𝐀 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐢𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫 ｜｜Lenore x Reader

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You peeked out from behind your cubical, careful not to draw too much attention to yourself. You knew you shouldn't be staring at your higher-up, but you couldn't help it. There was just something about her that made you want to stare.

Lenore was standing just a few feet away, talking with one of your other coworkers. She was tall, with a graceful poise that made her seem like she was in complete control of everything around her. Her pale skin, short and messy hair, and tired-looking eyes drew you in, like a moth to a flame. There was a charisma about her that was almost hypnotic, and you found yourself wanting to have her all to yourself, but you knew it was simply a desperate dream you clung onto for years now.

You wondered what it would be like to be in her presence for more than a few minutes, to talk to her and get to know her better without using your current methods. You knew that it was foolish to obsess over Lenore, but you didn't stop yourself regardless. Her beauty was irresistible, and you found yourself wanting to be near her, to be a part of her world. Perhaps it was just your loneliness that make you feel this way, or your strange obsession that needed to be checked out by a professional?

You decided to take a chance and approach Lenore for once. You got up from your desk and slowly made your way towards her. Your heart was pounding in your chest, and you could feel the sweat on your palms and a blush already creeping it's way up your neck. You hoped that she wouldn't notice you were coming towards her, but as luck would have it, she turned around just as you got close.

"Can I help you with something?" she asked, looking at you with a curious expression. A charming smile already making it's way to her lips. Such a simple gesture already making your hear feel as if it was going to explode on the spot. Regardless of your pounding chest, and quite frankly the urge to pass out, you managed to stutter out a few words.

"I-I was just wondering if you wanted to grab a something to eat after w-work sometime?" It was a stupid request really. You hated restaurant, they were to public for your liking.

Lenore stood there for a moment, confused, but responded sweetly. "My, My, how unprofessional [Y/N].~ I would have never expected such a request from you of all people, I thought you disliked me honestly with how you ran away every time I was nearby...."

She put a finger against her lip, thinking for a moment, speaking up once more after she made up her mind, "To answer you're question however, I'd love to. How does tomorrow sound? Under the assumption that you're paying of course..."

You couldn't believe your ears. Lenore had actually accepted your invitation! You were on cloud nine, feeling like you were floating on air. You managed to stammer out a quick "yes" before quickly retreating back to your cubicle, trying to hide your elation from the rest of your coworkers. Leaving Lenore confused without a number or a real time and place to go, but you two would figure it out.

The rest of the day passed in a blur. You couldn't focus on anything, your mind was only on your upcoming date with Lenore. Finally all the work you put into knowing more about her would come in handy, not that you would admit to stalking her and collecting "things", but knowing things about her would help.

When the day ended you made your way home, starting your usual nighttime routine. You took a much needed shower and changed into some comfortable clothes before getting ready to turn in for the night. Just as you were about to crawl under the comfort of your sheets, just as you were about to drift off into dreamland, you received a text from Lenore.

L - 'Hey, I didn't get the time or place. I got your number from a coworker if you're wondering.'

Y - 'So sorry, we could go to that new restaurant down the street together, does 7 sound good to you?'

L - 'Sure, I wouldn't mind I suppose, you're paying though right?'

Y - 'Of course! I'm the one who invited you.'

L - 'Got it, see you there.'

Your heart skipped a beat and an uncontrollable smile spread across your face as you texted her. You had been looking forward to this for so long, finally it was happening! You fell asleep with nothing but thoughts of Lenore on your mind, your phone still on your chest as you drifted off, dreaming of what tomorrow might bring...and secretly hoping that Lenore wore something that you would only be able to see in your, sometimes wet, dreams.