Speed Queen (GxG)

Chapter 8: Fake Date

Well, today was the day of my fake dinner date with Rex. Judy and I called him over early and laid everything out. Our relationship, the date itself. Fortunately, he seemed to take it all pretty well.

He pulled us each into a quick hug. "Congratulations you two. But, why wait so long to tell me?"

I rubbed the back of my neck. "Well, it never really came up."

"Yeah, we were busy gettin' The Rocket all tuned up. It just didn't seem like the right time." Judy added.

Rex smiled. "Well, shoot, it don't matter. I know now and I couldn't be happier for you two."

We returned his smile and thanked him.

"Now, about this date, what should I expect?" He asked.

   "Lots of questions, kinda like an interrogation. But, just answer them honestly, you're not there to impress anyone." I replied.

   He nodded. "Sounds good to me, darlin'. I best go get ready and I'll see you in a couple hours."

   I pulled him into another quick hug. "Thanks again."

   He tipped his hat before hopping in his truck and heading out.

   Judy sat down on the front porch, patting the spot next to her.

   I sat down with a smile.

   "How're you feeling about all this?" She asked.

   "Nervous, but confident. Pretend to date Rex for an hour or two, then we're in the clear. And, I can spend as much time with you as I want." I replied, taking her hand in mine.

   She smiled, planting a soft kiss on my lips. "Sounds good to me."

After about an hour hanging out with Judy, I decided to head home and get ready for the date.

I inspected myself in the mirror. The date might've been fake to Rex and I, but we still had to make it look believable to my parents, which meant I had to look my best.

After applying the last of my makeup, I headed downstairs.

Trisha finished setting the table while my dad pulled the roast out of the oven, setting it in the middle of the table.

"Mm, smells delicious, honey." Trisha said, planting a soft kiss on my dads cheek.

"It's look great to, dad." I added, walking into the kitchen.

He nodded. "Thank you."

Then, a few knocks rang out from the front door.

I smiled as I headed over to it. "I'll get it."

I pulled the door open, seeing Rex standing on the other side, wearing a nice suit and tie.

"Well, you certainly clean up nicely."

He chuckled. "You're not so bad yourself."

I returned it, pulling him into a quick hug before leading him inside.

My dad and Trisha turned to us as we entered the kitchen.

Rex stuck his hand out. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Mr. and Mrs. Price."

My dad shook his hand. "The pleasure is all ours."

Trisha shook his hand next. "Well, aren't you just a handsome thing. Please, call me Trisha."

Rex nodded. "Sure thing."

A silence started to fall over us, until my dad spoke up. "Please, join us." He said, taking a seat at the kitchen table.