Noah had just finished a shift at Java and was heading home to the Snyder Farm. He was looking forward to spending the night with Luke at the Farm, watching classical Movies and just talking about anything in general - just any excuse to be together and spend every waking moment together.
He arrived at the farm and headed up the stairs from the kitchen to Luke's bedroom, where his computer was. Noah had been given permission by Luke to use his computer while is own laptop was in getting fixed, after it got a nasty virus on it and wiped nearly everything. He checked his emails, just to see if he got an email from WOAK about any part time jobs that could be going, so it would not interfere with his studies at Oakdale U. he was about to shut the computer down, when he saw something he hadn't really noticed before. Interest got the better of him, its was Luke's private folder, with photo's, music downloads and word documents. But there was one interesting item in the folder that caught Noah's eye, it was marked "Family Birthday Calendar".
Noah opened it and saw that it had the rundown of everyone's Birthday within the Snyder family, plus all of Luke's friends and Noah's of course which did surprise him a lot, but towards the end, he could see something that made him shock - Luke's Birth date was on the screen. Clicking on the calendar on the computer menu, he looked to see that Luke's Birthday was two days away. "Shit, how could I not know that one - damn it" Noah let out silently as he sat glaring at the information that was at the screen. He couldn't believe he still hadn't known Luke's Birthday was coming up. It took him absolutely by surprise.
Noah was sitting at the computer, trying to look for something nice and heartfelt for Luke, but he couldn't find anything at all and his frustration was rising "seriously, how could I have missed Luke's Birthday coming up, and now I can't find anything that even seems right for him hmmmmmm this is soo darn hard" Noah thought to himself "hang on I might call Lucinda for some guiding help here" Noah thought and said to himself as he grabbed his mobile and he started to dial Lucinda's Number. "Hello Lucinda Walsh" Lucinda answered, a little bit annoyed of the phone call "Um …..Hi Mrs Walsh, I um…..I hope this isn't a bad time?" Noah said a little bit nervously "Noah Darling, im sorry, just not having the best time at the moment, but hearing your voice has changed that, so no its not a bad time at all, it's a good time in fact, what can I do for you Darling, oh and remember its Lucinda, not Mrs Walsh, makes me feel older than I already am" Lucinda chuckled out to Noah, a lot happier "Um thanks Mrs…Um I mean Lucinda. Im glad I could brighten your day, but I need to be serious for a moment, as I kind of need your help" Noah asked Lucinda. Noah then went on to explain how he just found out that it was Luke's Birthday in a couple of days and wanted to get him something special and do something very special for him, but he wasn't sure or could even find anything.
"Leave it with me darling, I will find you something soo fantastic he will just melt into your arms, and I will also find you somewhere so special to take my fav Grandson, he will never forget ok, Just come to my house tomorrow afternoon and I shall have everything prepared for you ok" Lucinda said "Not a problem Lucinda, I will see you about 4pm, after my shift at Java if that is ok" Noah continued to ask "Not a problem my darling boy, now, don't you go worrying, your fairy godmother - or should a say grandmother in law technically has everything sorted for you ok" Lucinda continued as Noah replied "ok fair grandmother in law" he chuckled as they both hung up. Just then Luke arrived at the farm, looking tired and completely bummed out of it "Hey babe, are you ok" Noah went over and started to massage Luke's shoulder's "no not really, had a stressful day with my parents, and work and class - arrrggg, I just want a relaxing night in I think" Luke said with absolutely no energy in his voice "well why don't I go run a nice hot bath for you, while I cook something for dinner and we can watch a movie, how does that sound?" Noah asked as he kissed Luke deeply "Sounds awesome actually, just what I need" Luke replied, and with that both boys went upstairs Their night was just that, Noah ran a hot bath for Luke, cooked a mean stir fry and they both curled up on the couch to watch a movie, with Luke falling asleep within half an hour.
It was early morning when Noah stirred and realised that he and Luke had fallen asleep in Luke's Bed, although by now Emma, had allowed them to sleep in the same bed, she still didn't really like the Idea, trying to get his hands out from Luke's head, he quietly left his sleeping beauty to be and have sweet dreams.
The morning came and Noah had gotten up early again to help with the morning Chores around the Farm, he then had a quick shower once back at the farmhouse and got ready for work. He came down the staircase and nearly bumped into a still sleepy Luke "Hey babe, you look tired, why not head back to bed" he said hugging his boyfriend "hmmm only if you could convince me to do so hmm?" Luke said giving Noah a quick peck "now, you know I would like that Snyder, but, id rather not have your grandmother get her shot gun out and tear us both down would I, anyway, we have plenty of time for that later, plus I have to go to work, so I will see you later then ok" Noah said as he gave his boyfriend a quick kiss goodbye and headed out the door "Like I have a choice really" Luke said as he watched Noah head out the door.
The day seemed to pass without any problems, although it was busy, Noah was looking forward to meeting with Lucinda to finalise Luke's Birthday Surprise which was really the next day. Noah was also panicking cause he was still not sure what to get Luke, until he passed a jewellers shop in old town, not far from Java, and spotted something he thought was really beautiful, so he went in and made his purchase and headed back out towards Lucinda's mansion.
When he arrived he was greeted by Lilly, Holden and Lucinda, who where all talking and giggling at photo's of Luke "hey everyone, what's going on?" Noah wondered as he walked into the lounge room where everyone was sitting "Noah darling, come in come in, have a look at these cute photo's of our Luciano when he was young" Luncinda said waving for Noah to come into the room and sit down next to her, Lilly and Holden.
"Aww he is such a cutie, these photo's are awesome, he looks so innocent hmmm this kind of gives me an idea for something, but I need to talk with you Lucinda about Luke's Birthday remember" Noah said trying to give Lucinda a subtle hint "Yes I know my dear, hence why Lilly and Holden are here as well" Lucinda gave Noah a hint and continued on "now darling, what we thought we would do if have a big Snyder family and friends Birthday for Luke at the Lakeview on the Main Hall, I have caterers prepared, decorations all sorted, just about everything is sorted really, all you need to do is keep Luke away from the Lakeview and the Farm all day tomorrow ok" Noah looked at all three of them with a smile appearing "sounds fantastic, but um, doesn't he have to get dressed up, so he will need to head to the farm to get changed won't the?" Noah asked "ahhh that my dear is where this day of keeping him away from the farm and the Lakeview comes into place" Lucinda says as she gets up and gets a card out of her handbag and hands Noah a credit card "Here my darling, go ahead and spend away, get him some new clothes - but not stripes - he has enough of those really, and actually I swear sometimes he seems to be in a prison with some of those clothes, so here take this and spend freely, but don't spend it all my boy, it does have a monthly limit of about $5,000 ok" Lucinda said as she handed Noah His credit card "But I can't accept this, it wouldn't be right at all, honestly, I will pay for what I can, but here please take it" Noah tried to hand the card back, but Lucinda and the others wouldn't have any part of it "Noah, you have done wonders for our son, and Lucinda's Grandson, we can see he loves you and you are part of the family now, so please just take it" Lilly said as she went over and tried to reason with Noah "Ok but im not really going to use this, unless I really, really have to. I don't want to seem im taking your money" Noah said as he was interrupted by Lucinda "nonsense my dear boy, you can use it any time ok, your family now ok and you are going to be looked after".
Noah looked at Lucinda then to Holden and Lilly who all smiled at him and he placed the card in his wallet. They continued to then chat about the party and decorations and what was going to happen, when they al realised it was getting late and started to head out the door "Oh Noah, come with me for a moment, I forgot something I have to give you" Lucinda said as Noah followed her " I have booked a room for you two under my name and I will sign for everything when I get there tomorrow at the hotel. Lilly wont know so don't worry ok" Lucinda said as she gave Noah a reservation slip " Thank you Lucinda, thank you soo much" Noah said embracing Lucinda in a hug.
Noah then made his way back to the farm where he spent the rest of the evening with Luke until they both went upstairs to bed, thinking sweet dreams of each other.
The next morning wasn't going to be easy, as Noah woke up before Luke and went downstairs to make Luke breakfast with Emma, and help out with as many chores as possible around the farm with Holden.
Once he and Emma had finished making Luke's breakfast, he brought it into Luke's Room, of which Luke was now awake and reading his article that was due the next day at the paper.
"Good Morning Sunshine, and um Happy Birthday my darling Luke" Noah said as he put the food down next to Luke and gave him part of his Birthday Present and a card. Luke opened the card which read 'to my darling Luciano, I love you ore and more each day and thank the heaven's I found you. You are my one and only. I hope this day, this special day, your Birthday brings you joy and Happiness, like you have done for me. With love forever and always, your Noah' Luke had started to tear up and gave Noah a quick kiss. He then opened the jewellery box, which contained a necklace with a Celtic pendant on it. Luke began to get teary eyed again kissed Noah again.
Luke as surprised by the food and the present he was receiving from Noah. He knew he hadn't told him his birthday, and he was also excited because of the gift that he had been given as well "How did you know?" Luke asked and Noah replied "now that's my little secret, and I certainly don't kiss and tell ya know Snyder, that easily. So how about you say me and you have a day to ourselves and go out on the town hmmm?" Noah said as he kissed Luke to help him with his decision "I think I would like that, but I would rather spend my birthday indoors, alone with you, if you get my drift…" Luke said "I do Snyder, I do, but while that sounds awesome, I think your grandmother would get that shot gun out and having me running stark naked down the drive, and that's something I am trying to avoid, so come on, eat up, while I go and have a shower, and once I am done, its your turn for a shower and we can get going, so hurry up Birthday boy" Noah replied as walked off to the Bathroom to take a shower, while Luke remained in his room finishing his breakfast.
About an hour later both boys where ready and where on their way to Oakdale and to old towne. Noah decided he would take Luke clothes shopping first off, as they could really take their time there. They ended up on settling for one of the new boutique men's shop in old town and went in search for clothes. They tried nearly everything on and could only find couple of shirts and some dress pants and jeans.
Noah then decided to take Luke to Al's for lunch, to which Henry and Vienna cooked up a storm for Luke with his Birthday. After Lunch they ended up at Luke's mum house where they sat and watched a DVD, making out heavily. It was nearly 5pm when Noah realised the time and said "Ok babe, we have to start to get ready, we are going out tonight, so put on one of your new shirts and pants we got today and we can start to head out, cause I made reservations at a really nice restaurant for us tonight, and we have to be there in about an hours time ok" "do we have to Noah, I just want to lay here with you like this, maybe naked with my boyfriend on my Birthday" Luke said as he was trying to protest "Babe I would love that more than anything, but I cannot cancel, I paid in advance, so we are going ok, now go and get changed sexy, quickly" Noah motioned, as he went to the spare bathroom to get ready and get changed, while Luke went upstairs to get changed and ready as well.
About forty minutes later, both boys where ready and on their way to the Lakeview, but as they pulled in, Noah pulled over to the side of the road "Now babe, I am sorry I have to do this, but I have to blind fold you ok, until we get into the restaurant" Luke didn't look happy, but was also excited and allowed Noah to place the blindfold over him.
Noah drove into the Lakeview car park, he got Luke out and both boys where now inside the main lobby, heading towards the main hall. Once at the doors, Noah and Luke where greeted By Lucinda who nodded and opened the doors to a now dark Main hall. Once inside a couple of feet, Noah counted down and once at zero, he took the blindfold off Luke, and the lights came on and everyone, from the Snyder Family to Luke's friends all jumped out and yelled "SURPRISE"
Luke almost jumped with fright and looked at Noah who was now smiling "you where behind this weren't you?" he asked Noah "Maybe just a little, but I did have some help from a fairy Grandmother as such" Noah said as he looked at Lucinda who was beaming "Thanks Grandma" Luke said as he hugged her "Anytime darling, you deserve it, but I wouldn't and couldn't have done it without your parents help and of course your dashing knight in shining armour" Lucinda said as she hugged Noah.
The night was a busy one for Luke, talking to everyone, from Casey Hughes, to his parents, Faith, Natalie, his two Grandmas, even Maddie made an appearance which blew Luke away, and so did Jade.
As the night drew to a near close, the two boys decided they would enjoy some time to be with each other. Noah asked Luke" Luke babe, would you dance with me" as a tender love song played in the background "Yes, I would love to Mr Mayer" as both boys made their way to the dance floor, which had cleared away to allow both boys to dance alone. Everyone watched in awe, seeing the love come out of both boys as the song continued to play.
Noah looked at Luke, and Luke looked back at Noah, he feel in love with the those Blue eyes and could never get enough of staring into them "Thank Noah for everything, this has been the best Birthday EVER" Luke stated "My pleasure, but there is one more thing I have to take care of first off, and the second part of your birthday present from me really" Noah said as he gulped and got a box out of his pocket.
"Luciano Edwardo Snyder, ever since the day I came to Oakdale, I would see the beauty within you. Your smile, charm, love and understanding has always shone throughout, and you have helped me in my darkest of darkest hours. You have stood bye me through thick and thin, through my more stupidest times, to my most happiest times, and I think you dearly for never giving up on me. Tonight Luke, I ask you in front of all our friends and my well adopted family, would you make me the most happiest man on the planet, the universe, and marry me?" Noah said as he got down on one knee and opened the box to reveal a simple yet elegant gold diamond ring.
Luke looked at Noah, with tears forming, he then looked at all his family and friends and then back at Noah. He was completely speechless, his mouth dried up, but he was awoken out of trance by Faith saying "well come on Blondie, say yes before I say yes will you!" which made everyone laugh out, including Luke and Noah "Yes" Luke said quietly "Sorry Luke I didn't hear you" Noah said back, clearly not understanding what Luke had just said "I…I said yes Noah, yes I will marry you"
Noah then got up and placed the ring on Luke's finger and kissed him passionately. Luke was now returning the kiss which was becoming fierce until they where brought back to earth by everyone's clapping and whistling.
"I love you Luke Snyder with all my heart and you have made me the happiest man alive" Noah said as he gave Luke yet another quick kiss.
"as you have made me Happy and I love you soo very much Noah Myer, words aren't even enough" Luke replied as they continued to dance and laugh while family members came up to congratulate on their engagement.
"this has been the most awesome and best Birthday I could ever ask for, thanks Babe" Luke said as they walked to their hotel room "its my pleasure babe and I love you" Noah replied as the entered their room and started to kiss "I love you too Babe" Luke said as he closed the door, making sure to hang out on the door knob "Do Not Disturb" sign and locking the door.