“seeing you nervous actually brings me joy” Jack called from the living room. I stood in the mirror smoothing down my dress.
I was getting ready for my date with Nick. I wasn’t nervous but going on this date is a pretty big deal. I had no idea what it would lead to, but I was optimistic that it would be a night to remember.
Don’t ask me why jack is here. It’s not normal for your boss to help you get ready for a date, but I think after being friends with this man for god knows how long we have our reasons.
“Molly I love you and everything but why did you decide to bring that idiot here” I called out. I heard a faint “hey” before grabbing my shoes and heading towards them.
All I know about tonight’s date is that we are going to a restaurant. Since he only gets off work at 6, I decided to just meet him there I’m sure that would be easier for him that way.
“you look beautiful,” Molly says as I join them in the living room. I look down at my dress proud of how I look. I usually stick to tight bodycon dresses but this one has a flirty theme to it and I actually really like it.
Molly slapped jack “stunning Selene but you’re looking a bit bare why aren’t you wearing a necklace. I reached up to my chest.
He was right, I’m not wearing jewellery.
I raced upstairs and looked for my diamond necklace.
After adding a few final touches, I went downstairs and waiting for Benny.
When he arrived, I walked out and gave him the directions.
“I don’t think I’ll be needing your service for the rest of the night benny,” I said poking my head through the console.
I’m sure Nick can give me a ride home.
“just keep me on speed dial. No time is an inconvenience for me” I smiled knowing how protective benny is after my whole accident.
I’ve only just been able to convince him that it wasn’t his fault.
“you’re the best,” I said placing a kiss on his cheek. Benny opened the door for me and waited. I stepped out of the car outside the restaurant where I would meet Nick.
Because of traffic, I was already 20 minutes late but I’m hoping he didn’t mind.
As I walked up to the entrance a man opened the doors for me. “welcome to hutong Miss” he said leading me further inside.
“over here please,” he said directing me to a quiet table in the deepest part of the restaurant. The table for two was lit up with candles and above us were dangling Chinese lanterns. It gave off the Chinese feel which I admired.
He handed me a menu “I’ll be your waiter for the evening. My name is Ian can I start you off with a drink whilst we wait for your date” I smiled liking this kind man already.
“how did you know I was on a date” I humourlessly asked stopping him.
He angled his head slightly “No woman comes dressed as beautiful as you, all dolled up for a dinner with friends. Whoever the guy is he better count himself lucky” I swooned.
Some might think of that as creep possibly pervy, but I liked it. It wasn’t too vulgar and wasn’t something you heard every day.
“a glass of rose please,” I said closing he drinks menu and handing it over to him.
He nodded before disappearing to get my drink.
I was already 20 minutes late I wondered why Nick wasn’t here yet. I know that he is very busy with work and sometimes he can lose track of time, but this is unlike him.
If he couldn’t make it tonight, he would have let me know in advance.
I unlocked my phone and checked Instagram, maybe if I give him 10 to 15 more minutes he will turn up.
Ian returned with my drink. “one Rose, and bread for starters” he placed down a small basket of bread with different spreads.
He left me straight after tending to other customers.
20 minutes went by and as well as my patience wearing thin, a lot of people started to notice how I was sitting alone.
Probably felt sympathy for poor me getting stood up.
“would you like to order something miss, another drink perhaps” Ian came back.
I felt embarrassed.
“That won’t be necessary Ian” I waved him off pulling out my phone and dialling his number.
Ian excused himself as I took the call. After a few rings, he finally answered.
“I can explain,” he said straight off the bat without even saying hello.
I rolled my eyes. “This wasn’t what I expected of you, Nick. Have you forgotten how to call text, tweet? You wanted this date and for one, you don’t turn up, but you fail to be decent enough to message me” I wanted him to understand how angry I was.
But then again, I didn’t want to make a scene in the restaurant.
“I’m sorry I didn’t call you, but I had hoped I wouldn’t be long at work. I’m leaving now are you at the restaurant” he was lying I could hear the sound of cars meaning he was outside.
I had to think to myself, did I really have the right mindset to endure this night with him.
“don’t bother, I’m leaving already” I snapped before ending the call.
I would probably have to deal with the consequences later on but right now I just wanted to get out of here and go home.
Benny wasn’t surprised when I called him, he was stuck in traffic all he had to do was turn around to pick me up.
“Years taking me home and you drive me somewhere else completely,” I said rolling my eyes from the passenger side.
He had missed the turning going in a different direction.
“just trust me on this one” I scoffed from my position. Since when he suddenly started ignoring my wants and needs.
I told him to take me home didn’t I.
Benny finally stopped the car. I looked outside and was surprised to see a somewhat big house that was guarded by black gates.
“First you want to protect me at all costs and now you’re dropping me off and some random person’s house” I grew annoyed, what mind games was he playing with me.
He leant his head back “give me strength” he muttered quietly.
A small knock on the door interrupted us. I turned around and looked up. With a cocky smile on that handsome face stood Nick.
“I’m telling my father about this,” I said flicking benny in the head for being a total useless guardian ad actually going against all my wishes.
Reluctantly I exited the car falling in line with Nick.
“looking at you now makes me feel 10 times worse,” he said looking down at me seeing what I was wearing. Can’t say I still looked as good as I did at the start of the night, but I guess it will have to do.
For now.
“Good” I muttered following after him as we walked towards his house. I wasn’t stupid I knew this was his house.
He opened up the door letting me walk inside first. Since this was my first time in his house, I did have a sneak peek. I noticed there was a large selection of pictures decorating his walls. The house had a modern yet classic theme.
Not surprising to me at all.
“I’m sorry about tonight…” I spun around quickly silencing his words.
Later he could explain to me all he wants about why he didn’t show up.
“are you going to feed me. I’ve had nothing but damn bread today” on top of all my frustration I’m hangry which doesn’t work well.
Nick grabbed hold of my arm “of course I’m going to feed you, I’m not stupid” he practically dragged me into the large kitchen where I stood surprised at the amount of food before me.
“don’t look surprised now I’m not completely useless in the kitchen,” he said heading over to the table and pulling out a chair for me.
I placed my purse down on the table and took a seat. I watched Nick serve me food. A portion of pink salmon, rice vegetables and selection of bitesize foods like spring rolls and sushi. I wouldn’t tell him right now, but I was impressed.
Nick took a seat opposite me. I decided to endure this pain for him and started to eat in silence.
It was a few minutes of me picking at the food trying not to let obvious moans out because of how good the food really was. Before he followed suit eating his food as well. It could tell that he was itching to say something, but he was clever enough to know I was mad at him.
“It’s not bad you know” I started to say as I placed my fork down. “I would have still liked to have the food at hutong restaurant though” I peeked at nick and smiled to see the uncomfortable look on his face.
“Ian was very kind, such a gentleman,” I said slowly tracing the rim of my glass.
“who the fuck is Ian?” he said his tone angrier. I kept a straight face but, in my mind, I was laughing. The more I get to know nick the more I realise that he gets quite jealous.
I’m not sure whether it’s just with me or does he get jealous with everyone.
“The waiter nick, you should be thanking him he made my experience much better since everyone watched me get stood up” he settled down after my words.
I’m not quite sure how long I will drag this out, but it definitely won’t be ending tonight that’s for sure.
Will, you finally let me explain now, or are you just going to keep nagging me all night” he said with frustration. I saw that he was growing impatient but so was I.
I didn’t sign up to be humiliated like that it’s a real punch to the stomach.
I leant back in my chair crossing my arms. “you think I’m staying here all night, not a chance nick. I’ll give you 5 minutes before I’m gone”
I waited patiently for him to start.
I would probably let him off after hearing his explanation. I know that he would have a decent reason and no doubt it’s because of work but there’s no harm in letting him sweat a little bit.
My desire runs high for this man but that doesn’t mean I’ll let him take advantage of me. Not a fucking chance.