As he was getting ready, Will thought over how this was going to happen. His mind wandered into different thoughts, distracting him from what he was doing. He took his time getting everything right; making it one of the best dates.
They've had many dates before when they were boyfriends. But even though they're married, it still feels like the first time. The first time sharing kisses, the first time in each other's arms. And each day their love is gets stronger.
Will smiled when he saw Sonny coming in from his jog. He took that as an advantage and unbuttoned a few buttons on his shirt and leaned against the wall waiting with a heavy smile. When Sonny came in, he looked flushed. He was hoping that Will would be waiting for him. His hopes were high and saw him standing there waiting.
"Were you waiting long?"
"Nope. And besides, I love waiting for you." He walked closer to Sonny and apparently he had the same thing on his mind.
"I love this couch."
"I do too. But it's time to get up." Will grinned and got up. It was nearly almost time when Will looked at the time on his phone. Well, there was just a little over an hour, but he wanted to get there early.
"Do we have to?"
"I told you. I planned out a surprise. And I can't cancel it. It took me a long time to do this right."
"I'm sorry Will. You didn't have to do that."
"Yes I did. I wanted to."
"Well then, I guess that's the price I get for marrying the most amazing guy in the world."
"Exactly." He smiled. He grabbed the blanket and his clothes and walked off. Will turned to look back at Sonny to see that he wasn't following him.
"You coming?" He said teasingly.
"I would. But you took my clothes with yours and the blanket." Will smiled big and wiggled his eyebrows at him and walked off. Just as Sonny was about to go after Will, he saw that Will must have left his boxers on the floor. He put them on and ran after Will up the stairs.
"You ready?" Sonny came out looking amazing as always.
"Ready as I'll ever be babe."
"Okay. Let's go." Will took Sonny's hand in his and they left.
It's amazing how you find yourself staring at the man you love and can't believe you both made it this far. And it's amazing how minds can wander from dreams and wishes and making them a part of reality.
And the importance of sharing a dream or a thought between each other. That all has become a special routine for them; sharing the utmost and amazing love that they have between each other. Sonny knew that in his heart, he wouldn't trade a single moment - memory of him and Will together.
They walked into the restaurant with Will leading the way to the table that he reserved at the end. He didn't mind if people stared or not, he just wanted it to be special. Will reached out for the rose that was on the table. Before they sat down he gave Sonny the rose.
"One of the reasons why I love you so much is your smile. Whether if it's the morning or afternoon, or whatever time of day, I love seeing you smile. It takes away my worries. And makes me feel better." Will finished.
"Wow." A small tear escapes Sonny. He took the rose and gently kissed Will before he sat down.
"You know you didn't have to do this."
"I know. But I wanted to. You have done so much for me. I'm only returning the favour." Sonny's hand found Will's on the table and entwined their fingers together.
Dinner that evening went great. It was unexpected and Sonny was more than happy. Will pulled out another rose from inside his jacket pocket
"Will..." Sonny protested but he wasn't listening.
"Another reason why I love you so much is your laugh and your voice. Hearing you laugh, it makes me feel better. And hearing your voice next to me, tells me how lucky I am. And it makes me so happy."
"Will, you have to know that there is no one that makes me happier than you do." Sonny smiled and Will smiled back. They left a generous tip before leaving. After dinner, the evening progressed into something more. As they drove back home, Sonny found a rose between their seats.
"What's the reason for this one?"
"That one would be because of your good looks and charm. After all these years, it still gets me every time."
"Really?" Sonny smirked.
"Oh yeah." They both laughed. They finally got home and walked into a candle lit house with music playing in the background. They were both stunned at how everything was set up.
"I think mom went over the top."
"You told her?"
"I didn't tell her too much. I just told her to make it look a little romantic that's all."
"A little?! I guess I bargained for more than I thought being with you."
"Yes you did. Oh, this one is because you are the most amazing person in the world. As a best friend and partner." Will said coming up from behind him. Sonny took the rose with the other ones in his hand.
They walked into the living room and there was two roses on the coffee table. Sonny sat down and relaxed and watched Will take one of them.
"This one is because your friendship means the world to me. And this one, because your love means the world to me." Sonny leaned closer and wrapped his arms around him.
"You mean the world to me." Sonny whispered. Will then led them into the kitchen and grabbed the one on the table.
"This one is because you make the best food."
"I wouldn't say the best." Sonny laughed.
"Well, you still lack in a few areas." Sonny playfully swatted his arms.
"I'm kidding. But you have won me over with your amazing skills. And I love that about you." Sonny held him close as they went upstairs. That was when Sonny nearly fell down on his knees and cried.
"Will, I..."
"Shh. I'm almost done." They walked into Arianna and JR's room where he held up two roses, each one on their beds.
"You have put up with me for so long, and I still can't believe that you're with me. Of all the mistakes I have done you still forgive me. That's what I love about you. No matter what I have done wrong, or the fights that we sometimes have, you always forgive me. We have two amazing kids that I love deeply with all my heart. We did that. We gave each other a family that I will be ever grateful for."
Then they walked into their bedroom. A beautiful setting that went beyond each of their imagination. Sonny stopped in the middle of the room and Will grabbed the rest of the roses. Giving a reason to Sonny why he loved him so much.
"The reason for all this is because I wanted to. Sonny, I have more than thirteen reasons why I love you so much. And I wanted to express some of them with a rose. But the rest, is different.
You have been patient with me and with my coming out. You have given me the best friendship ever. And I know that if I lost you, I don't know what I would do without you. And I don't want to find out. I love the way you love me, and I love how you put up with me. I love you so much."
"I love you more than anything else in the world Will. More than you can you ever imagine." Before Will could say anymore, Sonny's lips were on his. They fell on top of the rose petal covered bed and forgot about everything else.