The Translator

Chapter seven.

I arrived at the post office 15 min before they closed and asked for my package. The short middle-aged woman across the counter checked my ID, then went into the back to find the package. When she brought it out it was a rectangular box about the size of a shoebox. I looked at the box to see who had sent the package, Sebastian Knight. I felt my stomach start to flutter as I scurried out of the post office and back home. I waited till I was home to open the package. I went to my utility drawer and pulled out an exact-o-knife. I ripped open the package to reveal a gourmet box of brownies from the "Baroness Bakery". The box looked very expensive and fancy. On top of the box was a card written in beautiful calligraphy, addressed to me.
I hope you enjoy these brownies as much as you did on our last date.
Love Sebastian
I opened the box and had 2 brownies. They were the best brownies I had ever had. They were a perfect blend of chocolate, soft and chewy. Not too sweet either. Just when I thought that I had Sebastian figured out, he found a new way to surprise me. I thought of Sebastian with every delicious bite. I wanted to savor every flavor that hit my tongue. Why did he send me this gift? How does he know my home address? Did he go through my employment records? I didn't get him anything, I felt a bit bad. Maybe I will get the opportunity to thank him in the future.
The next day it was business as usual at Knight Enterprises. I arrived at 800 AM at the filing room. Everything was exactly as I had left it the week before. I started to sort my filing and the phone rang. It was just me so I picked up the phone.
"File room, Asteria speaking" I answered.
"I need a file," said a familiar voice
"Which one do you need?" I asked excitedly, trying to stay calm.
"I would like the Hintz file, please," He said "I would like to come down there and get it personally"
"I'll be waiting," I said choking back excitement
I waited for him. I couldn't even sit down. I was so excited, I could feel the anticipation and anxiety building to unbearable levels. He walked in as I was sorting through files. He was wearing a perfectly pressed black suit and matching tie. He smiled as soon as he walked into the filing room. I looked pretty shabby in my purple blouse and black slacks, if I had known I would encounter Sebastian today I would have worn something else.
"Aster," He said walking into the room
"Sebastian" I answered back "I have the file you requested"
"Thank you," He said, taking the file.
He put the file down on the desk beside me and moved in closer.
"Did you enjoy my gift?" He asked
"I had a few and they were amazing, Thank you" I answered "I want to pace myself, I don't want to gain too much weight"
"You would look stunning either way" He stated "Are you the only filing clerk today?"
"Yes, I am," I said, giggling under my breath.
"I'm glad," He said smiling "Are you busy tonight?"
"I don't have anything planned, Did you have something in mind?" I asked with curiosity
"I would like to take you to a place fit for a lady," He said
"Where are you taking me?" I asked
He leaned in to give me a kiss. His lips were soft and tasted pleasant. Tasted like he had eggs and bacon for breakfast. Just what I wished I had eaten instead of just having a coffee. I pushed deeper into the kiss, I wanted more. I was hungry, I wanted to taste every part of him. He gently pushed me away.
"I thought that you couldn't sleep with your boss?" He smiled with a slight giggle
"I can dream though," I responded.
"Your in for a surprise tonight," Sebastian said changing the subject "I'll pick you up at 630 pm at your place"
Sebastian started to walk out the door.
"Sebastian" I called "Don't forget your file"
"Right, Sorry," He said smiling and holding up the file "this is the reason I came down here"
I giggled as he left the file room. What a flirt he was, but I loved every second of it. The anticipation of going out with Sebastian made it hard to concentrate on each filing task. I was grateful that my job was mundane and didn't require much thought, allowing me to dream of my date with Sebastian.
When I got home from work I immediately started to plan my outfit and makeup. I didn't want to disappoint him. I wasn't one to wear a lot of makeup but it sounds like we were going someplace fancy and I didn't want to look underdressed. I took a shower, then slipped into a short-sleeved, form fitting black skirt that came just below my knees. I wore black nylon and a pair of black closed-toed heels to match. I straightened my normally wavy brown hair for a cleaner look. Sebastian arrived at my house 15 min early. I jumped off the couch when I heard the doorbell ring. I opened the door to reveal Sebastian wearing a black button-up shirt and navy blue slack with a black blazer on top. He looked at me as though evaluating what I was wearing.
"You look like you going to a funeral" He laughed
"Should I change?" I asked embarrassed.
"Not necessary," He said "I just thought that you were a woman that liked to wear color is all"
"I do but I thought that this was going to be a formal date" I explained
"Semi-formal date" He corrected "Dinner first though, we need to eat"
"Where are we going for dinner," I asked getting my jacket
"A place that will serve you a healthy meal and maybe a brownie for dessert," He said coyly
"How do you know that brownies are my favorite, maybe I was just craving one that day," I said trying to be mysterious.
"Then we should get to know each other better," Sebastian remarked.
I followed Sebastian to his black Audi, he opened the door to let me into the front passenger seat.
"Buckle up," He said, grabbing my seat belt and clicking it into place.
I thought that Sebastian would have a led foot when he was driving but I found the car ride to be surprisingly smooth. He stopped in the parking lot of a ritzy restaurant that I probably had not heard of because it was out of my price range. He got out of the car to open my door. Sebastian had a way of making me feel like a celebrity walking down the red carpet every time we went out together. We held hands while we walked to the front door of the restaurant. When we walked in the front door I was in awe at how perfect and clean the establishment was. The entranceway had a wide, circular cement staircase leading into a triangular entranceway. Sebastian opened the glass double doors with ease. He held open the door like a perfect gentleman filled with chivalry.
The restaurant had off-white wood paneling for walls and was dimly lit. Giving the whole place a romantic feel. Each table had white tablecloths that had a satin feel. Each table had a glass at each seat and a satin tablecloth that was woven into a swan over a white plate. Sebastian checked us in for our reservation. The hostess seated us at a table for two next to the window in the corner. Sebastian pulled the chair out and signaled me to sit down. I couldn't help but giggle at his politeness and chivalry. I have never been treated like a queen while on a date before, it was refreshing and I knew that I could get used to this fast.
"Sit!" He ordered with a friendly tone
"Thank you, Sebastian. " I said, adjusting my skirt as I sat in the chair.
The waitress came to the table to introduce herself and take our orders. She listened intently, memorizing it, then scurried to the kitchen to retrieve our drinks.
"I thought that we could play a game, while we have dinner," Sebastian said
"What kind of game?" I asked curiously.
"I ask you something about yourself, you give an honest answer and you ask me a question and I will do the same" Sebastian explained.
"OK, I'm an open storybook Sebastian, I have nothing to hide," I said confidently.
"What is your favorite hobby or activity to do outside of work?" Sebastian asked
"That's a rough one because I have several. I love to playing the piano because I find that it calms my mind and I love to dance because it makes me feel alive"
"Really what kind of dance," He asked
"Contemporary and hip hop mostly, I started when I was in my late teens" I answered.
"Cool, your turn," He said, giving me time to ask a question.
The waitress arrived with our drinks and filled our glasses with fresh water.
"If you spend most of your time away from the company alone. What kind of hobbies do you engage in?" I asked.
"I have a private pilot's license, so I like to fly. I also enjoy playing the piano, which is something that I have been doing since I was 12 years old. I also have a nerd streak to me. I like to play video games. I think that most boys do though"
"What is your favorite game," I asked curiously
"Not your turn yet Ms.Prince, be patient" He scolded "How many boyfriends have you had"
"3 in total," I said "I hope you don't ask me to elaborate on that"
"I'm sure if you wanted to tell me you would, but you're not with them for a reason, just like I'm not with any of my past girlfriends for a reason," He said.
"Very true," I agreed.
"My favorite video game is Super Mario for the Super Nintendo. I'm a playstation, man, though" He said proudly of himself "And if your curious, I have had 5 girlfriends before"
"Thank you for answered 2 questions at once," I said "Very thoughtful of you"
The food arrived at the table, it looked like something out of Hell's kitchen. It was plated beautifully and cooked to perfection. I had crab cake which was one of the best meals I have ever had. Sebastian had the filet mignon. We each tried each other's meal so that we could see which one was better. I couldn't decide. Sebastian preferred the filet mignon but liked both.
"Star Trek or Star Wars?" He asked with hope in his eyes.
"Star Wars," I said without hesitation.
"Good answer," Sebastian said smiling "Because we are going to the Star wars Symphony after dinner"
"OMG Sebastian, that's amazing" I cried
"We are both music lovers," He remarked "It seemed to perfect"
Sebastian flagged the waitress down and paid the bill in cash. I got out of my chair and walked over to Sebastian intertwining our fingers together, then we walked out of the big glass doors together towards the car.