Chapter Forty-Eight: The Surprise

'Stressful' was the word she would describe the following days with. Bonnie was standing in the supermarket getting the last few things she would need for Jo's and Kai's birthday party. It was only a day away and she still had so much to prepare at home. She had planned this day in every detail so she would be done by tonight and go over to the Parker house in the evening. But there was a variable that she hadn't counted in: her grams.

Sheila Bennett had arrived in Portland a few days ago to visit her daughter and granddaughter and Bonnie was so happy to see her. When she had stated she was heading to the supermarket her grandmother had asked if she could come along and Bonnie had gladly taken her with her. But it turned out her grandmother had taken the opportunity to wander around the different aisles in reduced speed, looking at every product there was and showing it to Bonnie to ask her if she needed anything.

Bonnie had gotten a little grumpy after they had already spent 20 minutes in the shop and Sheila didn't seem to be halfway done. Her frustration was visible to anyone but her grandmother, who even thought that toilet paper with an engraved unicorn was something you needed to think about for 5 minutes straight. Whenever her grams asked her something now she only rolled her eyes and turned back to the cart in front of her, praying that she would be done as fast as possible.

"Bonnie dear, come over here real quick, would you?"Sheila asked from behind her and Bonnie breathed in once and then turned around to find her grandmother looking through different baking utensils.

"Do you want to bake a cake?" Bonnie asked when she reached her.

"Well, no but I thought you would want to." Sheila stated.

Bonnie furrowed her brows. "Me?"

"Yes, isn't it your boyfriend's birthday tomorrow? It's kind of part of the tradition to have a birthday cake and since you are planning everything else for his celebration I thought you would like to bake a cake as well."

"Grams-" Bonnie tried hard not to sound angry. "Like you said, I am already planning everything else. I don't have time to bake a cake until tomorrow. There is so much I need to do still and that is why I need to get home and get things done. So if you wouldn't mind hurrying up just the slightest bit, I would be very happy." Bonnie turned back around and wanted to walk away when she heard her grandmother say something.

"Alright, then I'll bake the cake for you. What kind does he like?"

Turning back around to look at her, Bonnie thought she had misheard her grandmother.

"You…want to bake Kai a birthday cake?" she asked skeptically while stepping closer.

"Why not? The boy is turning 18 and he deserves to have a cake. So, if his girlfriend won't do it."

"But you don't even know him."

"Yet. I hope that that will change fairly quickly. So, what kind of cake?"

Bonnie watched her grandmother for a moment before she hesitantly said. "Well, he loves cheesecake." Sheila Bennett only nodded once and disappeared for another 10 minutes until she returned with everything she needed for a classic cheesecake. Finally, it seemed like she was willing to leave and the two Bennetts headed to the checkout.

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When Bonnie arrived at the Parker house she had the fresh cake with her. She was actually relieved when it was Melinda who opened the front door and she could sneak into the kitchen and hide the cake for the next day. But even when she stepped the first foot inside the house she felt like something was off.

Before she was heading to Kai's room she wanted to say 'hi' to Jo then she headed back to Kai's room. When she knocked on his door and there was no reaction from inside she just walked in, like she always did. Except this time, there was no grumpy, happy, cunning or sexy voice returning her sweet greeting like usual. The reason for that was that Kai was lying on his bed, facing the ceiling, eyes closed and headphones on. He wasn't moving, the only indication that he was still alive was the rhythmical raising of his chest.

Everyone else might have thought there was nothing odd about this picture, but Bonnie knew better. She had never seen Kai with headphones on, he was usually the type to listen to it on a high sound level so he could annoy as many people as possible with it. This introvert version of him, listening to music, made Bonnie wonder what was going on inside of him. She made her way to Kai's bed and climbed onto it. When her body made the mattress move Kai stirred and opened his eyes. When they found Bonnie he quickly took off his headphones and smiled at her.

"Hey there, are you trying to sneak in?" Kai said in an ironic voice which was laced with a sad undertone that probably only very few people would trace.

"Can't say that I did. I knocked and said 'hello' but you were too busy reenacting the music video of 'Chasing Cars' to notice me." Bonnie teased and earned an honest chuckle from him.

"Touché."

Bonnie, who was now next to Kai, hovering above him, smiled down at her boyfriend before getting serious again. "So, wanna tell me what this is all about?" she pointed at Kai's posture and the headphones. There was a part of her that didn't believe she would get an answer. Even though Kai had become more open to her about what was going on inside of him, he still dealt with a lot of things on his own. The seemingly small stuff, he kept to himself. She felt like her suspicions were proven right when Kai reached out for her, pushed her down into the cushions and nuzzled into her neck, holding her tight against him. Bonnie's hand automatically lifted into his hair and she started to massage his skull like he enjoyed so much.

The surprise when Kai eventually did answer her question was written all over Bonnie's face, though he couldn't see it from his position. "I don't know, I just don't feel so festive that's all. I wish tomorrow was already over." He admitted.

"Why is that?" Bonnie wanted to know. Even though she had never celebrated his birthday with him, she had witnessed him parading the halls of the school in many years prior. He was known for loving the attention that was given to him on a special day like his birthday and hearing him say that he really didn't want to celebrate it at all made Bonnie frown.

"It's just not the same this year." Kai sighed heavily while tightening his hold on her just a little bit more before adding "She should be here for this, you know?"

Bonnie's heart tightened. It had been a while since he last mentioned his mother, even longer that he mentioned he was still suffering. Even though Bonnie knew that he was still healing form this, it had seemed that he had overcome the worst of it. But the occasion of his 18th birthday right around the corner without her there would probably throw anyone back.

"Hey." Bonnie made Kai look at her. "I have no idea what this must feel like but I want you to know that you are not alone. Also, I am pretty certain that your mom is going to have an eye on you the whole day tomorrow to make sure you don't do anything stupid." Bonnie ended with a joke and Kai chuckled while nuzzling back into her neck.

Bonnie's heart pounded like crazy. She wrapped her arms around Kai to try and give him some sort of safety and he gratefully accepted it. For a while they only lay there, cuddling, not saying anything and Bonnie felt her lids getting heavier before she snoozed away for a moment. She rushed back to conciseness and startled Kai in the same moment. Bonnie must have looked terrified or something because Kai's gaze was set on her, concern written all over his features. Then he leaned down and kissed her softly which fortunately calmed her down.

"You okay?" he asked.

Bonnie nodded. "Yeah, it was just microsleep. I'm good."

Kai smiled and placed himself next to her, asking her if she wanted to watch a movie. Bonnie gladly accepted his offer, thinking that he might need the distraction. They settled for a Marvel movie, which Kai enjoyed very much, giving her the impression that his mood had gotten better. In the middle of the film Bonnie went into the bathroom and got ready for bed. It was about 11 p.m. and she really wanted to try and stay up until 12 so she could be the first one to congratulate him. Unfortunately, the preparations for the party tomorrow had drained Bonnie more then she thought and within the next 15 minutes she had fallen fast asleep.

When she reopened her eyes, it was still early. Her alarm hadn't gone off yet and Kai was still peacefully asleep next to her. Bonnie considered getting out of bed and preparing a birthday-table for him and Jo, with the cake and everything. But knowing that Kai was a light sleeper he would probably wake up from the rustling of the sheets and then the surprise would be ruined. So she stayed right where she was, waiting for the alarm to wake him up.

While he was resting, Bonnie watched his relaxed features. He always looked so much calmer and at ease with the world when he slept. Bonnie had to fight back the urge to lean in and cuddle close to him. Luckily, it wouldn't be too much longer before the alarm went off.

Like on cue, the phone to Kai's right started buzzing and Kai immediately woke up and turned it off. He groaned lying back down and covering his eyes with his left arm. Now it was Bonnie's turn to snuggle into his side. She nuzzled her nose into his cheek because it was the only free space in his face she could reach, with his arm dragged over it. Slowly, Kai removed his arm from his face and brought it around to pull Bonnie closer to him. For a few moments they just lay there, saying nothing until Bonnie started pecking Kai's cheek.

Kai's eyes were still closed but he started to smile. Bonnie now hovered above him and gave him a real kiss on the lips. It was a long kiss in which she tried to put all her affections and when she pulled away she whispered a 'happy birthday' against his lips. A rather sad smile appeared on Kai's lips. Maybe he tried to fake one for her sake and failed, or maybe he didn't try hiding his feelings at all, Bonnie wasn't quite sure.

When Bonnie started to caress his face softly he opened his eyes and she looked right into his clear blues. This time the smile on his face was genuine. Something deep inside Bonnie thought that it might have to do with her but she pushed the thought away. She may be sure that Kai cared about her deeply but she would be a fool if she thought that Malachai Parker would base his happiness on having her by his side.

Suddenly Bonnie got turned over and was pushed into the cushions on her side of the bed. She giggled while Kai left soft kisses along her jaw.

"Maybe we should stay in bed all day long." He mumbled against her neck.

"Yeah, not a chance." Bonnie snickered while she closed her eyes from the sensation of his kisses.

"Why not? It's my birthday, shouldn't I decide how to spend it?" He sounded like a mixture of seriousness and provocation. When Bonnie looked in his eyes they were shining with mischief.

"Oh, I can give you a tone of reasons why we can't just stay in bed. For one, I planned a freaking birthday-party for you and that was very stressful, so we are definitely going to show up there. Second of all, it's a school day. I know that doesn't rank too high on your priority list but on mine. Also I think there are a few people in school who are dying to wish you a happy birthday. Third, might I remind you that you always enjoyed rubbing your birthday in everyone's faces at school? Plus, it is not only your birthday but also your twin sisters. The sister that you actually care about very deeply and that is like your soulmate? You would never shut up about not wishing her a happy birthday and giving her the present that you secretly bought even though you agreed that you wouldn't get each other anything-"

"I didn't buy her anything-" Kai interrupted her monologue.

"But you still have something for her." Bonnie accused him and Kai's silence was enough for her to know that he did. "Okay, furthermore-" Bonnie wanted to continue but she couldn't due to Kai's lips being pressed against her own.

"Okay, I get it. You won, we're not spending the entire day in here. Even though I could think of worse ways to spend the day." Kai cut her off and then abruptly sat up and got out of bed.

"Hey, I didn't say you had to get up right away." Bonnie pouted. Kai only laughed and grabbed something to wear before slipping out of the room and heading to the bathroom.

Bonnie took the chance and got dressed very quickly. Then she slipped into the kitchen to prepare the birthday cake. When she came down she already found Dawn and the twin babies. She had already taken care of everything. Breakfast was done and the cake was properly placed in the middle of the table.

Jo was the first one to come down and Bonnie let her grandmother hug her before she enthusiastically pulled her into a tight embrace wishing her a happy birthday. Jo seemed genuinely happy and thanked her. She also opened the present that Bonnie had gotten her right away. It was this backpack that Jo had once shown her and totally fell in love with but just wasn't brave enough to buy. Bonnie had a good memory of those things and went and bought it for her. Jo was so happy about the present and packed it so she could take it to school.

Eventually Kai came downstairs as well. First his grandmother hugged him tight. The small woman seemed to be pretty strong because when Kai tried to get out of her grasp, she kept pressing him to her and mumbling birthday wished into his ear. When he finally escaped his grandmother's embrace he locked eyes with Jo. The twins weakly smiled at each other and the next second they were sharing a hug themselves. It was heartwarming to see how much love and affection went into this hug. It lasted longer than Bonnie had ever seen Kai hug anyone. They didn't say anything, just kept each other close. Only when they let go of each other and brightly smiled they both wished the other person a happy birthday.

Kai was super happy about the cake. When he spotted it he only glanced at her with a knowing smile and asked if she had made it. Bonnie couldn't lie to him and confessed that it had been her grandmother who actually did it. Kai only laughed while he sat down and Dawn exclaimed that she was really looking forward to meeting Bonnie's grams which oddly made Kai turn silent.

They sat around the table while various siblings joined them and congratulated the twins. Briana had drawn two super cute pictures- showing each twin with her- and proudly presented it to them. Bonnie was watching Kai's reaction to the presents he got very closely. He seemed genuinely content, even though he had told everyone he didn't want anything. He had made her promise him not to get him anything, which Bonnie had accepted. Until she had the perfect idea. The present she had gotten for him was solely representational, so that he wouldn't be mad at her. But it was the meaning behind it that was the actual present. But Bonnie wanted to wait for a calmer moment to give it to him. She was nervous about his reaction, maybe even a little afraid about how he would think about it and the fact that she disregarded his wishes, but it was too late now.

When they headed to school Kai packed some slices of cake to bring with him. For himself, he claimed and Bonnie was only halfway sure that he was joking. The school day itself went by smoothly. Somehow nearly everyone they knew remembered it was Kai's and Jo's birthday, even some teachers congratulated him without anyone reminding them. The last years of Kai's birthday had left an impact on them, it seems like.

In all Faye-fashion she over-excitedly wished Kai and Jo a happy birthday, even giving Jo her very own unicorn-helium-balloon that she carried around for the rest of the day. Like Bonnie had assumed Kai shared his cake with the group and they had a great day. Every once in a while she would glance at him to see how he was holding up but it seemed like he had left the brooding mood at home because he was smiling and laughing along with his friends.

When school was over Kai dropped Bonnie off at home because she needed to get ready for the party. Kai promised to come over before the party because he wanted to go there with her but also because she still hadn't told him or Jo where the party actually took place.

She had told Jo, who had her own birthday ritual to go through with Jessica and Olive, to be ready at about 7 p.m. She had told Jessica and Olive about the place and she made them swear not to tell Jo before they got to the meeting point with Bonnie.

The celebration would take place at this secret spot every kid in their school knew. It was down in the woods, a little clearing with an old dried-up well and some sheltered place. It used to be some sort of public park but when it got destroyed the city didn't bother getting it fixed up. From that moment teenagers had used it for various parties. It was actually pretty perfect because you could celebrate no matter the weather due to the roofed part. Bonnie had also organized a bonfire. Since it was already October the nights could get a little freezing. The fire was supposed to warm everyone and so was the alcohol. Lucky for her she knew enough people who could organize booze. Brian Glen had lent a helping hand in that department.

So now Bonnie was looking at herself in the mirror, wearing a brand new checkered flannel blouse that fit her perfectly. She was applying the last bit of make up when she heard the door bell ring. She rushed downstairs to be the first one to open the door. Her grams and mother were home and not only was she worried about Sheila Bennett's interrogation that she had surely planned for Kai but also the way her mother was going to smother him with hugs. She needed to be the one to safely welcome him into her house.

With all the sway from running down the stairs Bonnie opened the door and looked at the smiling face of her boyfriend. He was wearing his leather jacket, which always made him look like a freaking model, in combination with a white shirt and black jeans with the mandatory black boots. She had to keep her mouth from dropping because it would look ridiculous. Kai leaned against the door frame and tilted his head a little. He didn't seem to care if it was ridiculous or not to gaze at her from top to bottom. His smirk on his face irritated Bonnie.

"What?" she asked.

"Nothing, just enjoying the view." Kai pushed himself off the frame and took a step forward, reaching Bonnie, capturing her lips with his in the same motion. "You look very pretty." He whispered against her lips when he let go again.

Bonnie's core clenched at his statement. The familiar warmth spread through her system and she pulled Kai into a quick hug before closing the door behind him. With a stern look on her face she turned to him.

"Listen," she whispered, "my mom and grams are here. I need to warn you, they are probably going to overreact and grams is totally going to play good cop/bad cop with you, where she is both good and bad. I just want to warn you, it could be a little…"

"Is that our birthday-boy?" her mother's voice interrupted Bonnie coming from the living room. She had yelled that questions with enthusiasm and Bonnie rolled her eyes. "…over the top." Bonnie finished her previous sentence and looked at Kai apologetically. It was all she could do because she already heard her mother approach.

"There he is." Abby said in an adoring voice. Bonnie was watching Kai, searching for a hint that he felt uncomfortable but he smiled at her mother and it seemed genuine. Abby stepped up to them and opened her arms.

"Come here, sweetie." Abby reached out and Kai consigned to his fate and let Abby hug him. It was a tight hug and Kai didn't seem too uncomfortable. When Abby finally let him out of her embrace she reached out to cup his face and smiled at him. "Happy Birthday, Kai." Abby said and smiled.

"Thanks." Kai replied, seeming honestly happy with the gesture. Abby finally let go of him when grams stepped next to her.

"Now Abby, step aside so I can take a look at our Bonnie's friend right here." Sheila Bennett said and pushed her daughter to the side. Bonnie was nervous as to how her grams would react to Kai. Because her grandmother had known about Bonnie's feelings for him for a while, she had no idea if she would play nice or not. She really loved her grandmother and wanted her to like Kai as well. Sheila let her assessing gaze linger on Kai. Her expression was stern, not showing any emotions. Others might even think that she looked intimidating. 'Bad cop it was then' Bonnie thought to herself. Secretly she was happy that Kai wasn't a person to be scared easily. She remembered Jeremy's first encounter with her grandmother after they officially got together. The boy had looked like he wanted to shit his pants. Kai on the other hand was staying pretty calm and cool.

After a moment of silence Sheila smiled which surprised Bonnie. "Well boy, I guess it is time that we finally met. My granddaughter has told me so much about you. Apparently, she is pretty smitten with you." Sheila said in a friendly tone.

"So I've heard." Kai plainly exclaimed with a smirk which made Bonnie roll her eyes. To surprise her further Sheila started to laugh.

"He's funny this one." Sheila pointed at Kai who was smiling contently. Then Sheila stepped up to him and to both Bonnie's and Kai's surprise hugged him. "Happy birthday, boy."

"Thank you." Kai said. The hug wasn't nearly as long or strong as Abby's had been but nevertheless it was a hug. "And I guess I have to thank you for the delicious cake you made me." Kai added when Sheila let go of him.

"Oh, did Bonnie tell you that I did it. I wanted her to say she did it."

"Please. As if I don't know what Bonnie is capable of in the kitchen-department?" Kai mocked her and she shoved him a little for his comment. He only send her a smug smile before turning back to her grandmother. "Anyways, everyone really enjoyed the cake." He added.

Sheila brushed it off. "Oh, that was nothing."

They kept on chatting about this and that and Bonnie could see they got along great. Bonnie was relieved to see that but it also made her a little nervous.

After a while she asked Kai to accompany her to her room for a while because she still needed to get ready. Sheila and Abby went back to the living room while Kai followed Bonnie upstairs. In her room Bonnie turned around and gave him a light kiss before she gave him a very light slap on the face.

"Ouch," Kai complained. "What was that for?"

"For conspiring with my grandmother." Bonnie teased, while Kai wrapped his arms around her.

"I'm not conspiring with your grandmother!" He demanded.

"Oh no? Seemed like you were getting along with her just fine though, which is odd since she usually isn't that open to new people, especially new boyfriends. People sometimes say that my grandmother is a like a mean, old witch." Bonnie chuckled.

"Well, I happen to like mean, old witches." Kai joked and walked towards her bed with Bonnie still in his arms.

"Well, I guess I should be thankful that you two are getting along." Bonnie shrugged.

"You really should." Kai said while leaning down to kiss her cheek. Bonnie leaned back to escape his touch but she lost her balance. Luckily for her, they had reached the bed and she fell softly onto it, taking Kai with her. She giggled while Kai landed on top of her. He started kissing her neck softly before suddenly he started tickling her sides and Bonnie squeaked loudly. He kept up this torture while Bonnie laughed and kicked, trying to get him to stop.

"Kai, please. You are ruining my hair." She got out between giggles and managed to sneak away from him.

"You really are no fun today." Kai pouted.

"Well, deal with it." Bonnie simply said and turned to the mirror to fix the mess that was her hair.

"I don't know what your problem is, I think you look amazing no matter what." Kai said while he turned around on the bed, laying on his stomach and watching her.

Bonnie looked at him through the mirror and only shook her head, smiling. Then she tended to her hair.

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After an hour they had finally left the Bennett house to go to the party. Or at least to go to the meeting point with Jo. It was in the middle of nowhere, a path right before the part of the forest where the party grounds where. It was close enough so that they wouldn't have to walk for too long but far away enough so Kai wouldn't figure out where they went right away. Bonnie sat down on a bench right next to where the path emerged into the woods. Kai placed himself next to her, scanning his surroundings for any clues to where they were going.

The sun was already setting but it was still warm. They had been blest with the weather today. With a quick glance at her watch she saw that they still had a lot of time before Jo, Olive and Jessica would arrive so Bonnie decided to use the time left to give Kai her present. She rummaged through her stuff and got the small present out. She turned to him and said. "Close your eyes and open your hand."

Kai looked at her as if he didn't understand what she wanted from him. "Why?" he asked skeptically.

"Because." Bonnie simply said.

"Bon-" Kai said warningly.

"Just do it." She demanded and reluctantly he did as he was told. Bonnie placed the little package in his hand and closed his fingers around it. "Open your eyes." She softly said and he did.

When he saw the package in his hands he instantly looked up at her, annoyance in his eyes.

"Bonnie, I told you not to get me anything." Be complained.

"Let me stop you right there. Just open it and afterwards you can still complain, alright?"

Kai watched her for a moment longer, not convinced. But he sighed and began tearing off the wrapping paper until he had freed the present. He looked at it a little doubtful as he turned it around in his hand. "A pocket calendar?" he asked while looking at her with raised eyebrows. "I know I am not as organized but I'm not that bad, Bon."

"No, it's not about the calendar." Bonnie said and reached out for his hand. "It is only symbolic."

Kai clearly didn't get what she was trying to say but she hadn't expected that so Bonnie elaborated. "Do you remember when we had to do the history project together and I dictatored you into doing everything I wanted you to?"

"How can I forget? I was the start of our wonderful journey." Kai mockingly said and Bonnie rolled her eyes before she continued.

"And do you remember what you asked of me when we finished- as compensation?"

Something inside Kai seemed to start to figure out what she was trying to say but he couldn't quite catch it yet. "One day." Kai answered her question and looked back down on the plain black calendar in his hand.

"Yes, you asked for one day. One day that you would spend with me. One day that I owed to you. I promised you that day and now-" she looked deeply into Kai's eyes and breathed in. "-now, I am promising you all day, every day. That what the pocket calendar represents. My promise to you that every single day, that is in that journal, is yours. Is ours."

Bonnie felt her heart beat strongly against her rips. Kai was still only staring back into her eyes, no reaction visible on his face. With each passing second she got more and more nervous. She had overdone it. It was too much. He didn't like it. Her worries were about to take her over when a hint of a smile appeared on his face. She gathered enough courage to talk. "Was this too cheesy?"

Kai chuckled. "Hell, yeah. It was all kinds of too cheesy."

The corner of Bonnie's mouth was about to drop low and sadness crept into her. Then Kai leaned over to her, putting his arm around her shoulder and pulling her in closer so that their faces were only inches apart. "It was cheesy, but this might be the best present I ever got." He whispered.

Bonnie looked up trying to figure out if he was toying with her but she found nothing but honesty written on his face. "You mean… you like it?"

Kai smiled. "I love it."

The relief Bonnie was feeling in that moment was unexplainable. She had done the right thing. "Really?" She asked silently.

"Yeah." He whispered back before he closed the short distance between them and kissed her gently. It was a sweet kiss which pressed all her buttons. But it was over too soon when Kai pulled away a little and said "You do realize you have practically sold yourself to me now?" he teased her and chuckled when she hit him against the chest softly.

"You idiot, you're ruining it." Bonnie complained and put her hands at the back of his neck, pulling him back into a passionate kiss. She felt his hands wrap around her waist as he pulled her closer to him. Bonnie lost all track of time while she was sharing this intimate moment with Kai. They kept kissing until they heard Jo's lively voice call from a distance.

"Get a room you two!" she yelled and Bonnie broke away from Kai to look in the direction her voice had come from. Jo saw her approaching the bench with Olive and Jess. Jo let herself fall down next them. She looked gorgeous, wearing a black short skirt and tights combo. Bonnie couldn't help but notice the beautiful necklace she wore, not remembering ever seeing it on her. When Bonnie mentioned it, Jo only looked at Kai and said it used to be her mother's. So that was what Kai had gotten Jo. He must have found the necklace and kept it for Jo. It was such a heartwarming gesture.

Suddenly Kai seemed to be done waiting and jumped off the bench and pulled Bonnie to her feet as well. To not make him wait any longer than he already had, Bonnie led the way into the woods and to the partying-ground. She could hear the people in the far, which told her that nearly everyone was already there. Maybe a few people would still come later but it seemed like most of the guests were there to greet the birthday-twins.

When they took a turn to the right, deeper into the woods Jo and Kai instantly recognized the place and both turned enthusiastic. As they walked on the meadow everybody screamed 'happy birthday' and the music started echoing through the woods. The party had started.

Kai and Jo disappeared into the crowed, receiving wishes here and there and Bonnie went to get herself a drink and then tried to find someone she actually knew because it seemed like the entire school was there. An iconic birthday party from the Parker-twins wasn't something anyone would want to miss. Proud of her work Bonnie went to the first person she recognized, which was Brian Glen. He was hovering around the impromptu-bar, taking care of the beer.

"Wow, you did an amazing job with this." Bonnie pointed to the bar.

"Thanks Bonnie. I guess everyone has some kind of talent." Brian winked at her. "And you did an amazing job organizing all this."

"Well, I had help." Bonnie shrugged and smiled. "Thank you, by the way."

"You're welcome, little tyrant."

Bonnie had to smile when she heard her nickname. Brian gave it to her when she started to involve him in the preparations of the party. She gave him specific instructions and wouldn't take any strays from the plan. Brian then said she behaved like a little tyrant and the nickname kind of stuck but she was okay with it. Over the last few weeks she had gotten along with Brian way better. It wasn't like she would call him friend but he was her boyfriend's friend who she could totally accept.

"Bonnie!" she heard a familiar female voice and the next second all she saw was Faye's red hair as she wrapped her arms around her tightly. She seemed a little tipsy already. "Look at this party, girl. This is so dope. Great job."

"Thank you, Faye." Bonnie mumbled into her hair and gently tried to pull away from her. "Where is everyone else?"

"They are hiding out somewhere down there. I left them because Connor wouldn't shut up about how he wouldn't drink because he was driving. He is always so uptight." Faye rolled her eyes.

"So you left everyone because Connor was complaining?" Bonnie asked with raised eyebrows.

"Well… I guess." Faye started to giggle like a small girl and Bonnie had to roll her eyes. She wasn't nearly drunk enough to find this as funny as Faye.

"Drink with me." Faye commanded and turned to Brian. "Ey asshole, got anything good behind that bar of yours?"

"Charming as ever, Miss Matthews. Why don't you come over here and take a look yourself." Brian answered. Faye did as she was told. Bonnie tried to tell her that she was good, she already got herself a white wine but Faye wouldn't listen. She poured herself, Bonnie and Brian Tequila shots and demanded that they downed them with her. Tequila wasn't Bonnie's favorite poison but she obliged. After that she secretly snuck away from the bar because Faye was in full drinking mode and if she stayed longer she would be drunk within minutes. She felt no remorse leaving Faye. She was in a heated discussion with Brian like usual. But this time they were fighting about what to drink next. They would be okay.

She found the rest of the group. They were hanging around with a bunch of other kids from school. She joined them and started to enjoy the evening fully. Now that everything was in motion she could finally relax.

Over the course of the evening she had a lot of fun. She drank with Liza and Perry until all of them were a little more than just tipsy. Faye popped in and out every now and then and even Connor, even though he didn't drink, didn't behave like a total buzz-kill. In her semi-drunken state Bonnie even danced with Walter. He had just grabbed her when she passed him by and the Pussy Cat Dolls version of 'Sway' was starting to play. Bonnie had cried out and laughed but she had to admit, the boy had some moves. When the song was over he gave her a peck on the cheek and released her.

The party was so crowded that she only got a few peaks at Kai over the course of the night. He was busy drinking with everyone. He waved at her and sometimes it seemed like he was making his way to her but someone always got in the way of that. But it was okay. By his expression Bonnie could read that he was enjoying himself and that was what she had intended to achieve. After a few hours Jo found her. She was already beyond saving and pulled her to the dance floor when the Backstreet Boys were playing. Perry would join them and the three gave a perfect performance of the song. So good that some people even clapped when they were done.

Bonnie had no idea what time it was but she was drunk enough to not feel cold so she didn't mind. It was a good kind of drunk. Not the one where you were feeling nauseated or sleepy. She was just plain happy and enjoying the party. Though her ears were starting to hurt from the loud noise so she walked to the nearby tree at the edge of the meadow and sat down. It wasn't that far from the party, she could still see everyone and everyone could see her, but it was a little quieter.

She was enjoying her solitude when she spotted a figure approaching her. His walk was a little curvy but he more or less headed straight to her. His steps slowed as he saw that she was watching her.

"Hey stranger. I see you're enjoying yourself without me." Bonnie greeted him with a smile on her face.

"Nah ah Bonster, don't turn this around on me. I saw your little dance with Walter earlier." Kai teased, still a few feet away from her.

"Oh that, that was harmless. Plus, you were kind of forcing me into his arms." Bonnie joked, liking the little roleplay they had going. Kai seemed to be in a very good mood, he was grinning at her while he closed the distance between them, crouched down in front of her and leaned forward so that their mouths were nearly touching.

"Oh did I?" he asked her before he captured her lips. It was a passionate kiss, both their intoxicated states of mind adding to that. Kai tasted like Vodka and Whiskey, which would usually disgust her but tonight she didn't mind.

"Are you having a good night?" Bonnie asked when they broke the kiss a while later.

"Yes, I am. Thank you for doing this, Bon." He replied. "And sorry that I wasn't with you for much of it."

Bonnie shook her head. "As long as you're enjoying yourself I'm happy."

A gorgeous smile appeared on his lips and he gave her a kiss on the forehead. Then he pulled away, making himself comfortable on the ground. He lay down on his back and placed his head in Bonnie's lap. He snuggled into her and her hands found their automatic distinction in his hair, stroking it softly. He closed his eyes briefly.

"You're tired?" Bonnie asked softly.

"Nope, just need to rest my eyes for a second. Won't fall asleep, promise." His statement wasn't as affective as he wanted it to be because a yawn escaped him and Bonnie had to chuckle. The vibrations of her laughter made Kai open his eyes again.

"Maybe we should call it a night, what do you think?" Bonnie asked. Kai opened his mouth to answer her when someone else did it for him.

"My brother is going nowhere." Jo dropped down next to Bonnie and gave Kai a playful punch in the stomach which only made him growl in annoyance. She was accompanied by Faye, Liza, Perry and Brian. Apparently Connor had already left the party.

Together they gathered around the tree Bonnie was leaning against. Liza offered both Kai and Bonnie something to drink but they both declined. To Bonnie's surprise Kai didn't sit up but stayed where he was, with his head in her lap. Additionally, he took Bonnie's hand in his and drew soft design across it like she always begged him to do because she enjoyed the feeling so much. It was rare enough that Kai displayed affection publicly and so she reveled in the feeling of it. He even kissed her hand while everyone else was watching. Maybe it was the alcohol, maybe not, Bonnie didn't care. Right in that moment she was happy.

It had gotten pretty late already, or pretty early depending on how you saw it. Faye and Brian had been sitting unusually close without insulting each other every five minutes. They were actually having a decent conversation. Jo and Kai were bickering playfully like two elementary school kids, sometimes remembering good and bad situations that happened on their other birthdays. Everyone else was still partying a few feet from them. Suddenly someone was yelling 'Police' at the top of his lungs and the partiers started to panic. Maybe it wasn't true or maybe some patrol had heard the noises from the party but either way they didn't want to get caught. Brian and Faye went to collect the last of the remaining alcohol before they disappeared into the night. Liza and Perry said their goodbyes and Jo, Bonnie and Kai got up and made a quick run for the road. They weren't exactly silent while running away. They were yelling and laughing, if someone wanted to find them they easily could, especially when they were running in zigzag due to their state of mind. When they finally arrived at the pathway into the woods they stopped and gasped for air.

Bonnie had never had to run from anyone or anything but the three kids were just too pumped with adrenalin that they couldn't stop laughing. When they had finally regained their breath Kai wrapped his arms around her shoulders and slowly started walking. After a while they reached the Parker house and they said goodbye to Jo. They had decided to walk a little further, enjoying the fresh night air together and clearing their heads a little. They would stay at Bonnie's place tonight.

For a while they strolled the streets in comfortable silence. Even though Bonnie was more than tired she was in no rush to get home. She was way too comfortable in Kai's arms to be willing to speed this up. The walk back to Bonnie's house seemed shorter than usual, which was probably only due to the fact that the rest of the alcohol flowing through her veins made her inattentive, but now they were standing in front of her house and she was fumbling with the keys. As silent as possible they made their way up to her room. Bonnie bumped her foot against one of the steps by accident and a loud noise resounded in the house. Bonnie froze. Normally there was no risk of anyone waking up from this but with her grams there she couldn't be sure. The old lady had the lightest of sleeps and Bonnie really didn't want to be responsible for waking her. They waited a few seconds until she resumed their journey.

In her room she closed the doors silently and breathed out. Here they were safe to be louder now. In one swing she turned around and rushed to where Kai was standing a few feet away from her and wrapped her arms around his neck. Kai chuckled as he pulled her closer.

"Someone is a little needy tonight." He teased with a smile.

"Well, someone barely even saw you the entire night. I get to be needy." She retorted, laughed and buried her face in his chest.

"Maybe you're right." Kai gently stoked her hair. Then suddenly she got pulled up bridal style and carried over to the bed. Kai let her down on the mattress and placed himself next to her. Suddenly, Bonnie felt like every ounce of clothing she wore was too much. A well-known heat flashed through her body and she remembered how Kai tried to have her all to himself all through the day and she refused him. Now, for her own selfish reasons, she pulled him down into a passionate kiss, hoping that it would lead to more.

For a while they were only kissing and Kai didn't seem to get the hint that she wanted more because one of his hands stayed buried in her hair while he used the other to support his upper body. So Bonnie took matters into her own hands and grabbed Kai's hand that was stroking her hair and dragged it underneath her shirt. When she pulled her own hand away so she could use it to anchor him to her further, Kai pulled away and looked down at her with wondering eyes.

"It's time for you to unwrap your real present." Bonnie whispered seductively in his ear and instantly knew that Kai was wearing his devilish grin on his face.

From one second to another the atmosphere between them shifted. Suddenly the heat between their two bodies was almost visible when Kai followed Bonnie's invitation and unbuttoned her shirt. He pressed wet kisses along her jaw and neck while his hands explored her body. The sensation Bonnie felt was indescribable. No matter how often they did that, it would never feel anything less than amazing. Kai's touch was intoxicating and overwhelming. She was a slave to them and it would get her into so much trouble along the way. But there was no room to think of that now because every thought in her mind was about him. She was busy getting rid of Kai's white shirt to reveal his well muscled body.

Even though they had started their love-making in a rather slow way, the action sped up quickly. Bonnie had already lost her pants and was only clothed in her underwear now and was busy freeing Kai from his own. They unclothed each other while making out heavily and soon she was completely naked.

Bonnie didn't know why exactly she did it- maybe it was because in the back of her head she wanted to make Kai's special day a little more special- but she used the heat of the moment and took control of the situation. Normally, she would let him be the dominant one mostly because she had been a little insecure about her sexual capabilities. She really didn't have too much experience before Kai, but ever since they started having sex every other day like the horny teenagers they were, she got more comfortable and wanted to try new things. So right now, Bonnie turned them over so that Kai was underneath her. She could see the surprise in his eye for her taking charge but most of all she saw anticipation and lust which only encouraged her more.

Bonnie leaned over him and kissed him deeply. Then she made her way down his body, kissing along his neck, chest and stomach until she reached the waistband of his boxers. With her teeth she dragged them down to his knees, revealing his hardness. She got rid of the boxers completely and placed herself between his legs. Kai followed her every move with interested eyes. Maybe he knew what she was about to do, maybe he didn't but there was nothing in this world that was more satisfying then seeing the expression on his face when she took his penis in her mouth.

A groan from deep within escaped him and he closed his eyes in delight. Bonnie started sucking and moving her mouth up and down his length, taking him in a little bit further the more often she did it. Kai let his head fall back into the pillows, completely lost in the pleasure she was giving him and the sight of Kai being at her mercy and being so completely satisfied because of her was giving Bonnie this amazing feeling. She felt powerful but most of all she felt aroused beyond compare. Her core was already dripping wet even though he didn't even touch her. Only one of his hands was buried in her hair, but he was only massaging her skull not pushing her down further. She had complete control of his body.

The sexual sounds that escaped Kai were encouragement enough for Bonnie to finish what she started. With the help of her hand, which was rubbing down his shaft in addition to her mouth she wanted to drag Kai over the edge.

When Kai groaned her name in warning she ignored him and kept sucking until she felt his release inside her mouth. He moaned her name, which made Bonnie feel like she was coming herself. His body relaxed underneath her when she swallowed his seam and kissed her way up his body. He was still breathing heavily when she reached his face and kissed him deeply. His hands came up to cup both sides of her head, intensifying the kiss. Bonnie's mind was all over the place. She had just given her boyfriend the fist blowjob of her life. She had been wanting to do that for a while now but was always thinking too much, fearing that she might not be able to bring him pleasure but apparently all her fears were unfounded.

When they were finally done kissing Bonnie used her bold mood and whispered a 'happy birthday' against his lips which made Kai chuckle.

"Wow Ms. Bennett, I had no idea what talents were slumbering deep inside you. Why haven't you shown them a little earlier?" Kai asked while looking at her with complete devotion, stroking her hair while she was lying down on his body, drawing designs across his chest.

"Well Mr. Parker, there is still some secrets left to explore even for you." Bonnie grinned.

"I can't wait." Kai whispered and kissed her once more. There was not an ounce of arousal lost between them even though she had just given him his release. Soon after they started kissing again she felt his erection against her upper thigh and she was wet once more. Only the prospect of having him inside her was enough to make her body go crazy. Only he could force these reactions from her. Not only was she in love with this man but she was also purely and utterly attracted to him. A deadly combination.

"Now, let's make sure you'll get your fair share of pleasure, shall we?" Kai seductively whispered in her ear and gently bit down on it. He wanted to turn them around but Bonnie pushed him down inside the cushions, keeping him in place. This might be his birthday but she had just found her libido and wasn't about to give it back- at least not tonight. So she kissed him, nonverbally telling him to leave the command to her and rubbed her breasts teasingly over his chest with her ass lifted in the air.

Lucky for her, Kai seemed to be enjoying this other side of her very much and didn't make any more effort to take over the control. He reached up to her lifted ass and squeezed both cheeks. Bonnie reached down for his penis and arranged it so that she could take him in, then she straddled him. The sudden fullness she felt as she had taken his penis inside was such an amazing feeling. She had been waiting for it ever since they began their sexual game. She let her body adjust for a few seconds before she lifted her hips again and crashed it back down. And instant moan escaped both their mouths and the well-known feeling of pleasure rising inside her erupted her body. Auto-pilot took over and she started riding Kai in a quicker pace. Her mouth dropped open and her eyes closed while she quickly lifted and lowered her pelvis on his manhood. Kai's hands rested on her ass until they wandered to her hips and up her body to cup her beasts. He moved his hips in sync with hers.

The roughness of their actions was nothing new. They usually had different types of sex and they usually didn't change within the act itself. Sometimes they had gentle, sweet sex that felt so much like her heart would burst out of her chest from all the feelings that came with it. Sometimes they had lazy sex, usually in the mornings or when both of them were already pretty beat but still couldn't keep their hands off each other. And other times- most times- they had sexy, rough and pure sex, like right now. It was the most satisfying kind when it came to horniness and arousal but it was also nice because they usually finished it with a sweet make-out session or cuddling.

Right now, all Bonnie wanted was to climax. She felt it building inside her while she groaned Kai's name into the darkness of her room. She was close, she felt it but she also felt Kai being close. They only rarely had the problem of him finishing before her but tonight was one of those nights. But Kai was usually completely aware of the situation and quickly figured out a way to get her to her own release. And so, when Bonnie felt him ejaculate for the second time tonight inside her, he quickly turned them over so he was on top of her and pulled himself out. He only left Bonnie waiting for a second before he pushed his index and middle finger inside her core, giving her her well-deserved climax.

Now that she had her orgasm, she was breathing heavily into the darkness. Kai's fingers were still inside her while he was nibbling on her neck, his other hand massaging her left breast. Oh, how satisfied and happy she felt right in this moment. Satisfied, happy and tired.

"I'm sorry." Kai said against her neck, apologizing for leaving her wanting for a second.

"No need to apologize. You got me off good, didn't you?" she reassured him of her content, sleepily.

When Kai started moving his fingers inside her once more, her core clenched instinctively but she knew that there was no way for her to get through another session of untamed passion.

"Kai, I really don't think I can get through another round." she yawned.

Kai only shushed her but she felt how he withdrew his fingers from her core and instead gently massaged her vulva while sucking on her nipple. He knew that she like being touched that way after sex. It was a harsh contrast to what they had done before because it was only gentleness and the slow fading out of her high she had just experienced. But it was thoughtful of him and she appreciated it every time he did it.

Slowly, her eyes got heavier as she enjoyed the sensational feeling that the trace of his fingers left. It slowly made her fade away. Kai had ceased form her nipples and was now burring his nose in the crock of her neck, half lying on her half lying on the bed. Bonnie's hand was in his hair and she felt that his fingers got lazier too as he drifted off to sleep along with her. He finally stopped and wrapped his now free arm around her stomach, snuggling close to her. The feeling of pure happiness was the last thing Bonnie felt before sleep took her over.

Author's note: It's been a while. Shame on me, really. I was really struggling with this chapter and I am really not that satisfied with it. So please, forgive me for keeping you waiting and returning with this. I can't promise you that I'll update any quicker than this time because I am suffering from a major writers block but rest assured, this fiction is going to be continued eventually. Bonkai will never die in my heart (by the way, I am currently rewatching the sixth season of Vampire Diaries and I am always melting when Kai approaches. Gosh, they would have deserved so much better. Screw you, canon.) So, thank you for sticking around and for keeping the Bonkai flag swinging. Love each and every one of you, especially the ones encouraging me to keep writing by telling me that I haven't updated in a while. Please keep the reviews coming, they are such a motivation for me.