The night you and Xavier waltzed into Moonfall Bay’s plaza, hand in hand, a light dance party was underway. Xavier vaguely remembered an old tradition from his hometown where boys would ask girls to dance at birthday celebrations, though he had never danced with anyone before.

But tonight, he danced with you.

It was a busy day filled with memorable escapades as Xavier embarked on the surprise birthday adventure you had planned. First, Philo, Jeremiah's flower shop that you decorated with mementos, where you surprised him with a homemade cake and a bouquet symbolizing the milestones of your relationship. A gift for the Xavier of past, present, and future.

From planting flowers in the flower field to revisiting the mountainside post office, which had reopened after being closed for years, Xavier didn’t expect you to surprise him with the letter you wrote to his past self. Years ago, he had written a letter in the same post office in Moonfall Bay, making up an address with no recipient in mind, but he didn’t expect that you would one day live at that address and receive his letter.

“I…”

The crowd’s cheers filled the plaza, drowning out Xavier’s confession almost incomprehensible. Suddenly, he lifted you in his arms to indulge in your warm embrace. Xavier chuckled lightly, his brows furrowed, and his ears flushed red as he responded to your remark about celebrating his birthday together next year.

"Of course. But...is that it?"

As his gaze trailed down to your lips, he silently wished there was another surprise gift to end the night. But seeing your clueless expression, he knew that he couldn't resist the temptation anymore. Xavier leaned in and finally gave in to his desires, sealing the night with a memorable kiss.

"After this, let's spend every year together."