[ all that sanji had really wanted was for reira to be gifted something on this day that would do enough to shower her with all the love she deserved, something that would make sure she knew how wonderful and special she was. it's all he can really hope for when the moment finally comes in sharing his surprise for her, his natural excitement shared in the glee of his smile and the happy wonder of his eyes.

his smile falters but for a moment when she seems genuinely stunned, a worry suddenly befalling him that maybe she doesn't like this, that maybe she wouldn't have been so keen on such a surprise at all. before the thought could linger for long, she runs forward towards him, burying in his chest, and all too instinctively, he brings his arms around her, nearly protectively. ]

Of course I did. You deserved only the very best today. [ his smile returns, though it softens with her close proximity, his lips brushing over the top of her hair. ] Just as you deserve it every single day, Layla-san. But today is especially for celebrating that you exist.