FATE'S SECOND CHANCES

Chapter 12

East rang the doorbell of Nicole's unit feeling butterflies inside him. His hands were cold feeling nervous like a high school kid going out on a first date. It was the first time he would be alone with Nicole outside of the office making him feel jittery all over. Some part of him had longed for this moment to be with her the other part wanting desperately trying to make her love him all over again. Relax East just be your natural self. he said trying to assure himself as the doorbell rang for the 5th time.

East was not prepared however to see a breath taking Nicole answering the door. She was mesmerizing to him beyond words which rendered him spellbound. She was in a beaded powder blue off shoulder gown set in delicate embroidered pearls. It shaped every curve of her body emphasizing her small waist accenting her full breasts. Her luxuriously thick blond hair was upswept with a dash of bangs on her forehead and light curled tendrils surrounding her face. Her face was radiant with minimal makeup aqua blue eyes looking at him with equal appreciation.

God you're beautiful. So beautiful you render me speechless. he said admiringly his blue grey eyes never leaving her face. All his emotion was transparent in his face. All his love.

Nicole could only blush smiling shyly. I'm glad you approve Mr. Kelly. You look pretty dashing yourself.

East was far more dashing to Nicole. He was strikingly handsome. He looked so good in his tux the suit emphasizing his broad shoulders and lean frame. How tall he looked towering over her. His dark brown hair brushed up with the it's natural flecks made him a cross between all man and looking boyish as he smiled with his crinkled eyes. Even his light mustache suited him with a dash of stubbles on his chin. His blue grey eyes was his other asset as his gaze never left her sight. Yet he was so unassuming looking almost shy.

He grinned. Far from it. You sure I don't smell like moth balls. I think I used this last year and I just stuffed it in my cabinet. he said rolling his eyes. You on the other hand my Nicky is a sight to behold.

She laughed. Flattery seems to be your last name.

He laughed. Now I'm offended. Here I am always telling the truth. And let me repeat myself all over how ravishing and extra ordinary you look tonight.

Nicole could only roll her eyes but you could see how much he meant it. He never stopped looking at her.

Your humble carriage awaits. East announced as he placed her arm linked into his. She had no heart to resist him. The way he was to her was reminiscent of all the good times they had in the past just enjoying the teasing and the laughter.

East carriage was a luxury BMW SUV. Nicole had expected a sports car knowing his taste in cars before but the SUV was more subdued seeing a different side of him she never expected. As if reading her thoughts he spoke realizing how East knew her so well.

I know what you were expecting. A flashy sports car pretty much my taste in cars before. Sorry to disappoint I'm done with that phase Nicky. Like something practical. he said as he waited for her to react.

What are you a mind reader East? You knew exactly what I was thinking about. she exclaimed.

Call it a gifted talent. I use to read your thoughts well Nicky. I'm glad I still have the knack. he said smiling at her.

You sure do. she returned his smile. There was something about East nature that touched her. Like he had matured beyond his years but still retained his good sense of humor.