Let Me Be Your Shield

11

Tony's P.O.V.

I started the engine as it hummed to life. Smiling, I shifted the clutch and pulled out of the garage. Then on the road, many lights shine bright, trying to out shine the other. It was so beautiful that I want to just sit on a nearby bench and watch as they change advertisement.

In the corner of my eye, I notice how Steve shifted in his seat and looked out the window. The car was silent besides the quiet rhythm of an ACDC song. (Put down your fav, I like Highway to Hell and Back in Black. Back to the story XD)

But I could also hear the thumping of my heart. Pounding a hundred miles a second. I never felt like this when ever I'm around women! I'm always cocky and confident. But not tonight...

I notice the restaurant and pulled into the parking lot. I smiled over to Steve as he unbuckled his seat belt. We got out and headed into the place, the smell of melted cheese was in the air and I smiled.

Turning to Capisle, I grinned like some fool. "I hear that their fondue is delicious, want to try some?"

Steve blushed pink and gulped.

I frowned but shrugged it off and went to the front where the reservations were and smiled kindly at the young woman.

Steve's P.O.V.

I bit the inside of my lip. What if I do something wrong? What if Tony doesn't want to see me anymore after this date?

I gasped inwardly, What if he never wants to be around me?!

All of a sudden it felt like my lungs were collapsing, the walls were closing in on me. Tony started talking to the young woman as I started hyperventilating. Then the lady started leading us towards a table with a nice clean white cover. I couldn't feel my feet move but I followed Tony uncoordinated.

I accidentally ran into a different table and almost fell but I manage to prevent myself from falling face down.

Tony turned and looked at me, lifting a brow in question as to why I tripped but I kept my mouth closed. Soon he just looked back and reached towards our table.

Take deep breaths Rodgers. Breathe, breathe!

We sat down while she placed two menus Infront of us. I took another gulp, raising my hands towards the menu but notice my hands were shaking.

Hurriedly, I picked it up, hoping Tony didn't notice...