Hunter's playoff game fell on a Sunday. The Sunday of my birthday. A day I seemingly forgot was even coming up with all the shit that's been happening. Hell Christmas was in two days and I ain't even buy shit for no one.

I was reminded by Celine this morning as she jumped on my bed, cupcake in hand. My mom walking in right behind her.

"Happy Birthday, beautiful" my mother said placing a kiss on my forehead, which automatically put me in a much better mood.

"Happy birthday little sis' make a wish" Celine said as she lit the single candle on the cupcake.

"I wish for you to let me take my as-butt back to sleep" I said laughing lightly hoping my mother didn't catch me almost cursing—just by the look on her face I could tell she definitely caught it.

"Nadia be serious, make a wish" Celine said with a giddy smile on her face.

"Okay" I playfully groaned. I grabbed the cupcake from her hand and proceeded to close my eyes. Blowing out my candle, I made my wish.

After that whole ordeal, everyone began to get ready for Hunter's big game. I know Hunter was hoping to meet both my parents before the game, and I didn't necessarily tell him my father would not be attending.

With everything that occurred regarding my father, I really didn't want to bring Hunter into the drama by telling him. I didn't want Hunter to look at my dad a certain way, but I knew I was going to have to tell him regardless.

My father was probably busy couped up in his hotel room sulking. Either that or he took his flight back to Miami. I was just glad my mom was here at least. I could only imagine the chaos that will ensue once she gets back and confronts him.

For today, that was on the back of my mind.

Hunter was kind enough to get us a few side line passes, which was a first. It gave me the opportunity to wish him luck before the game began.

It was cold as shit outside too, didn't know how my baby was going to survive playing in this weather.

I was interrupted out of my thoughts by the ping of my phone signifying I got a text—I immediately checked it:

"Hope I like what?" I mumbled to myself looking at the text confused.

Right as I was about to text him back, Celine bursts into my room startling me.

"Nadia, oh my fucking god!" Celine said running into my room. I had already finished putting warm clothes on and was ready to go.

"Language Celine!" My mother yelled from the living area

"Sorry Ma!" She said grabbing my purse before dragging me outside the room towards the front door "you are one lucky girl you know that?!"

Once we step foot outside, I was immediately hit with a rush of cold ass air startlingly me momentarily.

"Celine what are you-" I was halted in my speech at the sight before me

A red BMW i8 was parked outside our apartment with a bow on top.

Remembering the cryptic ass text Hunter sent me, I put two and two together.

"You Nadia Washington?" The man that I'm guessing dropped this car off asked

I was still speechless, gaping at the car.

Celine quickly nudged me excitedly before responding "yes, this is her"

"Alright can I have some ID, then I'm going to need you to sign and you're good to go" the guy said handing Celine the clipboard because my ass was obviously immobile and in shock

"Here's her ID" Celine said after searching through my wallet and handing it over the man.

"Okay now she just needs to sign" the guy said looking at me tight lipped

"Nadia" Celine said nudging me once more causing me to snap out of my stunned state

"Oh yeah, sorry" I said grabbing the clipboard and signing my name shakily before handing it back to the gentleman

"Alright, here are the keys" he said placing in my hand "and one more thing"

Pulling out a birthday card from his pocket he handed it to me.

"Thank you" I said offering him a small smile before he sauntered off hoping in his truck

Looking back down, I opened the card:

Happy Birthday to the most beautiful girl in the world! You are my everything and I love you so much! I know you're not really one for over the top gifts, but I'm tired of my baby having to catch a ride when she should have one of her very own. I know your favorite color is red, so I hope you like it! Go ahead and hop in! Stunt on them hoes!

Love you with all my heart,

Hunter

I couldn't stop the stray tear that fell down my face as I read his note—the ending making me giggle lightly. Hunter was one of the most thoughtful and considerate people I know—it made me love him that much more.

"That's mad cute for real" Celine said next to me causing me to laugh "forget taking my car to the stadium, we riding in yours"

"Y'all ready to go? I've been waiting for y'all for the longest-" my mother immediately stopped talking at the sight of the car "well damn"

"Right?!" Celine said excitedly

Shaking my head, I walked up the car and pressed the unlock button only to be startled by the butterfly door opening.

"Hunter Reece you are something else" I said smiling to myself as I sat at the drivers seat.

The car was so damn sleek!

"I call shot gun" Celine said before racing down towards the passenger door.

"Uh uh, I'm your mother I get the passenger seat" mom said laughing as she pushing Celine out the way causing Ce to suck her teeth.

"Wait there ain't even any space for me" Celine said pouting

"Mom and I will drive to the stadium in this car and you take yours" I said shrugging

"Man, fine" she said faking anger as she handed me my bag

"Love you Celine"

"Mmh" Celine said playfully glaring as I shut the doors

"That man must really love you" my mom said turning to face me with a serious expression on her face

"He tells me everyday" I said shooting her one last gentle smile before starting up the car.

We were currently standing on the sidelines as we watched the Giants players warm up. I was patiently waiting for Hunter to make his way over and it looks like he finally was.

Taking off his helmet, he approached me with a grin on his face. I couldn't even contain the smile on mine—the way Hunter was looking in his uniform was something else entirely.

"Happy Birthday Babygirl" Hunter said with a wide smile before kissing my lips. Usually I'd probably get carried away, but knowing my mother was probably observing us stopped me.

Pulling away, I pecked his lips one last time. "You like the car?" He asked

"I love the car, thank you so much for that. You really honestly didn't have to" I said sincerely

"It's nothing. Plus, it's my job to make sure you're good" he said pushing a stray hair away from my face.

"Thank you-" I said before we heard a fake cough coming from beside us—my mother.

"Oh uh, Hunter this is my mom, Rachelle" I said awkwardly "Mom, this is Hunter"

"Oh nice to meet you, glad you could come" Hunter said sticking out his hand turning on his southern charm.

"Nice to meet you Hunter" my mom said giving him a smile before shaking his hand and releasing it.

"You know I could see where Nadia gets her looks from, y'all have some great genes" Hunter said with that million dollar smile of him

"Oh thank you so much" my mom said visibly flattered by his remark

I see you Hunter, I see you!

That's when Hunter began looking around, seemingly for my dad.

"He didn't come" I said reading his mind

"I'll be seeing him later then right? I wanted to take you guys out" he asked raising a brow

"Uh, no...long story. I'll explain later" I said causing him to nodd

"And where's Celine did she come?" He asked

"Yeah" I said looking around "she was right beside me a few minutes ago" I said confused

"She's right over there" my mother pointed.

And there she was in front of Chris Anthony, as he seemingly attempted to spit game. Celine just looked so unamused.

He does not quit! You go Chris!

"Awe damn" Hunter said shaking his head "I gotta go, it was nice meeting you Mrs. Washington" he said shaking her hand once again before turning to me

"I'll see you after the game" I spoke up first

"Yeah" He said kissing my lips quickly

"Also, do me a favor and win" I said smiling "it's my birthday"

"You got it" he said laughing before walking over to where Chris was with Celine.

Dragging Chris by the collar, Hunter pulled him back into the field with him much to Chris' dismay and protest

"Hunter has good energy" my mom said out of the blue

"Good energy?" I asked laughing lightly

"Yeah, like he has a good presence"

"Okay mom" I said shaking my head

"What's up with Celine and that guy?" My mom asked

"He likes her, she doesn't quite like him" I said chuckling

"I see" she nodded

"let's head up to the VIP box, it's too dang cold out here" I said changing the subject

"You got that right"

A/N: thanksgiving break passed by a little too fast for my liking 😭 I was literally in class today like "why am I here?"

Also, my ass watched Creed II, not once but twice🙂 I didn't properly absorb it the first time. MBJ was something else bruh 😍

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