You wake up to the smell of something delicious wafting from the kitchen. Entering the kitchen, you find Theo surrounded by numerous dishes and bowls, busy at work.

"Theo?" you call out.

He turns to you, a smile lighting up his face. "Cara mia, what are you doing out of bed already?" "I heard the pots and pans clanging," you giggle.

He sighs dramatically, shaking his head with a grin. "You've ruined my surprise for you."

Before you can respond, he places a delicious stack of pancakes in front of you. "I was going to surprise you with breakfast in bed."

"Aww, Theo," you say, touched by his effort. He blushes slightly, looking away for a moment. "Happy birthday, Victoria," he says softly, making your heart melt.

"Thank you. This is so sweet!" you reply.

"And, I have a full day planned for us."

"Oh, really? No shenanigans with Mattheo?" you tease.

Theo chuckles, shaking his head. "No, he'll be plenty busy with Kelly today."

You go to cut into the pancakes, but Theo gently stops you. "Wait, I forgot the whipped cream." He shakes the can and tops your pancakes with a generous amount of whipped cream. As he finishes, you look at him mischievously.

"Is that just for the pancakes, or can it be used to top something else?" you ask as you lick some of it off your finger.*

Theo's eyes darken with desire. "Cara mia, it can be used for whatever or whoever you like." You bite your lip. "I might take you up on that."

Theo leans in, his lips brushing against your ear. "I look forward to it."