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Slowly, the sun raised, the sky brightened. Lights filtering in through almost drawn curtains. The change in lighting caused the white haired figure to stir, yawning softly as he shifted in bed, and in their lovers embraces.

Their eyes began to open and gaze across the room, smiling as he noticed his two partners laying close beside them. Very very carefully, they got out of the tangled mess of limbs, kissing both Elliot and Don’s foreheads before heading to the bathroom. They had made sure the two were off and completely free for the day as it had been a special occasion. The one month mark of the three being together.

Of course, Elliot and Don had been going strong for about three years, with Chance being a late add-on to the relationship, but that just made the day even more special. He had managed to work alongside the already built and strong relationship the two had made, leading each person to grow in significant ways within that month. It was definitely something to celebrate. And celebrate they would.

Brushing their hair, their teeth, getting dressed in his special red and white attire, they were ready to make the day perfect.

Once fully ready, Chance quietly made his way to the kitchen, of course he didn’t normally cook breakfast. Elliot or Don would typically do that, but today was their turn. Making a full arrangement of foods, pancakes, french toast, sunny side up eggs, caramelized bacon, and hashbrowns. He knew for drinks both himself and Don would opt for coffee, but for Elliot he made a special blended smoothie of his favorite fruits. Once each food was properly plated, drinks were set out and dining arrangements were ready, the last thing to do was… wake them both up.

That was the most difficult task, Don did not wake up easily and Elliot typically slept in late on his days off. They’d have to forgive Chance, the food and rest of the day would be more than plenty to earn their forgiveness. With that being said, Chance opened the curtains and spoke.

“Wakey wakey eggs and bacey. Rise and shine you two!~ I made breakfast.”

That earned tired groans from both sleeping men, shuffling to pull the covers over their heads. To which Chance shook his head as he walked over to the bed, taking the covers back down.

“Come on you two, I made breakfast, y’alls favorite foooodsss.”

Chance smiled, giving both his partners a gentle kiss to the forehead, hoping it might be enough to motivate them awake. Luckily for him, it did. Don stole a quick kiss from Chance before they could move away, causing the gambler’s face to gain a reddish hue.

Elliot sighed, being the first of the two to move from laying in bed. He stood up and stretched out his back, yawning softly. Don followed shortly after, now looming over Chance.

“Breakfast best be good, otherwise we’re both owed more sleep.”

“Agreed.”

“Don’t worry! It is, I swear! I know I’m a risk taker but, messing with y’alls sleep is one risk I won’t take.” Chance chuckled, rubbing the back of his neck as he walked toward the doorway. “Just come out when y’all are ready, everything is all set up!”

He waited until both Elliot and Don had given him some type of response before walking back to the dining room. Sitting at his usual spot at the table, they patiently waited until his two, much more awake, partners had gotten themselves ready for the delicious breakfast Chance had prepared. The duo being rather impressed by the spread their loving gambler had provided.

“Wow, it looks really good dusty, I’m surprised you didn’t burn anything.” Elliot hummed, looking over the food as he sat down beside Chance.

“Yes, mi moneta, you did very well, very impressed.” Don slid into the remaining seat next to Chance, leaning over for a moment to press a soft kiss to the gambler’s forehead. The gentle action earned a small hum, leaning into the touch before focusing back on breakfast.

The three ate with a comfortable silence filling the room. Elliot focusing on the pancakes with a small bit of the eggs & bacon, Don enjoying the french toast, with Chance heavily focusing on the eggs and hashbrowns. It was nice. It was peaceful.

After around thirty to forty minutes later, the trio had finished eating and cleaning up the kitchen. Now all's to do is for Chance to wait until his two still semi-asleep lovers got ready for the activities he had planned.

It didn’t take all too long, both being able to get ready relatively fast. Chance sat waiting patiently in the living room, checking over the tickets with a hum. They had time to get there. Plenty of time, even time to stop by a flower shop to get… matching flowers. Perfect. The gambler did feel his outfit was missing something, flowers to match both his partners would be the finishing touch.

Soon enough, Don and Elliot walked over, Chance standing up and straightening out his suit.

“All ready to go, my loves?”

“Yes, mi moneta, ready to see whatever you have planned today.” The mafia boss spoke calmly, a soft curve to his lips as he looked toward Chance. Suddenly, Elliot walked up behind the gambler, wrapping his arms around their waist and resting his head on their shoulders. To say they were caught off guard was an understatement but that didn’t stop him from relaxing into the pizza boy’s hold.

“Good, because I have plenty for us to enjoy. I was thinking we could walk, it’s nice out and it’s not that far away.”

“That sounds good to me.” Elliot’s voice came muffled from being slightly hidden in Chance’s shoulder.

“For us to leave though… you do need to move your head from my shoulder Ells.”

That earned a quiet grumble from Elliot who reluctantly moved away, not before giving the gambler’s neck a quick kiss, a smirk plastered on his face.”Oh yeah, bet you feel so slick from that singular kiss, huh?”

“Oh maybe just a little bit, take it as a partial thank you for breakfast and planning today.”

“Well, it’s appreciated my dear, but the day is far from done so, just hold that for later.” Chance shook his head, a grin spreading on their face as they looked toward their blonde lover.

“Fine, fine, I guess I can.”

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After a while of walking, the trio came to a stop outside a quaint flower shop. Vines and hanging flower baskets lined the entrance with intricately detailed chimes that sang a beautiful melody with the wind. To say it was a comforting sight was an understatement.

Chance was the first to walk inside, going straight to the counter and asking for a specific arrangement of flowers. Three sets of a pocket corsage, the flowers including a blue rose, red snapdragon, and pink lily. Once they had paid and of course left a fine tip, he walked back to his lovers, holding out a corsage to each of them.

“To finish our outfits, my dears.” With a small bow and a soft grin, he placed a corsage in each of their pockets. One for Elliot, Mafioso and himself.

“Oh dusty, I love it- thank you.”

“I must say, they are beautiful and the perfect addition, thank you Coniglio.”

“Of course, anything and everything for the lights of my life.” Chance winked before taking one of each of their hands and walking out, heading straight for the theater now.

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Hand in hand, the lovers had made it to their first true destination, the movie theater. Much to Elliot’s surprise, Chance had rented out one of the theaters in order for them to have a prime watching experience as they watched all four of the How to Train your Dragon series.

It was a perfect experience, especially for Elliot. He was an avid How to Train your Dragon nerd, so he was excited. That was where most of their day was allocated but it was enjoyable.

Elliot got to rewatch his favorite series in theaters with his favorite people and the other two got to see the joy brighten the service workers' faces.

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After a lot of dragon related talk, they left the theater, now heading to their next destination.

Hotpot.

Chance knew the other two hadn’t visited one and knew it would be the perfect way to fill up before the last surprise he had planned. He was also a huge fan of hotpot himself, so, win-win situation.

Each getting their own soup, veggies, meats and sauces, they enjoyed each other's company. Talking about random topics, whether it be about work, hyperfixations, aspirations or recent tales, they spoke. Enjoying how easily conversation flowed between them.

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With their bellies full, the final stop was approaching. The sun had set. The moon had risen. The stars glowing in the night sky. Chance slowly led the two robloxians uphill, to a beautifully decorated and secluded park. The gambler had remembered in passing conversation that Don had always loved the stars. He had always wanted to go stargazing but rarely had the time or need to go. Well, he deemed this to be the perfect occasion.

“So, I know you’ve always wanted to stargaze so, what’s better than stargazing on our anniversary?” Their voice came out slow, and soft, unlike his normal tone.

“Oh… Amore Mio… thank you, it’s very appreciated. I could’ve never asked for anything better.” Don’ voice was quiet, real. Giving the gambler’s hand a soft squeeze and their cheek a loving kiss.

Elliot smiled as he watched the two, he always loved seeing his two soulmates share such connections. “You really planned for everything, huh Dusty?”

“You know me, I’m just that amazing. Heh.” The usual grin plastered on his face, only this one was real. Not a fake, empty smirk. A real one, full of genuine emotion. He loved these two. They loved him. Everything was right, everything was perfect, just how they planned.

Time ticked past with the three laying comfortably on a blanket laid on the lush grass. Cuddled up close to each other. They watched the stars, finding constellations and pointing out distant planets. Their love burned with the same intensity as the stars floating in the sky.

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Thank you to the two people who have helped me through so much. I’ve healed and grown in so many ways within the month we’ve shared and I couldn’t be more grateful. I hope this shows just how much I love and cherish the both of you.

I WANT TO SCREAM MY LOVE FOR YOU FROM THE ROOFTOPS!! I LOVE YOU BOTH SO MUCH!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! <33