Cold Showers novel Chapter 40

Just as she had anticipated, Jayda made sure she filled her fridge with Ice cream and chocolates so she would have something to personally celebrate her birthday with.

The last thing she remembered before she fell asleep was that the next day was Saturday, her birthday and she was going to sleep to her satisfaction and probably wake up at noon.

Unfortunately, someone decided to spoil that plan by showering kisses all over her face, disturbing her sleep.

"Lily, I told you not to come over until 5 in the evening. Why are you here this early?" Jayda mumbled tiredly, not opening her eyes.

Lily did not reply and neither did the person showering kisses on her face stop. Jayda groaned, burying her face deeper into the pillow.

She heard a familiar chuckle, followed by a very familiar voice whispering in her ear. "Happy Birthday, my love."

Jayda's eyes flung open. She smiled as she came face to face with Sebastian.

Seb reached for her hands and kissed it. "I wish you long life and prosperity, good health, more riches, more happiness and every other thing you could ever wish for."

"Thank you," Jayda said with smiles.

Sebastian leaned closer to her and kissed her forehead.

"Thanks for surprising me with your presence. I'm happy to see you here but how did you get in?" Jayda asked curiously.

"Lilian gave me her key to your apartment." He said.

"I have a surprise for you."

"Okay?!!" Jayda said, sitting up, anticipating what he had gotten her.

Sebastian rose to his feet and reached for the cake that was on the nightstand. Jayda's heart melted. Aside from the cake, there was also a gift bag which she was sure was also for her.

Sebastian handed the cake to Jayda who looked at it adoringly.

"Thank you." She said as she accepted the medium size cake.

Seb nervously scratched the back of his neck as he spoke. "I had wanted to add some candles so you'll make a wish but I really do not want to overdo the surprise."

Jayda smiled. "It's fine. I already have all I could ever think of. I have you; the love of my life, I have our little miracle growing inside of me, I have Aaron, I have my parents, family, friends and I have a successful career. God has truly blessed me."

Sebastian placed a kiss on her lips. He handed her a knife and she was able to cut the cake. Seb brought out his phone and took pictures of Jayda and her cake.

She ate a few pieces and also fed Sebastian some.

"This cake is really good." Jayda complimented with a mouth full of cake.

"I knew you would love it. It's from Cakes & Creme." Sebastian said proudly. They both ate a few more pieces before they decided they'd eaten enough for the meantime.

Sebastian collected the remaining cake and placed it aside.

He reached for a gift bag on the nightstand and handed it to Jayda. "I hope you love it."

"Thanks." Jayda smiled at Seb. She wasn't even halfway through her birthday yet and she already concluded that this was the best birthday ever. She was happy Sebastian came over to her place to start her day with her. She considered herself extremely blessed to have him.

Jayda had smiles on her face as she reached for the items in the gift bag.

It was hard for Sebastian to pick out a present for her because no amount of gifts in the world could quantify his love for her. But he hoped she loved what he bought for her.

Jayda brought out a jewellery box, a birthday card and an envelope.

She decided to open the Jewelry box first and when she did, tears welled up in her eyes.

"Sebastian...this must have cost you a fortune. You should have gone for something less pricey." Jayda whispered, her eyes not leaving the very expensive diamond necklace. It was truly one of a kind.

"You're worth every dime and even more," Sebastian assured.

"I've never owned anything as beautiful as this. You literally just added to my networth. Thank you." She appreciated.

"You're welcome." Seb smiled.

Jayda put the Jewelry box aside and then reached for the card. It was a professionally designed birthday card but the words written on it were in Sebastian's handwriting.

"I never knew I could be this drunk in love with someone. You changed me completely and I promise to love you forever. Happy birthday to the Queen of my Heart, Jayda." She read out loud.

Perhaps her hormones were making her more emotional than she should be but Sebastian quickly wiped the tear that rolled down her cheek with his thumb.

Jayda was happy to know that Sebastian loved and cared for her this much and he never fails to prove it to her every day. "I feel so special right now, Thank you" Jayda sniffed. Seb placed a kiss on her forehead.

Jay reached for the last gift which was the envelope. She opened it. It had two tickets for a short vacation to Dubai.

"I want us to take a short vacation but it's okay if you're not up for it. It's impromptu and you have a job that needs you."

Jayda looked at the tickets again and saw that it was a one week vacation.

"Will the week after next be okay with you?" She asked.

"What???" Sebastian replied in disbelief. He thought he heard wrong.

"Are you free the week after next week?"

"Breakfast?" Jayda reiterated.

"A special birthday breakfast by one of the best chefs in the city," Seb said.

"Is it possible to love you more than I already have?" She asked.

Sebastian shrugged. "Just know I will always love you more. Thank you for being with me despite my imperfections." He said sincerely.

While Jayda made her way to the bathroom to clean up. Sebastian arranged Jayda's bed and took the remaining cake to the kitchen.

Jayda walked out of the bathroom a few minutes later with fresh clothes on and they made their way to the dining room where the chef had already set up a romantic breakfast for them.

Jayda and the love of her life had breakfast and they made funny conversations in between.

An hour after they were done with their meal, Two of Jayda's building securities came into her apartment with unexpected birthday gifts.

"This is from Saunders and Co." The taller security guard, holding a very big hamper said as he placed the hamper on the floor at the centre of Jayda's living room.

"These gift bags are from those that I honestly can't remember their names but I made sure the delivery guys left a note in them." The other security guard said as he placed the six gift bags on the carpet, beside the hamper.

"Thank you Guys," Jayda said to the security guards. They nodded, then took their leave.

"I guess these are the things that scare me from celebrating. I receive so many gifts that make me feel overwhelmed."

Sebastian smiled. "It shows you're loved."

"Do you want to open them now or wait until later?" he asked.

"I'll open them later. Let's go where you want to take me." She said excitedly.

They both reached for their Jackets and walked out of Jayda's apartment with their hands intertwined.

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Jayda chuckled, "You've got to be kidding me, Sebastian."

Sebastian shrugged and made his way towards his bike. He sat on it and put on his helmet.

"I never knew you were a biker!" Jayda said in disbelief.

"Sebastian Miller is versatile." He said proudly. "Come on, we are going to be late." He nudged her to come closer and she did. He wore a helmet for her and then she hopped on the bike, wrapped her arms possessively around his waist and rested her chin on his shoulder.

Jayda was loving how her day was going already. For once, she wished her birthday was every day so she would get pampered by Sebby.