the dishes and packaging up the food. Roman leads me to the balcony we have to look over the city together. He wraps his arm around me and warmth floods my system from that little action alone.
“We all love you, Bambina. And your love has never been in question, you know that right?”
“That’s not why I want to have a party.” I insist.
“Is it because it’s normal? Like I mentioned earlier in my office?” His jaw is tight. I can tell without looking.
I fit myself into his side and rub his chest. “Because a big part of love is doing things for the person or people you care about. Holden might be quieter, he might not like the spotlight, but he deserves to be surrounded by people that care about him on his birthday and to get a few rewards for making it through a whole year.”
“You’re reward enough.” Roman kisses my temple. “He’ll get me … and presents. I’m a stickler for holidays and birthdays.”
“Yes, dear.” He chuckles, kissing me again until I’m sure we’re going to end up in bed together.
GUNNER
The next day, I come home and find Sophie stretched across the couch wearing a shirt that doesn’t hide a damn thing and panties. It’s been an easy week back, but seeing my girlfriend with all her curves on display is something that eases even the tiniest blips of frustration. She stretches and groans as her back arches.
“Long day?” I ask.
“Lazy day. Not much for me to do.” She murmurs before motioning me forward. “Are you going to fix that, Gunner?”
I crawl over her and kiss her hungrily, tangling my hand in her hair as she moans and licks into my mouth. Sophie wraps her arms around me and rubs her hips against mine. I stroke along her side and grab her ass, grinding her against my suddenly hard cock.
Only she can do this to me – get me from zero to one hundred before I can question it. Groaning, I draw back and rest my head on her chest. “Is this what you do on lazy Saturdays? Wear next to nothing and tempt whoever sees you first?”
“Maybe.” She kisses my forehead and plays with my hair. “I texted a friend too.”
“What about?”
“Well, I invited her to the party we’re throwing for Holden. I have this feeling that all the girls you guys know are exes, so why not bring one in that’s not?”
I turn my head and kiss her again. “Can’t handle more than four guys?”
“I don’t want to.” She breathes. “I love you.”
Well, that settles that. I pull her shirt down so her breasts spill out and lick over the top curve. Sophie moans and her back arches, offering me everything. I suck her nipple between my lips and she tightens her hold in my hair.
“Oh, Gunner.”
The way she says my name when she’s turned on will never fail to get me excited. I rub my hand over her panties as her legs spread wider for me. Biting her nipple gently, I push her panties to the side to feel her slick and welcoming.