The power of love

Just dinner

It's been 3 weeks since that night at Alex's house. Alex can't get over Jennifer and what she told him. He's going his best not to contact her, so he's been working 24/7 since then. Jennifer on the other hand seems to enjoy life now that she can work again. Her schedule is full as always but she makes time for family and friends. She's been thinking about Alex too. She felt bad for what she told him after he "saved " her from pain that night.

Jennifer's POV
I feel so bad about Alex. I told him to leave me alone instead thank you. I'm a horrible person. Maybe I should call him thank him, better late than never.

Alex's POV
I miss Jennifer like crazy. I've never missed anyone like this, except for my kids when I'm traveling.
All of a sudden she call me, god has answered my prayers. But I'm in the middle of a meeting.
"Guys I have to take this it's important " I tell them
"I'm sure It can wait" Jeff says
"No it can't " I say running out.

Phone call
"Hi. Hi Jennifer " I say almost too excited
"Hey, Alex" she replies
"Well I called to tell you that I'm sorry. I mean thankful." She adds
"For what Jennifer?" I ask confused
"You know... that night? For making sure that I went home safely. Even though it wasn't my home.. I mean for being there for me when I was alone." She answered
"Oh Jennifer, that was nothing. Thank you for giving me the best night of my life " I replies without thinking
"Excuse me?" She says
"Oh no I mean. Your welcome. How have you been since?" I asked nervously
"Much better. Hbu?" She replies
"I've been thinking about you every single day. I think I might be falling in love with you.... I mean I know I am.... Jennifer I love you " I finally say.
How stupid am I? Oh god help me....

It's an awkward silence and Alex just want it go back in time before he said that.

Jennifer's POV
Love me?? Really?? What am I supposed to respond?? I mean I like him a little bit but LOVE? Omg I'm speechless and at the same time a bit happy

"Ehh, I'm in the middle of something rn . Can I call you later?" I say feeling guilty af
"Yeah, yeah, of course. I have to go too." He replies with a sad voice making me feel even worse

Jen hangs up and Alex feel like dying. He doesn't want to go back to the meeting again, he drive home and drinks lot of vine.

5 hours later...
Alex's POV
I have to call her and tell her that I was joking or something .
Phone call

"Hi Jennifer it's me again " I say embarrassed
"Hi, what is it?" She asks
"About earlier that was-" I said before she cuts be off
"No, it was nothin'. I'm flattered and I'm sorry for my answer. You definitely didn't deserve that." She says softly
"But right now I'm with kids watching a movie can I call you later?? This time I promise I will call you " she adds
" talk to you later then" I said with a smile

Omg this must be a dream or something. What is she likes me but is too shy to admit it?

Later at night

Alex's POV
When is she doing to call. What is she forgot and went to bed. Do I call her? Noooo. She'll think I'm some kind of creep or something. I'll just wait.

Jennifer's POV
Oh shit. I've lost track of time. I was supposed to call Alex. What if he's sleeping? I'll just call him and if he doesn't pick up that's he's problem, he can't blame me.

Phone call
"Hello? Hi, Alex." I say
"Hi Jennifer." He replies with joy
"It's late, I'm sorry I lost track of time. Are you sleeping? Am I bothering you? I can call tomorrow instead." I say nervously
"No it's fine. I'm not sleeping. Are you?" He asks
"Not really. Just-" I say before he cuts me off
"Good then. I wanted to talk to you about earlier today, what i Said. I just figured out that you might be with some or something and that something inappropriate to say and I just-" He says
*(Jen's head) really??? You think about me being with someone after you kissed me, had sex with me AND told me you love me?? Maan come on.*
" I understand. It's totally fine. I'm not seeing someone or anything . And I'd like to apologize for my reaction. It's just that..... well the last time a guy told me that he ended up being a total dick head." I say
"Yeah I understand. And I'm sorry for you. You don't have to feel bad for- I want you to know that I'm not like any other guys. I'm different. A better different" he says
" yeah I know. But anyways. Thank you again for the other night and I'm sorry for what I told you before I left. " I say
" oh baby.. I mean Jennifer. Don't worry about that. It was nothing. Forget it" he answer
"Ok" i say
"Would you like to hang out sometime?? I mean... it's obviously ok if you-..." he say before I cut him off
"Yeah sure. Just less physical you know?" I say
"I promise I won't touch you this time really." He says with embarrassment
" I meant the physical activity such as sports and stuff " I say with a laugh
"Of course. Dinner?" He asks
"Are you asking me out?" I smirk
"Yes.... no... I mean maybe.... Just dinner. " he says
"Sounds great" I reply
"What's your favorite restaurant? Let me take you there" he says
"My favorite restaurant? That's a secret I'll never tell" I say
"Fine I'll take you to my favorite. Wednesday?" He asks
"After work?" I say
"Sound perfect I'll pick you up " he says
"Ok, I'll text you the time and the place " I say
"Have a great night. Goodnight " I say yawning
"I lov- look forward to seeing you again. Goodnight" he say as we hang up

Fuck, what did I do?

To be continued........🤪
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