It's not perfect but it's also not the opposite of perfect. You know when you crave for food, maybe Wendy's. You finally got Wendy's but it doesn't taste as good as you expect it should taste but in the end, you finally satisfied your cravings.
The next day he asked me out, I was over the moon. I had no idea what I should wear and I even asked D to go shopping after school. In the mall, I saw Jack (my lab partner. No one special tho because we didn't choose our own labmates. We just ended up on the same table the first day.) with Aidan. They seem close. This detail may sound silly NOW but just a heads up for what's coming next. I bought a new blouse for the date.
THE DATE
I was super nervous! (Honestly, I had only been to three or four dates before. So I guess, I still have no idea what would be considered at the best date.
Aidan arrived with his red mustang. He came out (wow), he looks.... *long pause* breathtaking. He was wearing a turtle neck shirt with a plain slack. His hair tho, that's new. He looks older than what he used to wear in school, I mean he wears long socks for God's sake.
(amma just insert a photo of what he might look like. His hair especially)
His look was simple but suitable for dates. I nearly dropped my jaw but I managed to contain. He opened the door for me and greet me like a gentleman would do.
He said, "You look beautiful tonight Stephanie. I'm gonna take good care of you." He smiled like a genuine smile. (My feet almost melts)
Thanks (smile back).
I hope he didn't hear my heart beats so fast, I think it might shoot out from my body. Taking deep breaths to calm me down.
"Do you like Chinese or Mexican food?"
'I prefer Mexican because I'm not good with chopsticks. Are we eating Mexican then?'
"How about Korean food?"
'Never had that. Does it still involve with chopsticks?'
"I'll help you with that. *laughs* I thought as this is the first time you went out with someone like me, maybe it is the best to try other new things too." He glared at me with that naughty smirk.
'I can do with that. I mean, I can handle kids my age, maybe your age is not that bad. LOL'
Personally, age is not the problem but the way some people think does define themselves pretty well. You can be 18 but acts like an 8 years old kid. You can be 15 but gives opinions like a 45 years old politician. I prefer someone who I could freely express myself with. I can be an 8 years old sometimes but still sulks like a 56 woman. You just need someone to blend in rather than a person who thinks he must act in a way because of his age. Age is just number in the end.
"We're here!"
'It's pizza, not Korean cuisine..'
"What can say, I'm full of surprise! I had a reservation for us tonight."
'Do we need that?'
"Just come. Follow my lead."
He gets out and opens my door for me. We walk into the restaurant, it looks like any regular pizza place but then, you see this table on the corner of the restaurant that actually looks fancy with rose petals on it.
The food was already on the table. Everyone else was looking at us!
"I heard you love pineapples on your pizza, I ordered extra pineapples for you."
' I do love it! You did your homework well. I'm impressed.'
We ate first. We didn't talk much because both of us were munching. Yet, we did exchange looks and smile once in awhile.
'How was your food?'
"It was the usuals. I have no complaints."
'Do you come here often? I didn't know you could reserve a table here.'
"Well, now you know. *laughs* Actually it's a special request to reserve the table with rose petals on it. It's our first date and I think I should at least leave a good impression."
'I love surprises. I don't get it often because usually, I'm the one surprising others. Even my family, we don't particularly do birthday parties or gifts except for Christmas.'
"Oh...that sounds personal. I'm not judging and I'm glad you are talking comfortably with me. I have a brother whom I admire but we don't really have much in common. We barely speak to each other so our parents would force us to hang out at least once in two weeks. We would go out and have pizza or walk to the mall but we still don't talk. He usually stuck his head on his phone because he always has someone texting him."
'Maybe you should talk to him about how you feel. It might help. I used to have a brother but, he died when we were young.. I regretted not spending much time with him because I was busy with my friends and trying to be an athlete. He got sick one day. We all thought it was just a simple fever but he passed away the next day..... *a brief silence
We were shocked but we knew, we needed to move on... ' *Containing sobs*
"I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to trigger something like that."
'It's okay. I choose to tell you. I know this is supposed to be a normal date but I made it awkward.'
"Hey, it's okay. I'm fine with it. Can we talk about something else?"
'Yeah, tell me why do you like Nancy?'
"Should be talking about us instead of someone who is not here.." (Us? Did he said us?)
'Fine, tell me more about yourself. I'm curious to know why you joined the debate club?'
"I'm not good at sports but I'm really good at arguing with people. I fit all the profiles to be a debater so here I am."
'Why not join something that could impress girls?'
"I want to impress girls with brains not muscles. Look at me. I'm 5'4. I barely have facial hair. I looked like a kid in 16 years old body!!"
*I laughs my lungs out until tears streaming on my cheeks*
We're back in the car. He did not tell me where we were heading because he wanted to surprise me. I am up for anything!
Here we are. It looks like we were somewhere on a hill. We could see the whole city lights from up here. It looks stunning! I didn't know this place existed. Aidan laid out a blanket on the hood of the car. We enjoyed the scenery in silence. I don't really know what to talk about. I'm starting to feel like this is a 'real' date. I felt nervous because I realized how our hands almost touch each other.
"I always come here to enjoy some time alone to think. I love my own accompany rather than sharing it with anyone else."
'I wish I knew about this place much sooner. This could be MY hideout instead of yours. Hahahaha'
"We could come again. I mean, I could ... *he looks like he is blushing* drive you here if you need to, I don't know. Find peace or something."
'That would be nice.' *I looked away because my face is too red!*
Eventually, both of us face the other side to avoid eye contact and I guess both of us are too shy to talk to each other in this situation. I could hear my heartbeats sooo fast!!
"Before we head back, can I know your first impression of me?"
'Do you want an honest answer? It might not sound nice at ALL.'
"Hit me."
'I was amazed. I was...taken away by how you defend the case and as silly as it might sound, you were .... (I hesitated) very cute.'
A long pause. I just confessed to Aidan.
'I'm sorry if I make things awkward now. We can go back and forget about what I said.'
"No. I wouldn't."
'It's okay Aidan.'
"Can I be honest to you about how I feel right now?"
I just shooked my head.
"You are beautiful tonight and I really enjoy our date. I realize how ... (he looks down while his hand scratching his head) amazing you are as a person. *short pause* I mean it! (he looks up and made eye contact) I might be shorter than you and probably a bit younger than you but, we could work something out if, if you give me a chance. Maybe ..... a second date?"
'Aidan, I thought this date was just a random night out to prove a point about Nancy dating older dudes... I'm not sure about where ... we are heading ....'
"Point taken. You are amazing and age is just number. We could try ... to get to know each other better. We don't have to be exclusive."
'I'm not sure....'
"Hey, look me in the eye and tell me that you felt nothing throughout the night. I will leave you alone."
I looked directly into his eyes. Those eyes are as blue as the ocean that could drown me in it. The deeper I dive, slowly I caught myself leaning for a kiss. He did not leave me hanging as he moves closer. I closed my eyes as his lips touch mine. It was like fireworks in my head as we continue kissing.
Aidan sent me back. He insisted to wait until I enter my house. He left as soon as he saw me waving from the window in my room.
He texted as soon as he reached home.
"I'm home. Thank you for this evening. Good night :)"
' You too. Night ;)'
' You too. Night ;)'
I could barely sleep that night. The kiss keep on replaying in my mind until I blacked out.
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