Love At First Hate (Love At Firsts Book 2)(72)

Matt was in for a treat this morning. After I woke him up sucking him off, we went for breakfast at his favorite breakfast spot, and we’ve been to the lake for a picnic. We then came back home and had some more fun involving a lot of sucking, a lot of licking—cake and f*cking. It was an afternoon well spent, and considering the permanent smile on Matt’s face, I’d say it was good for him too.

It’s impossible to get a party ready for Matt without him figuring out what we’re doing. He’s good with knowing when we’re up to something, so we’re just going to dinner with Spencer and Haven. Or so he thinks.

His family and our friends are all going to be at the Vault. We just wanted to throw him off just because he’s tried to ruin our plans so many times. Valentine closed off the top level of the club just for Matt’s friends and family. Hopefully, he’ll enjoy it.

We’re just about to get to Panzano. It’s our favorite spot, and it’ll bring back memories of our first date.

“I can’t believe it was just five months ago since you asked me on a date through that app,” Matt chuckles.

“I know. I still can’t believe I did it.”

“Nor me. It was funny and touching when you messaged me, and I noticed it was you.” He smiles fondly as I park in the street.

“Did you really know straightaway it was me?” I pout.

“Yeah, your chest tats gave you away.” He sniggers.

“Damnit. And here I thought I was being subtle.”

“Sorry, love. You were anything but subtle. I did find it very touching that you went through the trouble of making an account for that app and looking me up. That’s what started it all. I mean, we were really close before that already, but that’s the step that made me know you wanted me as much as I wanted you.”

“You wanted me, huh?”

“Yeah, since the first time I saw you even though you were a cocky, annoying bastard back then,” he scoffs.

“Charming.”

“Admit it, we hated each other when we first met.”

“I have to agree with you. It was love at first hate.” I chuckle.

“That’s actually kinda perfect for us. We’ve come a long way, and I couldn’t be any happier that I’m celebrating my birthday with you tonight. You’ve made this day absolutely perfect. I can’t thank you enough.”

“You did, twice already.” I smirk, and we walk into the restaurant and are brought to Spencer and Haven’s table.

“So did you.” He smirks at me.

“What did he do?” Haven asks, curious as always.

“Made me come twice.”

“Oh god, why did I even ask?” she groans.

“You should have known it would be something sexual,” Spencer chimes in.

“Yeah, knowing these two, I should have known. Happy birthday, love.” She kisses Matt’s cheek.

“Thank you, gorgeous.” Matt smiles.

“Happy birthday, man,” Spencer says and pulls Matt in for a hug. At one point, I’d have been jealous, but we’re past that point now. I hug our friends, and we sit down. Spencer next to Haven and Matt next to me. Matt and I have our backs to the door so we don’t see who comes in, but judging by the look on Haven’s face, whoever came in is bad news.

“What’s wrong, Haven?” Matt asks her.

“Uh, I think your brother is here, Nate.” She points past us, and I turn around only to see Frank and Olivia walk toward us.

“Good evening, Nate,” Olivia greets me and hugs me.

“Good evening. What are you two doing here? Got lost and saw some light?” I chuckle hugging my brother.

“We visited a house in the neighborhood, and we decided to try the food that’s offered around here before making our decision,” Frank jokes.

“Not staying in daddy dearest’s house?”

“No, we want a fresh start from all that mess,” Olivia says, smiling at everybody.

“Oh sorry, this is Frank, my brother and his fiancée, Olivia. This is Spencer, Haven, and Matt.”

“Actually, wife since last week,” Frank says proudly.

“Really? Congrats to you two.” I smile, happy for them.

“Thank you. We’d have invited you, but we just eloped to Bora Bora and got hitched there. We wanted it to be just us. We’ll have a party next month. You’re all invited,” Frank says to the table.

“Congrats and thank you,” Spencer says shaking Frank’s hand.

“No worries. You’re the infamous Matt?” he asks Matt.

“I guess so, what have I done?” he grins sheepishly.

“Making my brother happy is the only thing I have in mind right now.”

“I try my best.”

“By the looks of it, you don’t have to try really hard. I’m happy for you two. You deserve to be happy.” Frank claps my shoulder.

“Thank you, it’s very much appreciated,” Matt says smiling genuinely.

“Especially coming from me and the family I’m a part of. I know.” Frank chuckles.

“Didn’t want to say it, but…” Matt says tentatively.

“It’s all good. It’s all behind us now. Are you celebrating something?” Frank points at the bottle of champagne the waitress just brought us.