"Hey love, What time did you get here? Sorry for being late" Xavier said sitting down at the table.
He looked as good as ever.. his soft straight hair, Small nose, sharp linear eyes and His thin and soft lips. He was wearing a coat over a white long sleeved polo shirt, Wearing the watch i gifted him last week, he looked stunning. Like he always has, and always will.
"Not too long ago, don't worry. I Only just arrived a few minutes ago" i said as he kissed my cheek.
"Just arrived yet you've almost finished your cup of coffee?" He asked whilst staring at my cup then sighed "I'm sorry I've made you wait.. Things didn't go as scheduled today so i got off of work a few minutes late.." he said while caressing my hand.
He stared at me for a few minutes looking at my face like he was staring at a painting, I could almost feel my face get red as he smiled ever so gently while looking at me.
"Did you try a new hairstyle?" He asked as he kissed the back of my hand.
He was always like that, noticing even the smallest of details, From my half empty cup of coffee to the slightest change of hairstyle.. Always as attentive and sweet.
"Yes, I just wanted to change it up a bit, but I didn't want to change too much to the point it wouldn't feel like me anymore. Do you like it? Does it suit me?" I asked while fixing my hair.
He reached out his hand and carefully, lightly removed the strand of hair in front of my eyes "Love, any hairstyle would suit you, because you always look good" he gently smiled as he pulled his hand away from me.
This feels nice, The sweet conversations, in a famous romantic cafe in paris, with the person i love the most treating me as if I'm the most beautiful person alive.
"Hey uhm.. what do you say we head to my place and i make you dinner to make it up to you.. hm?" he asked as he placed the menu on the table "besides, it's already quite late.."
"Sure" i answered. I quickly finished the rest of my coffee then took my things then proceeded to exit the café with Xavier
As i removed my seatbelt the car door opened "shall we?" I heard xavier say, i turn to get out of the car and saw him holding his hand out waiting for me
"Let's go" i said getting out of the car and following him inside
The view was stunning as always, seeing the the city of lights in its full glory looking like the sky on a starry night..
"What did you want to eat?" I looked to see where the voice came from only to find him in the kitchen wearing an apron which made me giggle
"Wh.. Wh- why are you laughing?" He asked as he's face slowly flushed "nothing really, i just didn't imagine you'd look so.. Cute, like that" i answered making his face even redder
" you know how to cook?" I asked, as i looked through the cupboards thinking of something to make "well yes, sort of.." he sighed "what do you mean by.. sort of?" I continued whilst putting ingredients on the counter
He went quiet for a moment which made me turn around to see why and saw Him leaned against the countertop staring at me "i know how to cook a few dishes but i'd usually would eat out so I'm not that much of chef" he answered
"Seeing how you know your way around the kitchen i assume you're a great cook yourself? Hm?" He said as he walked closer to me
I turned away to grab the flour as I answered "yes, My parents were always at work so i was always alone to cook for myself"
I stopped in my tracks when i felt a hand on my waist which quickly became a back hug " I promise i'll learn more recipes and make you a feast next time, sorry.." he said as he placed his head on my shoulder
"Why are you apologizing? It's fine, in the mean time you can just sit there while i make us dinner" I said as i kissed his forehead. He gently removed his hands and lifted his head and turned me to face him "thank you.. and that sorry, was for this" he said before suddenly smearing flour on my face
When i opened my eyes i saw him standing there with a cheeky little grin laughing "you started this ok? Don't blame me for what I'm about to do huh?" I said as i took a handful of flour and chased him around the kitchen
Our laughter echoing throughout the condo as we chased each other around and around the kitchen before actually cooking and eating
After eating Xavier suggested we watch a movie to end the night. "The 30th? Horror?" I asked as i laid beside him on the couch "no, from the trailer it seemed more like a romance drama" he answered "plus it was directed by B. Eilish. you know that famous romance director?" He said, i just nodded and quietly watched the film next to him
"Riiinnggg Riiinngg Riinnggg" the sound of someone calling me went off, I quickly reached out to see who it was and realized the time
2:37 AM
I took a glance to my left and saw Xavier asleep laying next me, we must have fallen asleep while watching the movie
I reached my hand to the remote to turn off the TV before getting up to answer the phone
"Hello? This is Celeste Dechaves speaking"
"Hi, This is Dr. Josh from st paul hospital, I've called to inform you that . . ."
YOU ARE READING
I Almost Do
Short StoryRed Series #6 : I Almost Do I had a dream the other day You were there. Saying all the sweet words you used to say You asked me "why did you leave?" "comeback, i missed you" But if i stayed i thought of the pain you'd have to go through So i left...
