Snaps in Memory

I Just Called to Say...

"Hi, Rina! :) It's me your German-suspicious-captor-turned-friend."

Before she could even compose a reply, a photo was sent to her showing Rich in his boyish looking grin while lying on his couch. "Sorry, I just finished showering and haven't brushed my hair yet. It is still a mess."

This is a hot mess. The image brought a smile on her face. Why am I acting weird over a simple picture?

"What are you doing? How 'bout you send me a picture of you now?"

Seriously?... What on earth is this?

Fidgeting through her phone, Rina tried to snap an image of herself while her anxiety level rises a notch because she cannot decide how she will pose or smile in the picture. Why is this is so frickin' hard?

Finally, she made up her mind on a generic photo with a peace sign-winking face pose. So much for posing, Rina...

Media sent!

"OMG! What a cutie!" (eyes with hearts emoji)

"Hey, what are you saying? I look like a weirdo, right?"

"No. You are very cute in this photo. Ahm... Can I call you now?"

"For real?"

"Yeah, if it is okay with you. But I understand if you want to rest and don't wanna talk to me."

Now, her anxiety intensifies at a decision she has to make and also the fact that he is waiting for a response from her. Hey, it is just a call. Keep calm. You're good..

"Okay, I guess we can talk since I am not yet sleepy."

Incoming call

"Hey there, cutie! So good to see your face again."

"Hey! It hasn't been that long since we parted ways."

"I know! Just glad I see your smiling face right now."

Rina bowed her head down to hide her coyness. It has been a long time since someone from the opposite sex boldly complimented her looks. She is not used to receiving flattery words. You are such a weirdo, Rina...

"So, what are your plans tomorrow while waiting for your daughter?"

"Maybe walk around the area and check for anything interesting to see."

"Fancy going to museums?"

"Oh.... I'm a sucker for museums. I love them!"

"That's great. There are couple of museums around the port which we can visit. We can have the entire day to check them out."

"Wow! But... are you sure that you're joining me in this tour? You know, I don't want to be a bother to you and your work."

"No worries, Rina! Like I said, my schedules are light this week so I am free to be of service to you and promote the tourism in our city."

"Okay, if you say so," Rina reluctantly said to Rich.

"See you at the cafe again tomorrow. What time is your daughter's symposium?"

"They will start at 8 in the morning so we will be up early. Christine does not want to be late because she said the German facilitators are really punctual in starting the session."

"Yes, that's who we are, Rina. So let's meet tomorrow at 8:30 in the same cafe, ok?"

"Okay, noted. See you tomorrow. Thank you in advance, Rich! Have a good night."

"You are very welcome. So it's a date! Good night."

End call.

Wait.. 

What did he say? ...

It's a date?...

...

Like a date for an appointment, you woman!

Yeah.. 

That must be what he meant...