In the light of love

Chapter 2: Second date

The next morning, Michael woke up with a feeling of
optimism. Yesterday had given him more clarity and he knew that he wanted to see Lisa Marie again.
After freshening up and enjoying a small breakfast,
he picked up the phone and dialed her number.

"Michael! Good morning" said Lisa Marie,
her voice sounding fresh and cheerful.

"Good morning, Lisa Marie. I hope I'm not disturbing you."

"Not at all. What's up?"

Michael took a deep breath.
"I wanted to ask you if you'd like to meet me for
a second date next week?"

There was silence on the other end of the line
for a moment, then he heard her smile in her voice.
"That sounds wonderful, Michael.
I'd be very pleased."

"Perfect. How about Friday evening?"

"Friday evening sounds good.
Do you already have something specific in mind?"

Michael thought for a moment.
"Let me surprise you. I'll thank of something nice."

"I am excited. I'm looking forward to it."

After hanging up, Michael felt relieved and excited
at the same time.
He spent the days leading up to the date working intensively on his music.
He spent hours in the studio, writing new songs and perfecting melodies.
Working on his music helped him to pass the time and organize his thoughts.

Friday evening came sooner than expected.
Michael had chosen a small, exclusive restaurant
that was known for its intimate atmosphere and excellent kitchen. He wanted the evening to be something special for them both.

When he picked Lisa Marie up at her estate,
she smiled at him. She was wearing an elegant dress that accentuated her figure and
her eyes sparkled with joy.

"You look gorgeous," Michael said as he opened
the car door for her.

"Thank you, Michael. You look very gorgeous too,"
She replied and got in.

In the restaurant, they were shown to a cozy table
in a quiet corner. Candlelight flickered softly and created a romantic atmosphere.
During the meal, they talked animatedly and laughed a lot.  It felt as if they were the only people in the room.

"I've been working a lot on my music over the last few days," said Michael, as the two of them enjoyed the main meal. "It helps me to sort
out my thoughts."

"That's great to hear," said Lisa Marie.
"I think it's admirable how passionately you work on your music."

"It's my way of expressing myself,"
Michael replied.
"But I have to admit that I've been thinking about you a lot lately."

Lisa Marie smiled and put her hand on his.
"I've been thinking about you a lot too, Michael.
It feels good to be here with you again."

After they had enjoyed dessert,
Michael suggested they go for a walk in the nearby park. The night was mild and clear, and the moon was shining brightly in the sky. They walked hand in hand, and the closeness felt natural for both of them.

"I wanted to tell you something else, Lisa Marie,"
Michael began shyly as they stopped
by a small pond.
"I have the feeling that something has changed between us since we last saw each other.
Something that goes beyond friendship."

Lisa Marie looked at him, her eyes searching his.
"I feel it too, Michael. It's hard to describe,
but it's there."

Michael took all his strength and leaned forward
to kiss her. Their lips met in a soft but deep kiss
that expressed all the unspoken feelings between them. It was a moment of pure magic that made everything else around them fade away.

When they separated, they smiled at each other,
their hearts beating to the some rhythm.
"I'm glad we were able to share this moment,"
Whispered Michael.

"Me too," Lisa Marie replied quietly.
"Let's see where this path takes us."

They walked on through the night hand in hand,
ready to explore the future together.
It was the start of something new, something that filled them both with hope and joy.