You've been dating Todd for a few months now and it's come to your attention that his birthday is coming up. You plan a little surprise for him.

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"Y/N!" You look over your shoulder, your face lighting up as your boyfriend, Todd comes hurrying towards you, a big smile on his face.

"Hey." Todd immediately reaches for your books, taking them. You smile. Todd is so adorable!

"You don't mind if I carry your books?"

"Of course not. So...?"

"You want to ask me something?"

"Isn't someone's birthday coming up soon?" You tease. Todd's face turns red as he looks down.

"Where'd you here that?"

"You." Todd chuckles softly as he presses closer to you. Now your face heats up.

"Yeah, it is. This Saturday." Suddenly Todd looks a little bit disappointed. You know why. His parents don't exactly go all out for birthdays in his family. You decide right away that you'll come up with a plan for Todd's birthday.

"I know birthdays are kinda a disappointment in your family," you murmur to Todd, slinging an arm around his shoulders. "So I think I'll come up with something incredible."

Todd's face lights up, that beautiful smile making you weak in the knees. You lean in, giving Todd a gentle kiss.

"Sounds...unnerving," Todd jokes. You laugh. "Just promise me that it won't be too...insane, huh?"

"No promises, Anderson!"

****

You know how much Todd's been dying to try ice skating so you make preparations for you both to try. Then, you'll make a bonfire by the lake, sipping hot chocolate and then, a cozy little dinner in the little café in town.

You'd also decided to get him a personalized notebook and a fancy pen, so he can write down his poems where no one needs to see them. But you also have one of Todd's poems that he wrote, framed in a fancy frame. You hope he'll like everything.

***

"Why are we at the lake?" Todd is slowly trudging along beside you. You don't reply, instead just simply smiling, waiting for Todd to see everything you've set up.

He stops short, mouth agape, as he takes in the scene before him. You have the ice skates ready, along with a roaring bonfire going, a few blankets and a giant thermos of hot chocolate all ready to go.

Todd's eyes are wide with surprise. He looks at you and you shrug, trying to downplay this incredible surprise you prepared just for Todd.

"Wow, Y/N. All this for me?"

"Yes," you respond. "But there's more later on."

"There's more?" You laugh, beckoning Todd's closer.

"Later. Come on! Let's have a try at some ice skating!"

***

It's been a fun afternoon. Albeit, a little crazy but fun nonetheless. You're actually not horrible at ice skating although you certainly have your fair share of tumbles, along with Todd. He looks so happy, though, his cheeks pink from laughing and the cold, brisk air.

Afterwards, you huddle together on a fallen log, the blankets wrapped around you both, as you both sip the hot chocolate and just enjoy your time together, without anyone else interrupting.

"So what's the other stuff?" Todd's grinning and it warms you inside. You give him a quick kiss.

"I told you: it's a surprise! I'm not ruining anything."

"Oh, all right." Todd sighs in mock frustration, sipping his hot chocolate and slipping an arm around you, giving you an affectionate squeeze.

"But trust me," you add. "You'll love it."

***

As you're cuddled up against Todd's side in the booth in the café, he's just been presented with his notebook and framed poem. He's speechless and you're grinning proudly.

"These are amazing," Todd murmurs, turning his head and kissing your cheek.

"You really like them?"

"'Like them?' I love them! And I love you."

"Aww, Todd. I love you, too." You shift around, cupping one of his cheeks in your palm, watching Todd's expression grow solemn.

"This was the best birthday I've had in years."

"I'm pleased you liked it so much." You gently press your lips to Todd's and he leans in, enjoying the kiss.

"I'm gonna try to start writing more poetry." You grin, grabbing Todd's hand.

"That is fantastic news."

"Thanks, Y/N. For today and for being so supportive of me."

"Of course, Todd. Happy Birthday."