The Billionaire's Daughter novel Chapter 7

I woke up from the incessant ringing of my cellphone and land line phone.

How Franco managed to make both phone lines ring was beyond me.

I chose to answer the cellphone since that was where his handsome face was flashing on the screen.

“Yeah? So early. . .”

“Wake up sleepy head! It’s five am! Get up and get ready! We have a long day today.”

“Aaaarrggghhh! Five am?! Really? Do you realize that all people are still asleep at five am!”

“Do you want me to remind you and sing happy birthday again? Come on get up. I have the entire day planned.”

“Fine!”

I tried to sleep again but I forgot he was still on the line. And he blew some kind of horn. The one used during new year.

“Alright alright! I’m getting up! Geez! So annoying!”

I was just whispering but I guess he heard since he was laughing at the other end of the line.

“Ill call you in an hour when I’m already at the bus stop. I changed my mind, you can bring your guards and driver with you. I don’t want you to get into trouble on your birthday.”

“Owwkaaay. . .” I was yawning when I answered him.

“You’re too cute for your own good. Now go shower birthday girl!”

“Yaah.”

At exactly six am we arrived at the bus stop. It was just four blocks away from our house and we found Franco waiting with two huge baskets and a large backpack.

I wonder what’s on those.

I got off the car to greet him but he just ignored me and whispered something to the driver and to the bodyguard. Since it was my birthday, they allowed me to bring only one guard today.

When he finally turned to me, he hugged me tightly and kissed my forehead.

“Happy Birthday Saphira!”

I felt lightheaded from his gesture but I just tried to ignore it. I guess I was short on sleep.

“Thank you.”

“Come on get in.”

He reopened the backseat of the SUV we were using and assisted me to get inside before getting in himself.

One thing I always admire about Franco is his chivalry. He is the perfect gentleman.

“What’s wrong? Why are you looking at me weirdly?”

“No I’m not! I’m just wondering where we are going at six am?”

“So impatient! Just wait and see.”

We travelled for almost thirty minutes before reaching an old park. I can’t read the signs as it was all worn out.

The car parked and Franco got off. He took all the things he brought and led me out of the car.

“It will just be a short walk.”

I tried to help him with the bags and baskets but he wouldn’t budge.

“I can do this. You are my guest and I will make everything special. How can I make this day special if I’ll let you carry the surprise.”

“Such a drama queen for a handsome guy.” I whispered, amused by him and his efforts in making sure I remember that the day is special.

“I heard that and yes, I am handsome, no need to mention it each and every time. Thank you. Come on m’lady please follow me.”

He actually winked when he said that. I just smiled in agreement and followed him.

The walk in the park was actually calming and serene. There were a lot of trees and flourished green grass. It was nice to be with nature. I was happy but nothing could have prepared me for what he had in store.