Wow. That was amazing Gabriella gushed, as she got off the motorcycle.
You really liked it? Jacob asked, smiling.
Liked it?
I loved it, the speed, the wind in my hair, Gabriella said. Well, maybe I'll take you to school tomorrow on the motorcycle, Jacob suggested as he got off and led Gabriella towards the door to La Italia.
Really?
You'd do that? Gabriella cried, turning to give Jacob a big smile.
I promise Jacob told her as they entered the restaurant. Hi, welcome to La Italia.
How many in your party? Asked the blonde Hostess.
Just two and can you find us someplace quiet and romantic? Jacob asked the Hostess, holding up a twenty dollar bill.
Certainly, beamed the Hostess, grabbing a couple menus and the dollar bill and leading the couple to a little alcove in the far corner that was sealed off by a heavy red velvet curtain. A white tablecloth covered the small round table. A candle in a little glass bauble sat in the center of the table, with red roses and white carnations in little vases beside it. There was a bottle in an ice bucket perched beside one of the two sets of white china plates set on the table. There were champagne glasses beside the plates as well. The entire alcove had the same heavy red velvet curtain on the walls, giving it a secluded, romantic feel. This is perfect, thank you Jacob told the Hostess. You're welcome. Your server will be with you in a moment, the Hostess replied, setting their menus on top of their plates then was gone. Jacob held out the chair for Gabriella and she sat in it, smiling. Then he pushed her in and went to sit in his chair.
My, aren't you the gentleman? Gabriella commented.
It's just who I am, Jacob stated, then reached to inspect the bottle in the ice bucket.
Is it champagne?
Because if it is, we can't drink it Gabriella said matter of factly. Oh, come on! Live a little, Jacob insisted, pouring her a glass of whatever was in the bottle. Gabriella made a face but brought the glass to her lips anyway and took a tiny sip. Her eyes widened. It's Sparkling Apple Cider she cried, surprised. I called ahead. Made some specific recommendations Jacob explained.
So you knew I was going to say, yes, to this date? Gabriella asked, cocking her head at Jacob.
Nobody can foretell the future Jacob stated solemnly. Gabriella thought that over as she took another sip of the cider. Then she leaned forward on her elbows and asked.
So about that promise you made?
The one where you'll tell me everything?
Oh, yes. Don't worry, I will tell you everything but let's just look at our menus, decide what we're going to eat, order, and then I'll tell you all you need to know about me Jacob answered. That seems reasonable Gabriella said with a nod. With that said, their waiter came up to them, singing,
Oh, this is the night
It's a beautiful night
And we call it bella notte
Look at the skies
They have stars in their eyes
On this lovely bella notte
Side by side with your loved one
You'll find enchantment here
The night will weave its magic spell
