New York, New York - Mike Faist

FIVE

"What do I wear? What do I wear?" I stressed throwing clothes out of my closet and onto the floor behind me

I checked the clock behind me and saw Mike would be arriving in just under half an hour. This caused me to rush faster and then I found something. Something that worked. Comfy and cute. Some black shorts and a band-tee. I threw on some tennis shoes and my tote bag. Since my makeup and hair was already done I went out into my kitchen and sat on the island counter. I sat there on my phone for a few minutes before I heard a knock at my door.

My heart beat faster and a took a moment to calm myself down. After this, I threw my bag in the crook of my elbow and answered the door. I looked up and was met with Mike. He was wearing some grey sweats and a sweatshirt. In his hand he held a sweater. He held the sweater out to me and I took his from his hand before he explained.

"If you get cold."

"Thanks."I looked back up at him

It was awkward for a moment or two before the conversation started. I closed my apartment door and locked it before throwing my keys in my bag. As we walked, Mike offered me his arm, which I took. A light blush covered  covered my face as he opened his car door for me. I watched as he walked around and started the car.

"So, where are we off to?" I asked looking over at him

"You'll see."

"Ugh! I hate surprises!" I laughed

We laughed and talked before I could realize we were driving out of the city. As the sky grew darker, I got more curious as we drove into the country. Suddenly, Mike pushed a button and the top off his car went sliding down. I didn't know he had a convertible! The warm June air hit my face as I looked over at Mike with complete surprise! He looked over and laughed at me expression. He reached over and grabbed my hand. He laced our fingers together and again, a blush covered my face.

Finally, Mike pulled into a field with a bunch of other cars. And, a giant projector screen. I gasped lightly as he parked the car right in the middle. He reached behind him and opened a cooler. He pulled out two cokes and two ice-cream popsicles.

"Mikey! You didn't! A drive-in movie?"

"I figured this way we could still talk. Y'know at an actual theatre you can't." He scratched the back of his neck

"So, what movie are we seeing?" I took a bite out of my ice cream

"Tangled." He answered looking over at me

"My favorite!" I mumbled happily

Just then, the projector started playing and the opening music turned on. Mike and I had moved into the backseat and he had slung his arm around my neck pulling me closer. I leaned my back onto his chest with content.

"So how long have you been into me for?" He asked me quietly

"I- since rehearsals." I mumbled embarrassed

"Huh? What was that?" He smiled

"Since rehearsals." I said in a tone he could hear

"Ah. Me too." What?

"What?"

"I said; me too."

"Oh."

.  .  .

The movie has ended and we had learned a lot about each other. Sadly, we arrived back at my apartment door. I turned towards him. I leaned against my door and Mike took a step forward,

"Thank you for tonight." I said

"Ah, it's nothing."

"So is this where you kiss me?"

He laughed and raised his hand to cup my cheek. I went up on my tip-toes to reach his lips. Suddenly, he took his lips in mine and put his other hand on my waist pulling me closer. I kissed back and wrapped my arms around his neck. The kiss was soft but passionate. Mike tasted off mint and chocolate. After a few moments, Mike pulled back and set his forehead on mine.

"I had a great time tonight." He said to me

"Me too."

"When will I see you again?" He took his forehead off mine and backed away a pace

"Buy a ticket to my show." I replied back and entered my apartment

I closed the door behind me but exited again and saw him a few paces down the hair chuckling softly. I walked towards him and brought my hand to his check. I pressed my lips to his quickly. And ran back to my apartment. He turned around surprised with a smile.

"Bye Mikey!" I called out

"Bye Jocey." He did the same