Wherever You Are, That's Where I'll Be | Sebastian Stan

Four - *Tapas

Opting to wear a cute, off the shoulder navy dress with a jacket over the top and some wedges, Holly combed out her wavy hair, applying a thin layer of tinted moisturiser, some lip gloss and mascara. She very rarely wore a lot of make-up, it just wasn't her style.
Sebastian had left to change and shower, he came back an hour later to pick up Holly so they could arrive at the bar together.

"You look... Beautiful." He says, as she shuts her door behind her, her hair cascaded down to the centre of her back. Holly slung her bag onto her shoulder as Sebastian held out his hand for her to take. They make their way to the cab waiting out front.

"Thanks. You look good too. I love this." She says, playing with the soft grey jumper under his suede brown jacket. He chuckles lightly.

The tapas restaurant had a lively yet intimate atmosphere; Holly noted as they walked in. Sebastian held the door open for her, his hand on the small of her back. Holly tingled all over as his palm press lightly against her.

Will and Alyssa were already seated with two others upon their arrival, Sebastian quickly got to work introducing everyone. Chace, one of Sebastian's close friends from his early acting days arrived shortly after, he sat opposite Sebastian, but not before embracing his friend in a tight manly hug. They hadn't seen each other in a few months.

"Hey buddy. How's it been?"

"Yeah. We have a lot to catch up on!" They say as they embrace, clasping each other on the back.
Seb ordered himself and Holly both a gin and tonic when the waiter came over; Holly opted for one with lemon. She chatted easily with everyone, especially Will's wife Alissa.

"That's great. We should go out together. Ditch this lot." Alissa gestures to Seb and Will. She and Holly chuckle.

"Actually, that would be nice. Thank you."

"It's a date!"

Having left most of her friends behind moving to New York; and only knowing a handful of people, Holly saw this as an opportunity to make some firm friends.
Will was funny and down to earth, she could see why he and Sebastian were such close friends. Chace was also a fun character; cracking jokes, some at Sebs expense.
Seb smiled down at Holly, taking in her appearance. She was bewitching, he thought. He was glad Holly was getting along with the people closest to him.

"Hey. Did Will tell you he helped open this restaurant?" Seb says to Holly.

"No. Did you? It's a really lovely place." She asks.

"I did. But I can't take all the credit." Will says. Winking at his friend.

After many gin and tonics and some food, the laughter and conversation flowing smoothly, Holly was starting to feel the buzz. She certainly felt relaxed in the company of the people surrounding her. Sebastian had gone up to the bar, ordering a final round of drinks. Will had moved to sit between Holly and Alissa.

"I can see you and Seb are happy."

"Thanks." She says awkwardly, a blush showing on her cheeks at Wills statement. Not knowing what else to say, she looked shyly down to her hands, which she had started to play with, in her lap.
Seb came back then interrupting any further conversation Will had intended; whilst his friend was out of ear shot. Holly lifted her head up to look at him, a soft smile stretched across her face upon seeing him return.

"Hope you're not harassing Holly too much with me out of earshot." Seb chuckles coming back with a tray of drinks for everyone.

"Of course not. They've been lovely." Holly says, taking a drink from Sebastian.

"What do you guys say to taking a little stroll up the street after these drinks. There's a pretty decent bar. Apparently there's a band playing tonight?" Will asks.