Open When Its Your Birthday Novels & Stories

Cara awoke to the screeching sounds of her obnoxious morning alarm. Despite being sleepy and so rudely ripped from her rest, there was a smile plastered on her face before her eyes ever opened. It was Monday morning and she needed to get a move on. Like any other weekday morning in tenth grade, she had to get ready for school. But this morning was special. This was the last Monday morning before her birthday. The special day was fast approaching. This coming Friday she would be turning sixteen years old, but she was even more excited about her birthday party that would be held on Saturday. She was eager to celebrate this milestone in life with the people she loved.

First, that rude Alpha last night turns my world upside down, and now I’m feeling guilty over knocking out Fatso? What’s next? Tea parties and hugging circles? I must be going either bat-shit crazy… …or man-crazy. Either way, this day is NOT going to ruin my mood. Because guess what? My birthday is coming. YAY YAY YAY!

They all cheer. “Ok, ok, come on, we are opening in ten minutes, get your stations ready.” I say and they all chuckle. Each gives me a kiss on my cheek as I walk to my station and set up, knowing I have a few clients today. Just because it is my birthday, it is not a holiday. And I have bills to pay. Being an adult sucks, but at least I am doing what I love, surrounded by people who have the same view as I do.

Monday, May, 04, 2020 Maan cheerfully woke up that day. Why not? Today is her twenty sixth birthday. Today is different because it will be the first time that she will celebrate her birthday without her family. Instead, it will be her first birthday celebration with Gil. She left him still sleeping and she doesn’t know if he’s aware that today is her birthday. Monday is usually the busiest day of the week but she plans to cook a special dish for a special day. She will just ask John and Angel to accompany her to go to the market later.

Rylee My panic feels exposed under the warm light. I don’t know how to react. Eight pairs of eyes focus on me, their faces brimming with enthusiasm and expectation. Overwhelmed by so many unfamiliar relatives, I clutch my skirts tightly, unsure of what to do next. “But it’s not my birthday…” I stammer, my teeth chattering. Hera smiles gently. “I know your birthday already passed, just last month. But today marks the start of your new life and a family reunion. Which are worth celebrating. We want to throw you a belated birthday party.”

i look back at her and say "we would love to join you for your 16th birthday... are you going to celabrate your first shift as well?" "what do you mean?" i look at her puzzled "in my pack, when someon turns 16 they have a birthday party and then when the moon is at its apex we all head out to a clearing in the woods and we shift together" "i dont think anyone in my pack has ever done that. it sounds every interesting ill have to think about it" she says as she turns to walk back to her table. she sits slowly down in her spot next to katie.

Sienna I woke up on my birthday with this warm feeling in my chest, like the world had secretly decided to be kind to me for once. I didn’t even open my eyes yet, but I could hear sounds outside my door—whispers, shuffling, the kind of noise people make when they’re trying to be quiet but absolutely failing at it. I stretched under my blanket and smiled. They’re planning something. I can feel it. The moment I opened my door, chaos exploded.

On re-entering the glass lounge, Ben was shocked to see a small gathering of all the familiar security personnel with Lydia in the middle, holding a cupcake with a single burning candle. They were waiting below the stairs and facing the glass lounge. While he was still trying to figure out what was happening, the exit door opened and everybody shouted "HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEN!" Whaaaaaat?! Holy shit! Is this for real? My birthday? They are celebrating my birthday? Asahi didn't say anything about birthdays. Is this normal? Birthday that he didn't even remember. How did they know? Who told them?

We Facetimed with Emilia and Levy, they sang me the whole birthday song and opened the presents they bought me. "Shouldn't I be the one to open them?" I frowned. "The best part about birthdays for us is the present opening, since you are not here, we are doing it for you. Sue us," She said. My lips stretched into a smile when I saw a small baby t-shirt written I have a strong mommy. "We got some for the baby too," Levy said. "You're so sweet, guys," We chatted with them before we ended the call. "Let's go have breakfast," Tristin said, holding his hand towards me to take.

Usually, humans get these when they turn twenty-one but in the wolf community, we get them at eighteen because that is the age, we find our Mates and leave home… usually. Opening it I find my key signed by my family members, but there is also a small envelope sitting on top, I look up to my parents confused, “What is this?” mum smiles. “Open it.” So, I do. It’s a credit card with a note saying ‘Happy birthday my darling girl we wish you the best for your future and hope someday you find happiness, we are both so very proud of you. Here is your new credit card with your very own bank account all set up to go, love always Mum and Dad xxxx.’