Crystal came up behind Nathan and wrapped her hands around his waist. She kissed the back of his neck and shoulders and said, ��Whatever it is that you're cooking, it smells delicious.��
��I hope it tastes as good as it smells,�� Nathan replied, and even though Crystal couldn't see his face, she could tell that he was smiling. After a moment, Nathan chuckled, and he said, ��I almost forgot that it's your Birthday! I have a present for you. It's in my pocket. You can get it if you'd like.��
��A present?�� Crystal exclaimed happily. ��For me?�� After everything that had happened at the bar, she'd pretty much forgotten that it was her Birthday.
��Go ahead!�� Nathan laughed and said, ��Take a look!��