Yes is my personal and biased answer. And no, it is not stupid. I know it won't be a surprise anymore. But considering the drama they went through, being secretive is really a bad idea. Based on the uke's character, giving a gift is already enough to make him happy.
Though I also know that this trope is used by many writers to move the story forward, that doesn't mean I have to like it. I have my own preferences in how I want a story to unfold. The way the author told the story by using this trope is not something that I agree with. But I'm not saying the author is wrong. I just don't agree with it.
Still, I will continue to read this story because so far, this is still a good read. :)
If it still isn't obvious, its the - I was just trying to get you a suprise gift so I'm gonna ask someone to help me- trope. And it just so happens that it was someone whom the uke sees as a rival.
I really hate this trope. And their damn lack of communication. Its the good the uke finally said his concerns. And hopefully, he starts to speak up more. But that airheadedness of the seme, I don't think that will change. And it annoys the heck outa me.