As they reached their intended spot, Ayla and Almir stepped off the bike. Almir parked the bike to the side and took Ayla's hand. They walked in silence, a few paces beyond the hut, where light spilled out from the windows. There, Almir halted and instructed Ayla to close her eyes.
"I don't have that much patience" Ayla protested, her curiosity reaching its zenith.
"Just a moment, sweetheart" Almir reassured her. He gestured for her to close her eyes and took her hand, leading her towards the hut
When Ayla opened her eyes, she gasped in awe. Before her was a magnificent setup, beautifully decorated with meticulous attention to detail. The atmosphere was enchanting and romantic, leaving Ayla in a state of sheer wonder.
In the center of this enchanting tableau, an elegant table stood adorned with delicacies. The room was gently illuminated by fairy lights, giving it a warm, cozy feel. Red roses and soft music completed the scene, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of magical.
Almir guided her towards the table. "Come, let's cut the cake" he said, and she followed him, still in a daze. Her mind was racing, taking in the beauty of the setup and the thoughtfulness of Almir's surprise.
Every year her family and friends celebrate her birthday, in the most lavish way possible, followed by cake cutting, gifts and a dinner at her favourite restaurant. Almir was always there but as cousins there was gap in him and others. Maybe because of introvert nature or aura.
But this time, not as cousin but as her husband he's celebrating her birthday. Not only celebrating but came from America only for her. As she looked around, Ayla couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude and warmth wash over her. She was blessed to have a loving family and a husband who could create such beautiful moments. Husband, sounds amazing.
"Hey, where are you lost?" Almir's voice brought her back to the present moment.
She shook her head, her cheeks flushed with a mix of emotions. "This...? I'm just surprised. First, you're here suddenly, and now this birthday surprise."
"Sweetheart, get used to it. I'm going to fill our life with beautiful moments" Almir said, holding her hands.
"Now, come and cut the cake, birthday girl."
The round table was covered with white sheets, and rose petals were scattered across it, adding vibrant color. In the center stood a red velvet cake with "Happy Birthday, wifey" written on it.
Ayla looked towards Almir and couldn't help but wonder how this man she had known since childhood had transformed into someone who could plan such a beautiful surprise. She took the knife in her hand, cutting the cake with a smile on her lips. However, that smile turned into a giggle when Almir started to sing a birthday song, slightly off-key.
Almir looked at her with a frown, wondering what was so amusing. Ayla couldn't help herself and said, "You look so cute. I never thought I'd see you in this way."
She offered him a piece of cake, and Almir took it, savoring it sensually. Ayla shivered at the intensity of his gaze and the way he looked at her. He then closed the distance between them, his arms wrapping around her.
"You're going to see many more sides of me, but they are reserved only for you, baby" he whispered huskily in her ear.
Ayla felt a rush of emotions as his words and proximity stirred something deep within her. The chemistry between them was undeniable, and it was a feeling she couldn't ignore.
Distancing himself from her, Almir picked up a small box from a side table, piquing Ayla's curiosity even further. She watched him intently as he opened the box, revealing a stunning ring. He always choose a jewelry as a gift because she's very fond of collecting them. Elegant, and light weight.
However, what happened next left her in complete shock. Almir Ahmed Malik, the powerful business, who commanded respect and fear in the business world, was on his knees in front of her.
"You, what...?" Ayla stammered, utterly surprised by this unexpected turn of events.
"Our Nikkah happened suddenly and under difficult circumstances. I never thought this would be our path, but our journey together has been beautiful. Over these four months, I've become addicted to your voice, and every second without you feels incomplete. I've fallen in love with you, sweetheart" Almir confessed, his eyes filled with sincerity, love and affection.
Ayla's eyes welled up with tears of joy. She was deeply touched by his words, and her heart swelled with happiness. She finally found her voice, gathering courage, she said "Almir, I may not what is love or how to feel in love.But I do know that you are an integral part of my life, you are always in my thoughts. I want to spend my entire life with you."
Almir gently held her hand as he remained on his knees. He slid a diamond ring onto her finger and kissed it tenderly, causing her cheeks to flush with a beautiful shade of pink.
The rest of the night passed in a blur of eating, talking, and laughter. Ayla and Almir didn't even realize when they fell asleep, wrapped in the warmth of their love.
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I am thinking to skip their marriage events & wrtite life after marriage. Because in my opinion, we all show marriage rituals and all are somehow same. Moreover in my previous books I wrote in detail. Now I want something different. Comment your suggestion and thoughts.