Leandro Rosario (Book 5: A Mob Boss's son)

35. Date

After Jean came down she was shocked to see all the food was laid out on the table. Leandro had managed to set everything up. How long had she been gone for getting changed into her dress? Not that long. Leandro just worked at high speed.

Leandro held a chair out for her and she complied while blushing. Leandro had an effect on her. When he gave her his full attention, she couldnt stop blushing. Leandro then sat opposite her and said a prayer.

Jean watched him. He was so nice. He was so elegant. She was sure he wasn't going to eat first. He placed some food on Jean's plate and one piece for himself. He then stared at Jean. 

Jean said "Thank you." She then started eating wanting Leandro to start and wasn't sure she wanted his intense stare on her. 

Leandro said "No... Thank you for this lovely food. I am sorry I was not around to help you prepare it."He then ate some food.

Jean said "What happened with your father? If you dont mind telling me of course. What held you up?"

Leandro's blue eyes pierced hers as he looked up "It was the usual work he does. I was just tagging along. I am sure your father takes Jacob to work some days."

Jean said "My father takes Jacob out come to think of it... but not for work usually. Its normally for fishing or riding horses. Does your father take you out for fun."

Leandro said "Work is fun for me... It beats hanging out in my room when he grounds me."

Jean said "Are you grounded?"

Leandro said "No. Not currently. But I prefer it if I go to work than be grounded."

Jean said "Jacob doesnt like to be grounded either. You have one thing in common with Jacob."

Leandro said "I have more than one thing in common with your brother."

Jean said "Really?"

Leandro said "Yes. He shares many values with me but... he also not share some values. But thats not relevant. Jean... How is your stay here?"

Jean said " Its very comfortable. I live right next to Jacob and share this kitchen with him. This is amazing. My stay is fine."

Leandro smiled "I am glad you are comfortable."

Jean asked carefully "How is your life?"

Leandro sighed "My life. Its as quiet and disciplined as its always been but at times its hectic and chaotic especially when you add living with my siblings."

Jean said "Siblings? But you only have your brother for now. Lavinia is at military school."

Leandro said "Thats right. But it doesnt mean I dont hear from her or hear what she has been upto. You might see Lavinia again when you visit the military school one day."

Jean asked "Why would I want to visit it? Its not my type of school?"

Leandro raised an eyebrow "There will be a field trip to that military school from survival camp. So you dont want to be included?"

Jean said "I didnt know that. if it is a trip I dont mind. Are there more trips? I would love to go on field trips. The school brochure said there is." She asked curiously.

Leandro nodded "Of course. There are many field trips but not many happen in autumn. We have many during the spring and summer terms. There is one to your home town actually. We are going to Hale Michigan. I hope you like to go. I certainly like to see where you come from."

Jean's eyes brightened up "Really? We can go to my home town."

Leandro nodded "Yes."

Jean said "Thats amazing." She then reached for the salt and at that moment, so did Leandro coincidently. Their fingers touched. Jean gulped and pulled her hand away. Leandro froze and looked at her. He cleared his throat "I am sorry." He then picked up the salt and placed it in front of jean. 

Jean said "Thank you." She then put salt on her food and then placed the salt near Leandro. She kept glancing at Leandro. 

Leandro didnt feel like using the salt now. He leaned back in his chair and took a deep breath "I am speechless."

Jean bit her lip and said "Why are you speechless?"

Leandro said "You... You make me have feelings I never thought I would have. You make me feel like... I have been missing a piece of my heart for a long time...That piece belongs to you. My heart is not mine any more. Its yours. I would do anything for you. Anything. I would break my own rules for you... And ... when you touch me... I just get to have feelings I never thought I would have. When you touch me... I feel ... peace. Just peace. I am not used to this feeling..."

Jean blushed "I am sorry." When Leandro touched her. it was like nothing she knew. She felt at peace too in a way.

Leandro shook his head "Dont be sorry. Its not your fault. I am not used to peace..."

Jean had stopped eating now. She said "What are you used to?"

Leandro said "Codes of conduct. Discipline. But the peace you give me sends my life into chaos."

Jean raised an eyebrow. "Maybe we have more in common than you might think." She then leaned closer. She reached her hand towards Leandro and said "If you want to hold my hand, you can. Just ask."

Leandro smiled weakly and slowly reached his hand to hers. He then attached his lips to her hand and kissed Jean's hand "You have no idea what you mean to me Jean. You have no idea." He then let go of her hand. He cleared his throat "Where are my manners? I should not talk so much. I let you enjoy your meal." He then gave a smile to Jean that she hadn't seen him give anyone else "Lets carry on eating your heavenly delicious meal." It melted her heart to see him smile and speak with such sincerity and honesty. 

As they were now eating silently, Jean's thoughts were everywhere now. She had come to a point that she felt very special. She was in a very special place. She was somewhere that no one else was. She was close to Leandro. The scary part was, Leandro was also the closest anyone could have been to Jean. She wasn't in the habit of opening up to boys. Leandro was special. Their relationship was special. 

Since she was in a special place with leandro there were many questions she could have asked Leandro and she was sure she could get some answers. She was curious about him.

Just then Jacob entered the kitchen "Hi. Sorry to interrupt your date. I hope its going well, but my father is on the phone and wants to talk to you Jean."

Jean quickly stood up. "Oh I totally forgot. I was meant to call him. She turned to Leandro "I will be back."

As Jean left, Jacob started circling Leandro who was now not eating and leaning back waiting for Jean. Leandro was following Jacob with his eyes.

Jacob said slowly "You know, I cant figure you out. One minute you are Mr Dean, giving me detentions and the next minute my sister is dating you and I get to see you in our kitchen. You are the same person who gave me detentions and lines and chores. Yet, I am made to think its normal and thats the strange part." He was standing behind Jean's chair looking at Leandro "All because my sister doesnt mind you, I just am getting used to you and your ways."

Leandro said "I follow the rules. Thats my way."

Jacob said "Never mind. I just want to tell you something. Actually about what happened with Jean today. I think you are being way too harsh with Elena and her sister Rosana. When an accident happens, an apology is enough. Why are you being so harsh?"

Leandro said "My rules cant be bent... I hope you follow the rules from now on too. I wouldn't hesitate to give you detention even if I love your sister."

Jacob raised an eyebrow "What about flower pot? Do you hesitate in giving her detention?"

Leandro said "Questioning the dean has a big penalty Jacob. Are you questioning me and my rules? Dont question me and my intentions. I dont like it."