A/N: Hello lovelies! As always, thank you for all your support and reviews on this story. I know we tell you guys in every author note but it really does mean the world to us. We noticed in the review section that there are a couple guest readers that have questioned whether this is really a Richonne fic or not. To answer your question, this is a Richonne AND Glaggie fic. Just because Rick and Michonne are not in a relationship right now doesn't mean that they won't be in the future. Anywho, just wanted to clear that up. Hope you guys enjoy this chapter and get a kick out of Miss Messie :)
Glenn's POV
Maggie's birthday party was today so I was running a few errands for her and doing normal boyfriend chores while she went to get her hair and nails done. This weekend I needed to prove to her that I was serious about our relationship. I had already made it clear to her that I wanted to be in a real relationship with her while we were together last night and I was glad she took my word for it. But I know that she knew about my past with other women, and I would not let her have a single doubt in her mind that she wasn't different from the basic chicks I dated in high school. I was serious about her.
When I walked out of the supermarket I flipped open my phone to find out if there was anything else she needed.
Me: Hey babe, I got the ice for tomorrow and I'm about to make the order at the cupcake place, need me to do anything else?
Maggie: No that's it thanks so much Glenn, you're the best!
Me: Of course birthday girl, anything for you 3
I walked in and almost groaned out loud when I saw Jessie behind the counter. I would have definitely walked right out the door if she hadn't made eye contact with me. She had a big eager smile on her face and slightly bounced on her toes.
"Glenn! Hey!" she squeaked out
"Hello Jessie, um... I'll have two boxes of chocolate strawberry cupcakes with pink and white frosting for tomorrow. Thanks"
"Are sure you don't want something more unique? One of our specialties? How about our vegan snickerdoodle cakes? Or we can bake them in mason jars for thirty dollars more?"
"Um… yeah, no thanks. That's what Maggie asked for so I'm just gonna get that" I told her.
"Oh, it's Maggie's birthday or something? Wow Glenn, you're such a good friend" Jessie rambled on.
"No we're dating actually, and it's her party today so I better get going," I said to her trying to get out as soon as possible.
"Really?... Maggie? hmm… well maybe I'll see you there." she said as I was already walking away.
"You weren't invited so probably not, bye Jessie" I called back as I walked out of her "creatively" titled cupcake shop, You Bake Me Crazy.
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Maggie's Party…
Rick's POV
I sat in my car, in the parking lot outside the bar, contemplating whether I should wait to tell Glenn that my old job needed me for another two weeks. Gregory is such a dick! He didn't even ask me if I could come back. He just told me and then disappeared so I couldn't even tell him no. Ugh…..I sure hope Glenn understands. Speaking of Glenn, I haven't even heard from him this week at all which is weird. After he drove Maggie home that night he said he'd give me a call with updates about the expansion plans for the breweries. Well….. He's inside so I should probably get my ass out the car and find out. I grabbed Maggie's gift and walked into Daryl and Tara's bar for this birthday party. When I found her she was already at a booth sitting with Glenn and Michonne. As I walked over Michonne saw me first and smiled at me before she quickly said something to Maggie making her and Glenn scoot apart from each other. Okay… that was really strange. Maggie stood up and I hugged her.
"Happy Birthday Mags, here ya go," I said handing over her gift.
"Thank you so much, Rick! We all just got in not too long ago; I still have to say hello to Daryl and Tara so I'll get you a drink. Come with me Glenn." she spoke so fast that neither I or Glenn had a chance to protest. Glenn got up and nodded at me giving me an overly polite smile.
"Hey Rick, good to see you man"
What's going on with him?
Michonne got out of her seat and gave me a quick hug. Her wonderful scent invaded my nostrils and reminded me of the second reason why I was so anxious sitting in my car. I need to tell her.
"Hey Michonne"
"Hey Rick, what's up? How was your weekend in Atlanta?" she said to me, smiling.
Horrible, terrible, would've been a whole lot better if you were with me.
"It was fine, boring. I'm glad to be back though. How was your weekend?" I asked her.
"Umm… well on Saturday- wait what's going on over there?" she said giggling cutely and pointing to the entrance of the bar. I turned to see Jessie Anderson put down a couple boxes of cupcakes then walk over to the bar when she spotted Glenn. I had to laugh when I saw it too. Oh God, here comes the drama.
"Wait is she delivering cupcakes or is she joining the party?" I asked.
"Well considering her and Maggie aren't friends, I think she just saw her ex and decided to crash Maggie's party," Michonne said shaking her head and laughing.
"Oh wow that is really classy," I said looking back to where the blonde was to see what she was doing now. Michonne and I watched as she pulled something out of her purse and walked right over to Glenn who stood next to Maggie sitting on a bar stool.
"Oops," she said plainly while tilting her bottle over Maggie. I think she expected the liquid to pour straight out of the bottle but instead, it poured down the side of the bottle spilling directly on her fancy looking shoes.
"OH NO! I SPILLED MY COCONUT WATER!" She exclaimed genuinely shocked and upset. Michonne burst out in uncontrollable laughter and leaned closer to me putting her hand on my arm. She was laughing so hard I thought she was going to pass out which made me laugh even harder.
"Aww, poor Messie didn't even see that coming!" Michonne said gasping for air. She was so cute when she laughed. Do it now Grimes.
"Hey Michonne…. can I ask you something?"
She began to calm down and looked up and me wiping a tear of laughter from her eye "Oh yeah, of course Rick"
I opened my mouth to speak but closed it again when I saw a man walk in and immediately start walking towards Michonne.
"Hey baby." Said the tall, dark and very handsome man.
"Mike! You made it!" She yelled jumping up to hug him around the neck, "of course I did, anything for you Mich" the man said as he leaned down to kiss her tenderly like I was not just standing there. Like no one in the whole bar was there. I got so uncomfortable just standing there while they made out. I quickly walked back to exit the situation and try to mingle elsewhere. My heart sank to the ground. It was obvious I had lost my chance over the course of couple days but with my luck, I should've guessed that would happen. Where's Maggie?! I needed to find her so I could get some details on this ridiculously handsome man who was still all over Michonne. I headed over to where Glenn and Maggie were when I saw Maggie grab Glenn's hand under the table and held it on top of his lap. What the hell?! Just when I thought this night couldn't get any worse.
Michonne's POV
"Mmmmm...Mike! Quit we're in public!" I laughed trying to escape his kisses. When he finally let go of me, I turned to introduce him to Rick but he was nowhere to be found. Geez…..Where we really kissing that long? I frowned and scanned the room, finally spotting him standing over by the booth with Glenn and Maggie.
"Are those your friends Mich?' Mike asked.
"Yep. Let's go." I said grabbing Mike's hand and walking over in their direction.
Rick had his head down as Maggie had her hand over his telling him something. Hmmm…..Did I miss something? I quickly let go of Mike's hand to touch Rick's shoulder and get his attention. "Hey Rick, you okay?" He turned around almost looking surprised that I was there. He also looked kind of pale in the face.
"Uh, yea yea….I'm okay… I uhhh….."
"He had some bad Chinese food the other day and unfortunately it's still trying to come back to haunt him," Maggie explained.
"So is this the famous Mike that I've been hearing so much about?" She continued, interrupting Rick and quickly changing the subject.
"Oh! Yes, this is Mike. Mike, I wanna introduce you to my best friend and the birthday girl, Maggie." Mike leaned over the table to give Maggie a hug while telling her happy birthday and complimenting her on how beautiful she looked. Mike held Maggie a second too long in that hug causing Glenn to immediately give him a side eye. I just shook my head. Ugh…..Men.
"Mike, this is my other good friend Glenn Rhee." Glenn stood up from the booth and gave Mike a firm handshake with a tight smile.
"Nice to meet you man. Hey, you look so familiar. Have we bumped into each other around town recently?" Mike asked.
"Umm...nah man wasn't me. But ya know Asians do kinda look alike so…"
I gasped at Glenn's horrible attempt at a joke while Maggie elbowed him in the side trying not to giggle too loudly. Mike had a straight face and Rick didn't even look like he heard any of the conversation. Did they not like Mike?
"Glenn shut up; you're literally the only Asian guy in Kings County," I said ready to move on from this.
"Beer!" Mike shouted out of nowhere. "I was reading Georgia Trend and saw your picture. They were interviewing you about how you became a millionaire at the age of twenty-three by investing in that beer company. You're a legend dude!"
"Yea. He is." Maggie said looking over at Glenn dreamily. Ugh! Gimme a goddamn break. I cleared my throat loudly turning over to look at Rick who was still looking sadly off into space. "Rick. This is Mike. Mike, this is Maggie's older brother and a very special friend of mine, Rick Grimes. Whether I needed a math tutor or a prom date… he's always been there for me."
Rick looked up and smiled at me sweetly….just like he always does. He then turned his attention to Mike who wearily shook his hand and exchanged a greeting.
"Well! Now that we're all Acquainted, I'm gonna run to the restroom and freshen up. Maggie, you wanna come?"
"No, I'm good Mich." She said giggling at something Glenn was telling her. I just sighed. For two people with a big secret, they sure as hell don't act like it. I let Mike know that I'd be right back and then headed off to the restroom. I really wanted Maggie to come so I could ask her what the hell was wrong with Rick and to get her thoughts on Mike. But it is her birthday party; I'll just give her a call tomorrow for some girl talk. That is if she isn't somewhere trapped under Glenn.
Rick's POV
As soon as Michonne left to go to the restroom, Mike immediately turned his attention to me. "So you and Mich go way back huh?"
"Uh, yea...since Middle school actually."
"Hmm… So that means I'm gonna have to- "
"DADDY!" Maggie yelled from the booth. Mike was startled and turn to look behind him as Hershel made his way over to us. Maggie all but jumped over the table to give him a hug.
"Happy birthday baby girl," Hershel said kissing Maggie's forehead and handing her a long velvet jewelry box with a blue bow at the top.
"Thanks daddy. Um...You remember Glenn don't you?" Maggie asked looking back and forth anxiously at the two of them.
"I sure do. How ya doing Glenn?"
"I'm doing fine sir. Yourself?" Glenn said reaching over to shake Hershel's hand. While they were talking I used this time to look Mike up and down. Who the hell really was this guy anyway? He looked like some model. But looks aren't enough. If he's gonna be with Michonne then I hope he's treating her right. I know I would. I'd treat her like the queen she is.
Michonne's POV
As I opened the door to the multi-stall bathroom, I saw Ms. Blanderson bent over scrubbing one of her shoes with a paper towel. I froze and turned to walk back out the door.
"Michonne! I thought that was you. Do they need me out there? Are the cupcakes being served?" Jessie asked in a genuine panic. Shit! I was caught now. Might as well go in and do what I was gonna do anyway.
"No Jessie. We're still waiting on a couple people to arrive." I said moving over to the mirror and taking out my lipstick.
"Oh good. I didn't wanna miss the big happy birthday moment. I can't wait to see her face when she tries the first cupcake. She and Glenn have such great taste. I'm so happy for them."
"Wait. How did you know they were together?" I asked
"Oh, Glenn told me when he came to my shop to place the order for the cupcakes. You know…" she said lowering her voice like someone could hear us. "Glenn and I had a thing way back. I was with him for a little while in high school. What we had was actually pretty serious too. We might have even still been together if he didn't have such a wandering eye. That and him putting that company before everything. I really hope Maggie knows what she's gotten herself into."
"Don't worry Jessie. Maggie is fully aware. Puls Glenn is at a different stage in life now. In Fact, he was probably just looking for someone who was actually wife material. You know how guys can be. They'll play with whatever's easy and available. But they'll take you seriously if you take yourself seriously. And Maggie's that type. She's beautiful, educated and just an overall amazing person. Glenn appreciates that. And I'm more than sure he regrets every moment he spent with anyone that wasn't her."
"Oh….yea….I guess you're right." Jessie replied turning red. I did one last look over in the mirror and put my lipstick back in my bag.
"Welp, I'm looking forward to tasting one of those cupcakes. See you around Jessie."
Glenn's POV
This party was actually turning out to be pretty great. A lot more of Maggie's family showed up as well as her friends that she didn't get to see often. I remembered Sasha and Rosita from high school but not this guy that everyone kept calling Jesus. Daryl and Tara came from the back with birthday shots for everyone, the food options were great, we all sat around while Maggie opened up her gifts… Of course, I was saving my special gift for later, but most importantly Maggie just looked happy. I lived for that shit. Maggie deserves all the good things in this world and I'm gonna try my damndest to give them to her. All that was left now was the….
"Alright, who wants cupcakes!" Jessie squeaked in that high pitched obnoxious ass voice.
Everyone gathered around cheerfully to sing happy birthday to my sweetheart. While we all sang Jessie brought out a beautiful assortment of pink and white frosted cupcakes. There was a slightly larger one in the middle, no doubt for Maggie, that had a single candle lit with a beautiful lace ribbon tied around it. I can't even lie and say that I wasn't impressed by these cupcakes. After we all sang the last 'Happy birthday to you', Jessie grabbed Maggie's cupcake out the bunch and walked it over to her.
" Happy birthday Maggie. It really means the world to me that I got to be apart of your special day. I wish you many more years of success in your career, happiness in life and with Glenn. Now make a wish."
Oh shit….
Michonne's POV
Oh shit!
Maggie's POV
Oh, fuck!
Rick's POV
WITH GLENN!?
