Chapter 50

Again, I don't own any of these characters

After a quick stop, Bailey found exactly what she was looking for, and had the last of Cody's birthday present finished. She returned home to find Cody sitting on the couch reading a book. He immediately looked up and smiled at her as she walked in. Bailey loved that smile and knew she would do whatever it took to put it on his face.

"How did it go at student health?"

Bailey shrugged. "They were backed up today. Seems there is a bug going around campus..."

Cody nodded. "I hope we don't get it...Those are never fun."

"I know...So, what have done all afternoon?"

Cody closed his book. "Honestly?"

"Yeah."

Cody smiled. "I've been sitting around here missing you."

Bailey sat down next to him. "Awww...I missed you too."

"Well, you're back so we can stop missing each other now..."

"Sounds good to me...What do you want to do tonight?"

Cody shrugged. "Doesn't matter to me..." Cody thought about saying maybe they should rest up for Saturday night in Hartford, but he knew Bailey was trying to make it a surprise. And no matter what, he was going to act surprised. "How about we cook dinner and watch a movie or something?"

Bailey smiled. "What movie did you have in mind?"

"Well...It has been a while since we've watched The Princess Bride..."

"I love that movie!"

"Sound like a plan then?"

"Definitely!"

So, that's how they spent the rest of Wednesday night. Thursday and Friday passes in similar fashions. Those two days, Bailey and Cassie were in constant contact making sure the last minute details were taken care of and that nothing would go wrong.

Saturday morning, Cody woke up and reached over for Bailey, but she wasn't there. He slipped out of bed and crept down the hall until he heard her voice. Cody quickly figured Bailey was talking to Porkers.

"Porkers, want to help me make breakfast in bed for Cody this morning?"

Cody heard a definite oink. He smiled and slipped back into the bedroom and back into bed. He just laid back into his pillow and closed his eyes. To make Bailey happy, he would feign sleep for a little while longer. Finally he heard the bedroom door open again. He ever so slightly opened one eye to watch what was happening. Bailey came into room holding a tray with food on it and set it on the dresser. She came back over and crawled into bed with him. Closing his eyes again, he felt gentle kisses on his cheek and throat. Cody decided it was time to wake up and he opened his eyes.

"Good morning, Beautiful..."

"Good morning, Handsome...Happy Birthday!"

Cody fake stretched. "Thanks, Bails...I must be getting old at the ripe old age of 19..."

Bailey just laughed and got up to get the tray of food.

"What's this? Breakfast in bed?"

"Uh huh...I hope you enjoy it..."

Cody took a bite and the eggs were delicious. He picked up another bite, but this time brought it up to Bailey's mouth. "You eat too..."

Bailey smiled and accepted the bite. "Mmmm...I'm getting better at cooking..."

Cody grinned at her. "You sure are. Keep this up, and you're going to make someone a fine wife someday..."

Bailey grinned back. "I know...I just have to find someone who will make a good husband..."

"Have anyone in mind?"

"Maybe..."

"Well, I'd like to formally apply...I promise I'd be the best husband I can be..."

Bailey leaned down and kissed him. "Okay...The job is yours..."

"Thank you for breakfast in bed, Bails. Its delicious..."

"I just wanted to cook for you for once..."

Cody smiled. "Anytime you want to, Sweetie..."

Bailey smiled back at him. "You ready for a day of birthday surprises?"

Cody tapped his chin in thought and then grinned. "A day of birthday surprises...Now, where have I heard of that before?"

Bailey grinned back at him. "Well, I've heard this story about a guy who loved his girlfriend so much that he set up a whole day of surprises for her with the final one being him proposing..."

"She must be a very special girl for him to do all of that..."

"Well, I know for a fact that she thinks he is very special too and wants to show him how much she loves him..."

"So, what does she have planned for him then?"

Bailey smiled. "I guess you'll just have to wait and see..."

Both finished the breakfast Bailey had made, and Cody coaxed her into joining him for their morning shower. About an hour later, when the hot water was beginning to run out, they finally had to get out. They both took their time in dressing for the day, and Bailey asked him if he was ready for his surprise. Cody could only smile as he nodded. Bailey just grabbed his hand and lead him out to the SUV and made him get in the passenger side. She climbed in the driver's side and turned to Cody.

"One last thing...Put this on."

Cody smiled at her. "A blindfold?"

"Yes. I don't want you to see where we are going until we get there."

Cody shrugged and put it on. Of course, Bailey made sure he couldn't see out of it. She began driving, and Cody was content to sit back and enjoy the ride. He never once asked where they were going but merely engaged her in regular conversation. After about an hour in the car, Bailey finally pulled the SUV to a stop. She looked around and saw Max and Tapeworm in one car. Scanning further, she saw Cassie pull into the parking lot with an equally blindfolded Zack followed by Woody and Addison in another car. Bailey got out of the SUV and helped Cody get out while Cassie was doing the same for Zack. They were standing in the parking lot surrounded by all of their friend when Bailey and Cassie pulled off the blindfolds. Immediately, everyone began singing Happy Birthday to them.

Both Zack and Cody looked around, and to their credit, both acted like they were surprised. All of their friends congratulated them on turning 19 and lead them back into the same place they usually met to hang up. This time, however, there was a backroom set aside for them that was already decorated. Everyone sat around and caught up with each other. Of course, one of the first questions was Zack asking his brother what he was doing in Phoenix. Cody and Bailey just shrugged and said they were there on their way to Lake Havasu. Zack wasn't buying that for a minute.

Eventually, everyone broke away to play some games and have some fun. It seems that one of the perks for the birthday boys was that they could play all they wanted on the house. Several hours later, everyone was back in the backroom having dinner. And once it was over, a cake with thirty-eight candles was brought out – nineteen for the each of them. After the cake was sliced and served, Bailey spoke up.

"Alright, I think it's time for gifts..."

Cassie turned to her cousin. "You're right..." She turned to Zack. "I know we're still saving, but I did get you a little something..."

Cody turned to his brother. "What are you two saving for?"

"We're saving so we can move into an apartment next year. We signed a lease last week, and we move in next August..." Zack smirked. "We'll expect you two to actually show up on time to help then..."

Cody laughed. "Alright..."

Cassie handed Zack an envelope and he opened it. Once he saw what it was, he smiled and turned to Cassie. "You've already pre-ordered me the new Madden when it comes out this summer...Thanks, Babe."

Cassie smiled. "This way, it won't interrupt with your studying for finals..."

"Hey! My grades are actually pretty good!"

"I know. I'm trying to keep them that way..."

Cody turned to his brother. "Bailey and I have a small gift for you as well..."

Zack unwrapped the gift and just stared at what was inside the box. He then turned to his brother. "You didn't..."

Cody and Bailey were both laughing by then. Cassie turned to Zack. "What is it?"

Zack showed her and Cassie blushed.

Cody smiled. "You thought we could use it, so we are just returning the favor..."

Zack grimaced. "Thanks...Bro...I guess we have our very own copy of the Kama Sutra now..."

With that revelation, everyone else at the table broke out in laughter too.

Bailey turned to Cody. "Your turn, Codykins..." She slid a big box in front of him.

Cody opened it and looked inside. "Thank you so much, Bails!"

"What is it, Broseph?"

"Its several MCAT prep guides along with several CD roms with practice questions and practice tests..." He leaned over and kissed Bailey. "I really appreciate this..."

Bailey smiled. "That's not all of it..." She handed Cody an envelope.

He opened it up and began to chuckle. "Thank you again, Sweetie..."

Zack looks at his brother. "What is it?"

Cody smiled. "Bailey signed us up for golf lessons..."

"Golf?"

Tapeworm laughs. "Let me know once you guys get decent and will hit the links..."

Zack is still confused. "When did you become a golfer?"

Cody laughed. "I'm not yet. But Tapeworm pointed out that as a doctor or a lawyer, I'm going to have to learn the game..."

Zack just nodded as Cody turned back to Bailey. "Thank you so much for a great birthday, Bails..."

Bailey just smiled at him. "You're welcome..."

The night carried on, and soon it was time for everyone to head back home. Back in New Haven, Cody again thanked Bailey for everything. She simply smiled and said the night wasn't over yet. She told Cody to go ahead and get in bed, and she would meet him there in a bit. Cody wasn't sure what she had planned, but he was positive he was going to love it. So, he slipped into bed in only his boxers.

Finally, Bailey walked into the door wearing another babydoll lingerie. This time, it was red and sheer, and it completely blew Cody's mind. She sauntered into the bedroom and closed the door behind her.

"What do you think?"

Cody just kept staring trying to get his tongue untwisted. Finally he spoke. "I think I must be the luckiest man in the world. I would tell you how beautiful and sexy you look, but I don't think I could find the words to fully express just how beautiful and sexy you look..."

Bailey smiled. "I think you just did..."

Cody smiled back at her. "Now, get over here...Let me worship you..."

"As long as I get to do the same..."

Bailey crawled into bed with Cody, and he immediately pulled her into a passionate kiss.

To be Continued...