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Chapter Twenty One - A Hunt for Hunter


One week later.

Hunter Jackson's P.O.V.


I wake up sometime in the afternoon and frown when I don't see Zoe beside me. Instead I realize that I have been cuddling a pillow to my chest for who knows how long. I get out of bed and freshen up in the bathroom before stepping out of our bedroom to look for her. I'm about to call for her when I notice that the entire apartment is decorated in birthday decorations. I smile widely at the lengths she went to just for my birthday. As I walk into the kitchen and am about to call her name again I stop when I notice a note on the kitchen island.


Hunter,

Happy Birthday! I hope you liked the little surprise. But there's many more in store for you today so I hope you're up for a game. Follow the clues to receive your prize.

Your first clue: where we first met.

Dress casual but time's ticking!

Love, Zoe.


I grin before rushing back into the bedroom to get dressed. I hurriedly put on some clothes before grabbing my phone, keys and the note. When I open the door, I'm surprised to find Zeke standing there. He holds up a brown bag and a coffee cup, handing it to me before taking my keys. I follow him into the lift before peering into the bag to find breakfast food. She really has thought of everything, I think to myself with a smile.

I eat in the car as we drive to the courthouse. Never in my wildest dreams did I think she would have planned something for my birthday. We had discussed it a few days ago but I had said I didn't feel like doing anything. But still, the fact that she planned something warmed my heart.

We arrive outside the courthouse I met Zoe in and I race inside. I decide to check with reception first and luckily enough the woman hands me my next clue. A quiet chuckle escapes my lips as I look up to find the stairs she had slapped me on before I leave and get back inside the car. I open the envelope up to reveal another clue.


Remember my slap? You were such a jerk for making me cry but never did I think I would fall in love with you.

Your next clue: where you were determined to get me that green gown.


I laugh at her note before telling Zeke where to drive next. I'm getting excited now and can't wait to meet her at the end of this. We arrive at the mall in no time as it's not that far. I rush inside and find the store where I bought the dress from. An employee's eyes widen before she smiles, asks for my name before fishing a familiar envelope out of her pocket. Thanking her, I take it and get back into the car before opening it.


You're so stubborn sometimes and I still can't believe you got us locked inside all over a dress! But the way you calmed me down and stayed up with me to finish my college work after was just the first of many moments where I started falling for you.

Even if you did force me to go to a gala and on a double date.

Your next clue: where we ate way too many sweet treats.


I tell Zeke the address and he chuckles in response. "Zoe has really done well with this!"

"She has. This is the best birthday present ever!" I laugh as I feel anticipation rise within me.

We reach the art store that also serves coffee and I head inside. One of the baristas working there provides me with the same envelope and I thank her before getting back into the car. I open it up to find another clue.


You're getting close! I hope you're having fun.

Our date was the best first date I have ever been on and I'm glad it was with you. But do you remember where we went afterwards?

Your next clue: our first kiss.


"The library where Zoe studies!" I tell Zeke who steps on it.

The level of detail in this treasure hunt is insane and I find myself enjoying every bit of it. It's like she has me on this crazy adventure just to find her. But I wonder how I will get the clue since we kissed outside the building, I think to myself. Will I have to go inside?

Turns out I did have to go inside and a lady from the help desk hands me the envelope with a smile. She comments on how cute it is and wishes me a happy birthday which I thank her for. Making my way outside I open the envelope and read the note.


My first kiss was just as amazing as my first date with you. Don't let your head get too big though!

Your next clue: where I first told you that I only have eyes for you.

One last clue left! I can't wait to see you soon!


"Zeke, The Mad Twist please." I grin as I get into the car again.

We speed off to the lounge bar and the memories of that night come rushing back. I had become so jealous of her friend Blade but she was quick to reassure me that it was nothing like I was thinking. What a relief too because I was falling fast for the sassy little redhead.

We pull up to the building and I run inside to find a man who greets me with a smile. "Hunter, right?"

"Yes, you're AJ? It's great to finally meet you." I grin as I shake his hand.

"Likewise. Here's the envelope, Zoe's getting far too impatient." He chuckles and I perk up in interest.

"Any other clues you can give me?" I smirk when he shakes his head with a loud laugh.

"This is the last one and it's easy from what Zoe told me. Don't worry, you've got this."

"Thanks man, we should meet up sometime!" I call as I make my way over to the door.

"Definitely! I'll talk to Zoe about it, now go!" He grins with a wave.

I hurry out to the car before opening the envelope. I get it right away and the excitement bubbles within me at the thought of seeing her again.


It was hilarious to see you so scared of a woman! But seeing you get a little jealous was very cute. I'm itching to see you again and give you the tightest birthday hug!

Your final clue: roller coasters and candy floss but meet me by the shore opposite the sea life.

I love you! See you soon!


"Where to Hunter?" Zeke asks from the front as he pulls out onto the main road.

"Coney Island please." I laugh as I put all the notes back into the envelopes for safe keeping.

I talk to Zeke about the clue and he concludes that Zoe means to meet her at the beach opposite the aquarium. After a twenty-minute drive we arrive at the amusement park. Zeke tells me to go while he finds a parking space and so I grab the notes before getting out of the car. I hurriedly make my way to the aquarium before rushing to the beach opposite it.

Immediately I spot a familiar redhead sitting on a blanket with a brown basket beside her. She's looking around and I start to run to her when she glances behind her shoulder. Her mesmerizing emerald eyes meet mine and a beautiful smile lights up her features as she stands.

"I adore you!" I laugh breathlessly as I pick her up and twirl her around.

She squeals before laughing along with me. Her lips come crashing down on mine in the sweetest of kisses and I can almost taste the hint of sea salt. Her red hair falls around us like a curtain, shielding us from view. I almost never want to stop kissing her sweet lips but eventually, when air becomes a matter of priority, I set her down.

"Happy Birthday!" She cheers before hugging me tightly.

"Best birthday ever!" I chuckle as I hold her close. "Thank you Zoe, you didn't have to."

"I wanted to. Besides, you do so much for me." She grins before pulling me down to sit on the blanket. "I prepared us a picnic too. I know you didn't want to do anything for your birthday but after all that rushing around you can now relax."

"You're so sweet." I murmur as I peck her lips again, unable to help myself. "I love you."

"I love you too." She smiles widely before taking food and drinks out of the basket. "I made you a cake too. I think two slices should be enough to satisfy you for now before you devour the rest when we get back home."

I laugh loudly over how she knows me so well. "I'll survive."

We spend the rest of the evening having a picnic by the beach. It's just what I needed to relax and the sound of the waves crashing against the shore calm me down a lot from this week's workload. Plus, having Zoe beside me makes it so much better. She looks beautiful in the golden glow of the setting sun and I can't help but draw her in for another kiss.

"Can I give you your present now?" She asks excitedly as we eat the amazing chocolate cake she's made.

"Wait...what?! Zoe –" She cuts me off by pressing a finger to my lips which I kiss with a grumble.

She takes out a wrapped box from the basket that I hadn't noticed because she had cleverly put it by her side. She hands it to me with a big smile and I take it with defeat when she glares at me, daring me to protest. I unwrap it before my eyes widen and I look between the box and her in surprise.

"You wanted this massage gun thing right?" She asks worriedly and I almost laugh at how she still doesn't know the name of it after purchasing it herself.

"Yes! I love it, thank you!" I grin as I read the information on the packaging.

"Great!" She smiles brightly as I give her a tight hug.

"Thanks Red, this has been an amazing birthday. I won't ever forget it." I kiss her gently before hearing her giggle. "What?"

"Well...there is one more surprise left." She smirks and I catch the mischievous glint in her eyes.

"What is it?" I frown in confusion.

She leans closer and I shiver when her lips touch my ear as she whispers seductively, "I'm wearing it."

Oh, fuck me! I think to myself as my gaze roams her body while wondering what she has on underneath. She's trying to kill me! I grab the brown basket and order her to help me pack everything up. She laughs loudly but does as I tell her and soon we're hurrying back to the car.

By the time we reach the apartment I'm impatient and almost take her on the kitchen island. She pushes me onto our bed before stripping agonizingly slowly which makes me groan with need. Her perfect body is adorned with a white, lacy lingerie set that makes me rock hard in an instant.

I don't waste any more time and pounce on her, trapping her underneath me on our bed. She smiles beautifully as I begin my sweet torment which she accepts with open arms. We make love several times throughout the night until I eventually tire her out. And when she cuddles up to me and a content sigh escapes her lips, like every other time I feel like I'm in heaven again where it's just us two.

"I love you, Zoe. So much." I murmur as I take her hand and brush my lips against her knuckles.

"I love you more."

"Impossible but okay." I chuckle softly when she pinches my arm.

"I love you more than you love me. Now let me sleep and we can act like love struck fools later." She mumbles sleepily and I struggle not to make her wide awake by laughing out loud.

"Sweet dreams." I whisper as I hold her tight. 






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