Dominion Falls

Chapter Twelve

The week went by in a blur it seemed like, we watched movies, made fun of some of the shows that were on during the daytime. Played a few card games, we spent a lot of time talking and getting to know each other.

The way it should have been in the beginning, it took something serious to make Steve realize how much he was in love with me. I knew I was with him, but this week with no farms to run, no work interfering, we actually got to spend seven filled days and nights together.

By the end of the week, we were stronger now than we ever have been. I wanted to take a shower before going to get the okay from the Dr. That I was in the clear to get moving around again.

It was nice while I had the break, but I was also antsy to get some things done so I could get a few animals for the farm. Steve was going to give me one of his mares that was a trail horse that was trained to not shy away from anything.

That way he knew I would be safe on her if I went riding on my own. But I promised him I wouldn't until me and the horse bonded and trusted each other.

The Dr. Gave me the all clear finally. Now I had no restrictions and could do as I wished. Steve was upset a bit that he couldn't stop me from climbing onto the other barn roof, but as I told him "Things need to get done baby before winter".

He knew this but he enjoyed taking care of me, I think he also enjoyed taking the time off of work, I know how stressful that job can be.

An odd sound was coming from the kitchen, I walked in there and right on the desk the phone was ringing, I laughed. I knew it was Steve, "hello?" I answered just in case it wasn't him.

"I am so glad you answered baby, just wanted to make sure it works" Steve said. I could tell he was smiling on the other end. I was truly falling in love with that man. 

I hung up the phone and went about my day, I was excited and nervous because I was actually going to go on a date tonight with Steve. He was taking me to a semi fancy restaurant in town where he told me to make sure I get all dolled up.

It was going on four o'clock and he was picking me up around six. So, I rushed and took a shower, my hair is to my shoulders so I can't really do anything to great with it.

I did the basic, blow dry it and then did some bigger curls to add some volume to my normal straight hair. Put on some basic makeup. That was one thing, I wasn't really into was makeup and putting tons of it on my face.

But I tried the best I could, I wanted to look really nice for Steve. After I was finished with hair and makeup, I went into my bedroom closet and looked for a dress.

It was towards the end of June, so the evenings were just as hot as the day but with a slight breeze usually. I found the one dress I have yet to wear. It was a dark red and black swirled sundress that hugged my upper body, but the waist hung freely.

I paired it with the only nice sandals that I owned. They were black gladiator style that went to my ankles. I fell in love with these before I moved here and kept them in the box until it was the right time.

I put them on and did a second look making sure everything fit right and everything looked nice. I felt so alive looking at myself in the full-length mirror that was on the back of my door. 

I went downstairs to wait for Steve. For some reason I was nervous, and I shouldn't be, I think it's because we will be in town officially as a couple. Just not the sheriff Steve and plain old Sarah.

I always cringed when the old hens would say that about me, sorry didn't know that females that were farmers were supposed to dress a certain way, maybe back in their cavemen days.

I poured myself a glass of iced tea, sipping it slowly so I wouldn't mess up my lipstick or spill any on my dress. I sat down on the window seat, I looked at the clock, it was going on six thirty.

I took a deep breath, hopefully it was just work and nothing serious that is keeping him. I took off my shoes and went and sat on the couch in the family room.

I turned on the tv and wrapped my light blanket around my shoulders. I started to watch some movie, but I couldn't concentrate. I wish I knew his number so I could call and see what was going on.

I knew sometimes this is what happened with his job, I hoped that he wasn't blowing me off. He at least better not be, or else he won't be breathing when I got done with him.