Can I Be Your Number One? (Dan Howell aka danisnotonfire Fanfiction).

Chapter Five.

"I'm glad you feel better," Tay tells me two days later. "How do you feel about me maybe staying with you a couple of more days? I wouldn't be asking if I had anywhere else to stay."
I stare at him. I see he still does that. Compliments you or says something nice and then asks for something. "I thought you had pretty much moved in."
Tay gives a sheepish smile and then I say, "I mean, your dirty clothes are strewn all over my bathroom so you basically have moved in. And I thought we were pretty much dating again...."
And we are, I guess. Instead of sleeping in the living room he's been sleeping in my bed with me, despite my cold.
"Yeah," Tay says, his smile growing a little bigger. "I'll clean all of those clothes up later."
"Sure you will." I say, rolling my eyes but smiling a little.
"So, listen," Tay begins, grabbing my hand with both of his. "I was wondering if you wanted to go get some dinner? At your favorite restaurant?"
"I don't know," I say, narrowing my eyes.
"You kind of have to say yes, because I already made a reservation." Tay says slowly, chewing at his bottom lip. "And I can't cancel."
"You should've asked me first, Tay!" I exclaim.
"I know, but I just thought it'd be nice to go out. I guess we could just not show up...."
"We can't do that, Tay." I say. "What time is the reservation?"
"In thirty minutes," Tay says softly. I give him a look and then stand up to go get ready. I was planning on going to see Dan and Phil, but I can't do that now. I was just going to tell Tay I was meeting Olive for a little catching up, "girl time" or whatever, that way he wouldn't get angry about me visiting Dan. Just to be cautious. I was thinking maybe one day they could meet, at a coffee shop or something.
I slip a chevron printed dress on and then my fleece-lined tights. I tie my boots on, dab some lip gloss on, and then grab my coat and purse before heading back out into the living room.
"You look nice," Tay tells me as he stands up from the sofa. He was already dressed appropiately, while I had a baggy T-shirt and sweat pants on.
"Thank you," I tell him as he helps me into my coat, ever the gentleman. He kisses my ear and then gives me a lopsided smile before opening the door and ushering me out. We hail a cab and chat pleasantly on the ride to the restaurant. For the first time since Tay came back I actually feel comfortable around him. Not afraid that he's going to snap and go back to his old self. I mean, we cuddled in bed while I had my cold but I was still apprehensive. Now I rest my head against his shoulder with ease and no nervousness.
When we get to the restaurant Tay insists on sharing a booth, that way we can sit close. Normally I don't like public displays of affection but today I guess I can make an exception. We order, still chatting happily, and eat our meal peaceably.
I watch Tay as he laughs at a joke I just cracked. He seems so laid back and relaxed now. Would now be a good time for me to mention him meeting Dan or should I wait a little bit longer?
"Tay?" I say.
"Yes, my love?" Tay asks, smiling as he traces the outline of my lips with the tip of his finger.
"Would you possibly like to meet Dan?" I ask quickly. "I was going to visit him and his friend this weekend. His friend's name is Phil, I haven't met him yet. But would you possibly like to go with me?"
"Sure," Tay says, giving me a reassuring smile. "I'd love to. Maybe we could actually go to a coffee shop instead? I always find it kind of awkward going to other people's places."
"I'll just ask if he wants to meet at Starbucks or something," I say, trying to give a nonchalant shrug.
"Sounds good." Tay says, kissing the side of my head. But it doesn't sound good to me. I wanted to meet at Dan and Phil's place because it would be a more relaxed and laid back atmosphere. It won't be that way at Starbucks. I give a small, quiet sigh as I pick my phone up and text Dan.
Hey, can we meet up at Starbucks tomorrow instead? I'm bringing my boyfriend.... xZo.
Dan replies when Tay and I are leaving the restaurant. Sure. Can't wait to meet him. :) Phil says he's very excited to meet you, BTW. xDan.
I smile as I get into another cab with Tay. It would be really good if Tay liked Dan and Phil. Then we could all hang out and be friends.