Song: Sweet Night.

24 [ROSY]: Birthday Boy.

A year later:

He was among his friends, family and lover, all surrounding him with love and wishing him a happy birthday; Zayn Malik also wished for a happy night. But was his wish guaranteed to be carried out?

Zayn couldn't be any more happy today.

His life wrapped up beautifully; he finished collage and got a degree in Animal Science and he's now working his dream job in taking care of animals in his local animal shelter.

Though he'd like one day to get his own farm, he knew that was probably gonna stay a dream. He wouldn't ever be able to save enough money so he could afford the price of one.

Zayn had an amazing family beside him as well, great friends and of course a sexy supportive boyfriend by his side.

Harry called him today, asking him to meet for lunch. As Harry left the mansion early in the morning, leaving just a small kiss on the younger's lips when Zayn sat down in bed at 5 a.m and demanded a kiss from his boyfriend before he left to work, while his eyes were still closed.

Most of the time, they were both busy with their work, they barely have time to see each other properly.

Zayn walked into Scarlet's, the restaurant, he actually hated to visit as it reminded him of Liam, he knew he had to get over what happened about a year ago. But Harry was the one who insisted on coming here, make new memories, he told him.

Zayn greeted Harry, waving his hands adorably in the air after he spotted Harry's handsome face, sitting on their usual table, and walked there.

Swinging his hips as if he was a model. Though he could be one if he wanted, but that little show was for Harry's eyes only, until he stood next to Harry, and puffed out his cheek for him to kiss it.

Harry in return kissed the offered cheek softly before he wrapped his arm around his boyfriend waist, slightly picking him off the ground, and he smacked their lips together in a hot kiss, making Zayn let out a loud squeal that made every eye in the restaurant look his way, as his boyfriend's mouth devoured his.

"Hey baby, how's your day?" Harry asked as Zayn took a seat in front of him. He looked very sophisticated in a three piece moron suit, with his natural locks framing his handsome face.

"It's been very very good. We got a new little puppy! And I named him!" Zayn clapped his hand in excitement.

"Really? What did you name him?"

"Jennifer." Zayn smiled wide.

"Oh wow, very creative, baby." Harry chuckled at the weird name for the little dog.

"I named him after Mrs. McLareen's daughter, Jennifer McLareen, she passed away last week."

"Jennifer McLareen? the girl who overdosed?" Her news got covered in his company's newsletter, so the name was familiar to him.

"Yeah. Mrs. McLareen always says how much she misses her." Zayn sighed, as his eyes watered, always a soft boy.

"It was so sweet of you to name the dog after the poor girl's name. I'm proud of you." Harry rested his hand on top of Zayn's, squeezing it lightly.

"Thank you," Zayn's pretty features lit with a smile at the praise, "I also had a puppy when I was six, you know? It looked exactly like Jennifer."

"Really? No, you've never mentioned that. Where did it go?" Harry shook his head before he asked, as the waiter placed the food in front of them, Harry had ordered for Zayn his favourite food before he arrived, as he noticed a couple of times how Zayn almost always tried to avoid it, as it was very expensive, and Harry paid all the time.

Always a considerate little bean.

"He got hit by a car." Zayn pursed his lips, and when he released them, they looked red and pouty.

"I'm sorry, baby." Harry grabbed Zayn's hand softly between his own and again giving it a tug.

"Oh it's okay now. But Jennifer is really cute! You should come see him one day!"

"I'd love to." Harry grinned as he started with his food.

"What about you? Any new... bad people who need punishment?" Zayn wiggled his eyebrow.

"You looked very creepy doing that with your eyebrows." Harry made a fake scared face.

"Oh shut up! I always look cute." Zayn quietly cried, his face flushed a bit.

"And sexy." Harry added, sending a wink Zayn's way.

Zayn tried to stop himself from blushing deeper, but he failed as he didn't know that his small ears with the gold piercing Harry loved to tug on with his teeth so much, were exposing him as they got cheery red.

"And to answer your question, the city's going seemingly good for now."

"What do you mean seemingly... you're not sure everything's good?"

"No, there's this guy, he had the casino in Sorghum town, 'Temptress', and honestly, I don't feel good about him. But anyway, we still need to dig deeper in everything to see what's going on exactly."

"What are your thoughts about it? Like what kind of fucked up shit business you think he's doing?"

"Trading weapons, selling drugs."

"Ohh!" Zayn whistled softly.

"Yeah, that's what we know for now. The casino could also be a cover to hide tons of other shit."

They ate in silence for a few minutes, Zayn's mind was now occupied with what Harry said.

"Harry?"

"Yes, kitten." Harry lift his face up in question, making Zayn blush again at the nickname.

Harry felt proud and kinda smug at the way he could still make Zayn squirm in his seat just from one word, even after about 13 months of dating.

"Be careful, okay? This guy, surely he's not alone. He probably has a lot of men working with him and protecting him. I don't want anything to happen to you." Zayn lowered his face and sighed at his anxious thoughts.

Harry put his hand under Zayn's face to make the younger look at him, "Don't ever worry, baby." Harry's eyes shifted to the table next to him, making Zayn's face move to the side as well.

He recognized Harry's two bodyguards, eating on the table next to him, and he looked back at Harry who said,

"I have men to watch my back too." Harry smirked, his hand still cupping Zayn's cheek.

~

"Do you still need to go to work today? It's my birthday in case you forgot." Zayn pouted as they walked out the restaurant.

"I have something urgent, but I promise you an amazing night." Harry whispered in Zayn's ear before he bit the earlobe, and Zayn gasped.

"Harry, we're on the street! We could get arrested!" Zayn laughed, though he was quite serious.

"The only handcuffs you'll be wearing is when I'm pounding into you on our mattress."

Zayn moaned softly before he pushed on Harry's chest.

"You're terrible." Zayn uttered angrily and Harry let out a loud laugh.

"But you love me." Harry smirked as he pressed a kiss on Zayn's temple.

"I do." Zayn smiled in contentment.

"I'll see you later, baby." Harry pressed another kiss on Zayn's forehead whom nodded as he watched Harry walk to his car with a smile on his face.

This is the man I want to spend the rest of my life with.

~

Zayn's mother Trisha and Harry were the ones who organized his birthday party in Harry's giant home in J.R street. Zayn knew most of his frineds and relatives would be eager to see the house more than him.

And Zayn was very excited to say the least.

He made sure to tell his mother and boyfriend that he didn't want a big big party, just a small one gathering with his friends and family, a one good night, to complete his twenty-three year on earth.

Zayn arrived to Harry's mansion, in a golden and black tuxedo, with his hair styled back perfectly, leaving a small strand let loose on his forehead, giving him a dangerous appearance.

His eyes lighted up in excitement at the endless shiny cars in the parking lot in front of the mansion.

He felt like he's attending Mary Corleone's wedding from the Godfather. But instead of the wedding, everyone was here because they wanted to celebrate his birthday. He thought, giggling softly to himself.

The whole house along with the backyard was being decorated with colourful lights and balloons, and even flowers were honouring his birthday tonight.

There was only one saddening thing; Zayn hated that he had to arrive here alone.

He wished he could come with Harry like all couples do, but-, he was quick to shake his head, getting rid of the negative thoughts. Not tonight, he told his demon. Harry was probably really busy and he promised him he'd be here soon.

His mother Trisha, along with Harry's mother Anne, opened the front door for him, and everyone inside cheered up and clapped for the birthday boy, and his face let up like a Christmas tree with a smile as he thanked them all, wishing for them to have a good night.

The DJ was playing a beautiful song loud, but not too loud that you'd have headache.

Zayn was surprised how many people came to his birthday party, some of them he didn't even recognize, especially some of Harry's friends.

His own cousins came as well as his uncle Yusef with his 1 year old daughter, Amelia.

She was a cute little thing. Her black eyes were as big as the moon and way more beautiful, wearing an adorable pink dress, with a pink hat. Zayn held her in his arms and he seriously wanted to sit with her and play all night if he could.

Zayn then went to greet every elder person first, before he decided to call Harry and then maybe go hang out with his friends.

"Hey darling." Harry's voice came full of cosiness and happiness that Zayn knew he was feeling right now and he immediately cracked a smile.

"Hey! I'm already at your house and everyone has arrived. Where are you?"

"I'm bringing the cake, I won't take long. I love you, kitten."

Zayn sighed in relief, he couldn't help it every time he heard those words, as he looked down, "I love you too." He said softly.

Zayn put his phone back in his pocket before he looked around the room full of elegant people in search for his best friends.

He first spotted Lala, dancing crazily with his cousin Daniel, who had a huge smile on his pink face, as he tried to keep up awkwardly with his dance partner who was laughing at his failing attempt to dance.

His eyes then moved across the room to see Ashton, looking as handsome as ever with a black suit and his black hair falling over his face and framing his face, and beside him was a blonde man, sitting with his legs crossed, and also noticeably stunning.

Oh is that Ashton's boyfriend? Zayn giggled at his thoughts and in large steps skipped to say hello to his best friend.

When he got closer, he noticed the wide attention the blonde was getting, nearly everyone around him, men and women, was trying to grab his attention, offering him snacks and drinks, or staring at him from a far. He was definitely stealing the whole room's breath.

And Zayn was sure the petite guy knew it, as he smiled and winked adorably at his admirers that looked ready to worship him. He was feminine, way more than Zayn, just enough to make him look pretty but still be noticed as a sexy man.

"Ai bro, Ashton." Zayn greeted boyishly, and Ashton smiled widely, his face absolutely brightening up, before he hugged Zayn tightly, patting his back a couple of times.

"Happy birthday, old man. Hope to see you with a couple more cats next year." Ashton laughed, referring to Zayn and Harry's new adopted cat, who was resting on top of one of the counters, looking at people like they're his peasants.

Wait till you hear about the tiger, Zayn nearly said out loud. They were still keeping Tiger secret, but probably they wouldn't for long.

Throughout the year, he built a strong connection with Tiger, they played together, they walked together, and Zayn felt so happy every time Tiger made a small noise to greet him.

"I want you to meet my boyfrined. Jimin, this is Zayn." Ashton introduced.

The blonde smiled a soft toothy smile, and him and Zayn shook hands, Zayn noticed the many jewellery on his hand, having a feeling that he saw this man before but where?

"Happy birthday." Jimin uttered politely, before they all sat down.

Now all eyes were on their table, if there was an award for most beautiful table that night, their table would've won with no competitions at all, especially when you keep in mind the fact that Harry was going to join them later.

"Thank you. I was seriously dying to meet Ashton's boyfriend. He kept you a secret for a long time that I almost thought you were an imaginary boyfried." Zayn smirked.

Ashton grunted as he hid his face between his hands in embarrassment, and Jimin threw his head back in a loud laugh, that again put all eyes on him.

"To be fair, I was the one who wanted to keep our relationship secret up until now." Jimin explained.

"Can I ask why?" Zayn's curiosity jumped in the conversation.

"Jimin is an actor, Zayn. His agency wasn't allowing it." Ashton smiled sadly before he pressed a quick kiss to Jimin's cheek, and the latter flushed cutely, Zayn nearly cooed at them.

"Oh that sucks. Is it okay now for you to date in public then?"

"This is our first time together in front of people, but you can say it's okay now." Jimin smiled.

"So you're actor? that's cool. That's why I thought you looked very familiar, but... I can't remember where I've seen you." Zayn narrowed his eyes as he tapped his index finger against his temple in thought.

"He starred in 'The Whore and the Missing Flower', 'Mad Devil', 'Two Floating Boats' and-" Ashton fired the names of works Jimin had appeared in, while he counted them on his fingers.

"Such a fanboy, Ashton." Zayn laughed as he stopped Ashton from continuing his list, and Jimin laughed along.

"I've always admired his work. That's all." Ashton shrugged his shoulder, unbothered. But Zayn could see his love and care for the small man in his eyes.

"And I love how you appreciate my hard work." Jimin looked at Ashton with heart eyes, and they both smiled softly, like they're alone in the room.

Zayn was smiling, but the smile wiped out his face and his eyes widened when a picture crossed his mind, and he blushed deeply.

"I don't think this is why I thought you looked familiar." Zayn's face turned even redder, as the image of Jimin naked except for a tight white boxer flashes in his mind.

"Maybe you've seen him in Ethereal's Got Talent. He was a guest judge a couple of years ago." Ashton said with a proud smile.

"No," Zayn shook his head,"I- I might be wrong, and please excuse me if I am," Zayn put his hands up in kind of a dramatic gesture, "But I think I've seen you in BoyDoll."

Jimin smiled at the mention of the erotic magazine, while Ashton's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

"Yeah, you're correct. I used to be a nude model. And I worked in a couple of designer underwear campaigns."

Oh wow! Zayn's eyes widened.

"That's really impressive. Lucky you, Ashton." Zayn winked playfully. "Keep an eye on him, a lot wish to be in your place tonight." He added.

Ashton looked around and just now he noticed how many people were eyeing his boyfriend lustfully, some were even eyeing him too.

"What the hell is all that? Are we in a birthday party or in a bar?" Ashton irriatedly wondered.

Jimin hooked his arms around Ashton's neck before he kissed under his ear.

"Let them look, they're just jealous I'm the one sitting next to you." Jimin seductively said, making Ashton bit his bottom lip to stop himself from grinning happily, contract to Zayn who laughed loud at the smart response.

The music stopped and the lights dimmed, Zayn started to look around as to see why, but he saw the huge front door of the mansion -it was like a gate- opening wide by two servants.

The doors opened and Harry's face peeked through it, and behind Harry, was a huge enormous cake in shape of a cat, or more precisely a kitten, which was wheeled behind him by three men.

The cake was as wide as a lorry and nearly touched the ceiling. How something like that even existed. No one knew how.

Zayn's mouth opened wide, as gasps and wows were heard around the room, Zayn eyes watered as he placed his hand over his mouth and stood up.

He started walking slowly and then skipping, running even to Harry, who stood there with his arms open and a big fucking happy smile on his lips.

Zayn threw himself on Harry, hugging him like his life depended on it, everyone around them cooed at the moment and clapped, as Harry and Zayn embraced in front of everyone.

~

Zayn clung to Harry's side like a glue when they sliced the cake together, and when the waiters started serving it, and when Harry introduced him to his friends from work and colleagues.

And now was Zayn's turn to walk Harry with him to meet his friends, so he awkwardly and with a blush over his cheeks, let go of Harry's side, but Harry didn't drop his arm from around Zayn's waist.

Everyone told them how good they looked together, and told Harry how nice his house was, but Harry corrected them saying it's 'their house'.

And they all with no exception, complimented the kitty cake.

"I asked for it costume made for my kitten." Harry softly kissed Zayn's cheek in an adorable gesture. Zayn was terribly fighting his smile.

~

"You remember Ashton." Zayn said to Harry as they walked to the next guest.

Harry stopped walking for a second as he stared at the blonde beside Ashton, his handome face was showing signs of surprise, and Jimin wasn't any different, his eyes were wide open as well as his soft full lips.

Zayn frowned slightly when he looked between them quickly, noticing the shock look they gave each other, but Ashton seemed oblivious, as he put his hand forward to greet Harry, who finally came to his senses.

"I sure did. Good to see you again." Harry cleared his throat.

"This is my boyfriend, Jimin." Ashton proudly stated, as Jimin swallowed loudly and offered a small smile, Harry held the shorter guy's hand and left it to his lips, pressing a small kiss on his knuckles.

"Nice to see you, Jimin." Harry uttered as he let go of Jimin's hand, his arm held around Zayn's back again.

Zayn's heart quickened his pace, as a bang of jealousy hit his heart. He breathed through his nose, trying to compose himself.

"You too, Harry. It's been a while." Jimin nodded his head.

And that's when Zayn's mask fell off his face, he knew his name? And the fuck is this 'it's been a while'? the green-eyed monster was kicking his ribs, as his green-eyed boyfriend looked into the blonde's blue eyes.

"Wait- you- you two know each other?" Zayn's voice was a bit shaky, as he gestured between the two.

Ashton looked puzzled, as he looked at his gorgeous boyfriend, waiting for his answer.

"Yeah, we.. hmm.. we used to date." Jimin confirmed, as he played with the collar of his dress shirt.

Zayn's heart sank, and Ashton let out a soft "Oh."

"We were engaged actually." Harry dropped the bomb on them making Zayn and Ashton look at each other with shocked faces.

The best friends' boyfriends were engaged before.

What a turn of events for the night. Zayn gulped and gazed at Ashton to see him biting his bottom lip.

~

A/n: hiii how was it?

And say welcome to our new character, Ashton's boyfriend and Harry's ex, I didn't know what to name this character so I left the real name of who I picture him like.

Look how cute he is. 😍

Park Jimin as himself
( but au ofc haha )

Bye bye.

Love you 💜