Hey guys, here is a new chapter. hope you enjoy it.

next chapter will have VERY MATURE content so be warned and skip if you don't want to read it.

-Skai3

Chapter 13: Alex's birthday

(Photograph by Ed Sheeran went off on Alex's phone around 6:30 am)

ALEX: "Ello..." Alex answered without looking at the caller.

PIPER: "Good morning birthday girl. I'm sorry to wake you up but I wanted to be the first one to wish you a happy birthday." Piper said through the speaker.

ALEX: "morning Pipes, thanks for the wishes and its okay, hearing your voice first thing in the morning makes my day. You are the first one to wish me a happy birthday."

PIPER: "yay, I did it. Okay let me not disturb your beauty sleep even though you are already beautiful baby. I will talk to you later." Piper said in a child like squeal which made Alex chuckle.

ALEX: "goodbye Pipes. Take care"

Alex hung up and decided to wake up and make herself some coffee because she knew that people would start calling her anyway. As the coffee was brewing she decided to relax on the couch with a book in hand but not long enough the was a knock at her door.

"Who could it be this early morning? I mean Nicky has the key and you have to bribe her to get her out of bet this early in the morning." Alex thought as she went to open the door. To her surprise…

"Good morning Mam, I have a delivery for Miss Alex Vause. Please sign here and here"

"Wait I didn't order anything" Alex said in a confused tone.

"We were told to deliver to this address, aren't you Miss Alex Vause?"

"I am…"

"Then please sign so we could install this and go. We have other deliveries."

Alex signed but still confused. The guy came back with three of his colleagues carrying two large and two small boxes. They came into her apartment and unwrapped the boxes revealing one 74 and 52 cm televisions. They installed the 74 cm one in the sitting/lounge area and the 52 cm one in her bedroom with decoders and wi-fi routers. They gave her an envelope and left.

She opened it and found a letter and when she saw the handwriting, she knew whom it was from. She teared it open and red the letter.

Hey Al,

Happy birthday baby!

I hope you enjoy the gift I bought you. Now you can connect to Netflix and you can connect your laptop when you are doing your online learning because the screen is big so you will not hurt your eyes too much by squinting in front of a tiny laptop screen. You can also research more about businesses babe.

I just want you to know that I want your dreams to come true, even if you decide to stay in New Jersey it does not necessarily mean it will not happen. I was serious when I said I do not mind relocating there and I do not mind doing it all for you but I know you will want to work which is why I offered the job with flexible hours. Inside the small box, there is an external drive with tutorials on how to start your own business that I had downloaded for you.

I hope you have a wonderful day and end it with a smile adorning your face because you deserve it. You deserve the world even Baby.

Your Piper XOXO

Alex finished the letter with tears in her eyes. Her heart was swelling with so much love. She does not even know what she did to deserve such a beautiful and kind soul as Piper. She decided to call Piper but it went straight to voicemail and she thought Piper was probably in a meeting.

Alex's Phone rang and it was her mother

ALEX: hey mom. Good morning
DIANE: good morning Ally cat. Happy birthday my baby. I am grateful that you are my daughter. I love you so much Ally cat, always remember that okay?
ALEX: I love you too mom and I am glad you are my mom too
DIANE: so what are you going to do for your birthday Ally cat?
ALEX: I do not know mom. I will probably just hangout with my friends for a while at the bar four blocks away from work

DIANE: okay baby girl. Whatever you do be safe and call me tomorrow. Say high to everyone for me

ALEX: Will do mom. I love you. Take care.

DIANE: you too baby. Good-bye now.

ALEX: bye mom.

Alex decided to check out what Piper had gotten her to study for her business course. She was so immersed in the programme that she did not even hear Nicky barge in her apartment. Nicky went to the fridge, got a beer, and went on to sit down on the one sit couch.

"Damn Vause you got yourself a new TV, when did this happen"

"Fucking shit Nicky you scared the hell out of me. I nearly pissed my pants." Alex jumped from her seat and she felt her heart beating rapidly out of her chest. Nicky just laughed so hard that she spit the beer in her mouth

"Damn that was so funny. You should have seen your face Vause. You look like a ghost"

Alex threw her cushion at her crazy-haired friend.

"Anyway Vause, I was asking about the TV before you disturbed me with your screaming as if you seen a ghost whilst you look like a ghost yourself"

"Yeah well I don't have to answer you, you crazy animal. How is Simba your uncle anyway?"

"Nice one Vause, THE LION KING is my favourite movie. Now where did you get it?"

"It was a birthday present, arrived this morning from Piper."

"Damn why didn't I get chapman first?"

"Because you would've scared her with your crazy hair. And it's not like you need any of these" Alex said while changing the channel to something Nicky will also enjoy to watch. Cartoons

"You see now Vause we're talking."

"You know if people knew that you love to watch cartoons whilst you act so badass they would never take you so serious." Alex said with a mocking tone, emphasising the word.

"Shut up Vause you know you love watching them too" Alex did not have a say because she too did enjoy certain cartoons like Phineas and Ferb and Regular Show.

"Where did you get a beer so early in the morning anyways?"

"From the fridge"

"Fuck Nicky that was my last one."

"Yeah I saw." Nicky said like there was nothing wrong with what she just said.

"Happy birthday by the way"

"Yeah thanks" Nicky and Alex, agreed a long time ago that buying each other gifts was not for them. They planned to just drink and they buy each other drinks. Nicky stayed for an hour and left to go meet Lorna for breakfast.

…

"Okay guys you have to make sure that everything is in good order. She will be here in an hour's time." Red said while supervising the decorations and food. Alex's band was hired to come play for her. Red's diner was closed for the public, only Alex's friends and colleagues were there.

"Red were should we put this?" Poussey asked as they carried the table for Alex to sit at with those close to her while the others will be in the booth.

"Right by the stage, so it could be closer to the band"

Everything was in good order and the band arrived thirty minutes earlier before Alex had to be at work. They had a set of clothes for Alex to change into for the party because they knew she would only be in her uniform and maybe bring a pair of jeans and a tank top for the bar.

"Okay guys take your places she is coming. Take your places and switch off the lights"

Coldplay was playing a soft instrumental happy birthday sound in the dark as Alex got in.

"Why is it so dark? This is weird. Hello?" Alex said as she got in from the back. She came to check up-front and…

"SURPRISE" everyone shouted while Taystee switched on the lights and everyone came out of their hiding spots.

"Shit. Oh, man this is the second time I got scared in one day. My heart can't handle it." Alex said with a hand on her heart and she had not noticed the band yet. When she did, her eyes went wide.

"Oh my goodness. Somebody please pinch me. Am I dreaming? That's Coldplay right there," Alex said approaching them attentively.

"Happy birthday Alex," the band said and Alex thought she was going to die right there and then. She could not believe her eyes.

"Who did this? Thank you guys so much and I can't believe that you actually closed your diner for me Red."

"Yeah well it's not my idea and I still get money so it's a win-win," Red said in a thick Russian accent.

"Who did…?" As Alex was about to ask something she saw someone sitting by a booth in the corner.

"Oh my word, MOM. How did you get here? I cannot believe this. I talked to you this morning"

"Hey Alley cat. How about you go change into the set of clothes in your locker before we could answer your questions." Diane said after hugging her baby girl and Alex was tearing up. She was rooted on the spot until Nicky dragged her to the lockers and left her there before she could ask her anything.

Alex came back wearing a long nightgown, which was a pale peach in colour and strapless. The breast cups had rhinestones that matched her shoes. The shoes where not too high and she wore her hair on one side. She put on a light makeup.

She looked like a goddess and when she came back, everyone went quiet. She walked slowly and was shocked to say the least.

"Piper! Is that really you?" Alex asked in a soft voice, afraid that if it were a dream Piper would disappear.

"Hey Al, yeah it's me baby. You are not dreaming. You look..." before Piper, old finish her sentence, Ale ran into her arms and hugged her tightly and she did not mind at all. She wrapped her arms tightly around Alex and reciprocated the hug. They both were crying softly into each other's shoulders.

"Oh my word I cant believe you are really here" Alex rested her forehead against Piper's.

"Believe it Al, I wasn't going to miss your birthday" Alex pulled Piper in a searing kiss. They kissed so softly, as if to remind each other how the other one tasted. Alex was lost in the kiss and was about to deepen it but Piper pulled away softly.

"Babe everyone is still here, we will continue later" Alex's mind seemed to come back but she never let go of Piper.

"Did you do all this?" Alex asked softly. Everyone decided to give them space because they knew how miserable they were apart.

"Yes I did Al but I got a lot of help from your friends and Polly. I want the best for you." Piper said while reaching p to dry Alex's eyes with her thump.

"Come let me introduce you to my mom" Alex held onto Piper's hand and led her to Diane.

"Mom, I would like you to meet Piper, my girlfriend. Piper this is my mom Diane." Piper extended her hand of which Diane ignored and pulled her into a hug.

"Hi Piper, it's nice to finally meet you"

"It's nice to finally meet you too Miss Vause, I have heard a lot about you" Piper said politely.

"Please call me Diane, Miss Vause makes me feel old. Thanks for doing all this for my Ally cat and getting me here dear, I would've missed it if it weren't for you." Diane said with a smile.

"The pleasure is all mine Diane, I just want to see Alex happy," Piper said shyly while looking at Alex. Diane could se that they really love each other and that they make good couple

"Thanks Pipes" Alex said with her voice thick of emotions.

"Let me leave you too lovebirds to yourself. I want to talk to my other baby girl and meet her girlfriend that tied her down. I have to thank that Lorna girl too," Diane said as she was leaving the two.

"You look really beautiful Al"

"You do too Pipes. You look so amazing it should be illegal," Alex said as she put her hands around Piper's waist and pulled her close so they could softly sway to the music.

Piper was wearing a black nightgown too. It was long, lacy with sparkles that shown with the reflection of light. The straps made a V-shape in front and tied behind her neck. They complemented each other with Alex.

They all danced and ate before Alex gave a speech. She never let go of Piper's hand.

Good evening everyone

First, I would like to thank everyone who is present and made this day happen. I am a bit overwhelmed with all you have done for me. I love you guys. Moreover, I cannot believe Coldplay is playing on MY BIRTHDAY, how cool is that. I love you guys.

I would like to thank my mom, Diane for giving birth to me and making me the woman, I am today. Words cannot describe how grateful I am.

Red thank you for picking me up and giving me a job. You became my second mother in a foreign place where I knew no one, except for Nicky.

Moreover, Nicky, you sneaky bitch. You have been with me through thick and thin. You always supported me and lent me a hand whenever I needed it. You are like a sister I never had. We do not say this much but I love you.

Taystee and Poussey, you guys became my family too and were always there for me. I am grateful for your friendship.

Last but not least Piper. Babe you came into my life under terrible circumstances but I am glad I got the chance to meet you. You have given me more than I could ever ask for. You are what or who I always thought I needed but more. You are a wonderful person, both inside and out. You have taught me a lot about life and opening up to opportunities and taking risks. You make me believe there is still good people in this world.

(Alex turned and faced Piper with tears streaming down her face softly and a smile adorning her face, radiating happiness and love)

I do not see my life in the future without you in it Pipes. You occupy my every thought and you are like a drug of which I would gladly be addicted to forever.

"I love you Piper"

Alex finished her speech and felt like a load had been lifted off her shoulders after she said those words.

"I love you too Alex"

Then everything was just background. They were the only ones in the world and time seemed to have stopped.

They kissed softly, relaying all the love they are feeling into the kiss. Piper thought she saw stars while Alex felt like she was floating. They pulled apart and opened their eyes.

"I would like to thank everyone who was able to make this day a success. I am glad to see that Alex has such good friends. Unfortunately, Alex and I have to go but I hope to have dinner with you guys. Especially you Diane. Thank you for your wonderful daughter." Piper said as she led Alex to say her final goodbyes.

"Where are we going Pipes?" Alex asked curiously but also excited about the surprise ahead. She loved surprises but would never admit to anyone.

"If I tell you it won't be a surprise anymore now will it?" Piper said with a smirk

"You are not fair Pipes," Alex said in a whiny tone with a pout on her face and Piper kissed it away.

"Piper, once again thank you for everything. Please take good care of my Ally cat. Al baby girl you take good care of Piper too. You guys be safe and don't forget to come visit me sometime for dinner." Diane said as she hugged them both and whispered to Alex softly 'she is a keeper. I like her'. They just smiled at each other and nodded. Everyone said his or her goodbyes and the duo left.

They have been driving for over forty minutes now and Alex was anxious to know where they were going.

She thought they were just going to a restaurant then go back to her apartment. They had changed into comfortable clothes, which even confused Alex more.

"I love you. I will never get tired of saying it."

"I love you too Pipes. I will never get tired of hearing and saying it too."

"And to think I nearly slipped this one time but I thought it was too soon."

"I remember that day clearly. I thought my mind was playing games with me because I had been dying to say those words too but thought it was too soon" they both chuckled. After fifteen minutes, they arrived at the first destination.

"Are we at the airport?" Alex asked while peeking through the car window.

"Yes we are Al. we are going to celebrate your birthday were you have always wanted to go to. Now that's your clue"

"But this airport looks different Pipes. And I want to visit a lot of places Pipes so your clue is not helping al all"

"That's because we are on the private site of the airport. We are taking my jet," Piper said as she led Alex out of the car and into the airport.

"Oh my word, I didn't know you had a private jet. Pipes I did not bring any set of clothes to change into." Alex said with a worried look on her face.

"No worries babe, everything is under control okay. Just relax and let me take care of you." Piper brushed her hand over Alex's side of her face and kissed her softly.

The good thing about having your own jet is that the final destination can be a secret until you get there. They got comfortable to take their …. Long trip.

They cuddled and made out on the comfortable couch seats. Piper was tired from all the planning and she also woke up early so she decided to take a nap.

Alex was anxious to know where they were going so the butterflies in her tummy did not help one bit, so she decide to read her book on her tablet.

Alex could not focus, so she rested Piper softly on the cushion and went to the bathroom. She saw the flight attendant and decided to try her luck and ask where they were going.

"I am sorry Miss but I cannot tell you that. We were instructed not to say until we get there. I hope you enjoy the flight and should you need anything please let me know" he smiled politely and left to attend to her duties.

"Very clever Pipes" Alex said to no one in particular. Alex finally fell asleep after a few hours because she was tired.

They both woke up because they had to fasten their seatbelts as the jet was about to land.

…END OF CHAPTER…