19 YEARS LATER
"Mr Louis, you have a baby boy now," the doctor announce and Louis smiled inwardly.
"Thank you so much doctor for the great job," Louis replied.
"Can I see her now," He asked and the doctor permitted them to enter.
When he got inside, the nurse were done cleaning the blood and Ella was resting, his son was then handed over to him by the nurse, he looked at her. Vera, Ryan and Clark came to join him.
"He has Ella's eyes," Vera said as she stare at the baby.
"And Louis fierce face," Ryan laugh out.
"I don't have a fierce face," Louis replied.
"Yes you do." Ella said slowly from where she was lying and the rest of them walked up to her.
"Ella you have made me the happiest man on Earth and I shall be grateful forever," Louis said with a gentle expression.
"I love you," Ella replied.
"I love you forever," Louis replied.
Vera and Clark did the clapping while sitting close to each other.
"Guess I haven't told you my feelings since and I don't think I can hold it back," Clark said looking directly to Vera eyes.
"Huh!! Clark..I..I huh.." Vera stuttered.
"No need to be shy Vera, Clark had love you since a long time, it was a secret I had to keep for him, no one knows." Louis said.
"You even hid it from me," Ella said hitting Louis in the palm
"I also have feelings for you Clark," Vera replied.
"Will you be my girlfriend Vera?" Clark asked.
"Yes," Vera replied happily then he kiss her on the lips hungrily.
"These call for double celebration," Louis said happily.....
PRESENT DAY
Amy's POV
I was over the moon and filled with excitement as I turned eighteen today. I had spent the past few months counting down the days until I could finally call myself an adult. Being eighteen meant that I was no longer a child and I had absolute freedom to do everything I wanted. It's going to be a long day, that I could tell already. I eagerly got up and headed for the bathroom. I quickly took my bath, straightened my hair and dressed up. I was certain my family would be as excited as I am because their first and only child and by luck, only heir to the Medina family turned eighteen today.
My family is a typical suburban family. My dad has lots of companies and it is fair to say that he is a ravishing billionaire despite being in his late forties.
My parents love story is one I never get tired of hearing. Apparently, my mum worked for my dad and along the line, they both fell in love. Dad proposed to mum on the very day my best friend, James was born and they got married about two months later. Its an incredible love story, I tell you.
I walked down the stairs and called out to my parents but I got no response. I could hear the sound of voices and laughter and music but I was not seeing anybody. I decided to follow the voices. It led me to the garden and I gasped.
The garden at the back of my parents mansion was a sight to behold. An opulent oasis, it was decorated to the hilt. The lush green lawn was dotted with glass orbs that glowed and each one shaded a different vibrant color.
A large fountain of marble and gold stood in the center, the water cascading down the tiers into a pool of pristine azure.
The air was filled with the sweet scent of jasmine and rose, and the garden was alive with the sound of laughter and music. The walkways were lined with tall palm trees, their fronds rustling in the gentle breeze, and bright blooms of roses, lilies, and hydrangeas. There was also ornate sculptures of animals and mythical creatures, adding an aura of enchantment to the garden.
At the far end, a gazebo overlooked the garden, a perfect spot for picture taking. The gazebo was lit up with hundreds of fairy lights, and there was a large centerpiece featuring a bouquet of bright flowers and a happy 18th birthday banner.
I could not contain my excitement. I let out a scream and smiled. My parents had thrown me a surprise party. I couldn't believe it. There were balloons, streamers, and people everywhere! I was so excited and immediately everyone turned and I was greeted by a chorus of people singing "Happy Birthday" to me.
I saw my parents walking towards me with smiles all over their faces. Behind them were the Maxwell's; James parents. They were wearing big smiles too. My parents hugged me tightly. It was so tight and I couldn't breathe for a second.
'I have the best parents in the whole wide world." I said to them after they released me from the choking hug.
"And I have the best daughter in the whole wide world. Happy birthday my princess." My dad said to me.
"Happy Birthday my Amy." My ever dramatic mother told me, her eyes already teary.
"Happy Birthday Amy. " The Maxwell's sang to me while they both gave me a side hug. Ella and my mother were very good friends back in the days and although they are not as close as I remembered, they still look out for each other.
My dad gave me a small box which was wrapped with my favourite colour; blue. I opened it up, and it was a key. A car key! My parents gifted me a car! I was speechless.
"Happy Birthday again, Amy!" said my mom, her eyes twinkling with joy. "Thanks, Mom!" I said, giving her a big hug.
"We thought you deserved a special present for such a special day," my dad said, grinning. I was so overwhelmed with emotion that I didn't know how to respond. I just smiled, thanked them both, and hugged them again.
The garden was filled with laughter and joy as everyone celebrated my special day. The sun was shining and a gentle breeze cooled us off as we enjoyed the celebration. I was dressed in their finest clothes and the garden was adorned with colourful decorations and I was happy. I had the perfect life. The perfect family.
"Holla! There's the birthday girl!" I turned and saw my best friend James. He looked handsome as always. I smiled and waved at him and he ran towards me. James was just a year older than me and since both our families were close, we became close also. Ever since we were little, James and I had been inseparable, this is mainly because James parents and mine are long time friends. We had grown up together and shared so many amazing memories throughout the years. We chit chatted till noon and I was very excited and still basking in the euphoria of my birthday party.
The party went on for hours and I had the best time. I couldn't believe that my parents had done something so thoughtful and generous for me. I felt so loved and appreciated. It was my best birthday so far.
At some point during the party, James and I found ourselves alone, sitting on a bench beneath a blooming cherry tree. He had brought me a beautiful bouquet of roses and had wished me a happy birthday earlier.
"Thanks, James," I said, smiling brightly.
"This is the best birthday I've ever had."
"I'm glad you're enjoying it," he said.
"But I think the best part is yet to come."
"That's true. You have not given me my gift yet." I told him.
"But I gave you a bouquet." He told me chuckling.
"The bouquet does not count.
Anyone can give me a bouquet. You're not anyone." I replied.
"I owe you a gift then. I thought ladies love flowers." He said looking at me.
"Well, I'm no lady then." I replied while hitting him on his chest.
"Ow!" He screamed playfully.
"Tell you what?"
I gave him a blank stare.
"Tomorrow, I have a surprise for you. And I'm not telling you what the surprise is, so please Amy, do not bother pestering my life. Just be patient and wait till tomorrow. Is that okay?"
"You trying to call me a pest? Huh, Maxwell?" I turned the tables.
"Oh my God! Amy! That is not what I meant and you know it. You just want to be dramatic. This is you being dramatic." James said.
God! He knows me so well but no way I'm backing down without a fight.
"You're wrong. This is me being dramatic." I looked around and found a bottle of water and I emptied the content on his head.
"Now, how's that for dramatic." I laughed evilly and ran.
"Oh it's on, Medina. It's on." He said and stood up preparing to chase me.
Like I said earlier. Best birthday ever!