3: And he can sing and dance too

 He started to sing and Amelia almost forgot when she had to start. I can sing somewhat okay he had said, yeah right that had to be the understatement of the year at least.

 She found it easy to sing with him, he seemed to be used to singing duets and he automatically adapted his voice to hers when they sang together.

 He had a way of catching her eyes and she felt like there was no one else in the room, like he was meaning every word and it made her get a bit flushed. What was it about him that affected her like this ?

 When they finished they got the biggest applause of the evening and Connor put his arm around her shoulders, pulling her with him back to the table.

 Joel looked up at her, when she slipped into her seat. "I am really impressed Ami, you have a beautiful voice".

 "Yes, wow Ami, you really can sing, I think you should seriously think about going after your dream". Conner said softly.

 She smiled shyly, it was always nice til get praised, then she looked at Connor. "You are one to talk, somewhat okay my ass, you have an amazing voice. Have you never thought about singing as a profession ?"

 "Uhh not really, I have been in a couple of musicals, mostly for fun". He said and glaring irritated at Joel who choked on his beer.

 Amelia took a sip of her drink. "Well when you aren't doing musicals for fun, what are you doing for not fun ?"

 "I got an internet site with articles, reviews and so on about movies, computer games, cartoons and everything nerdy". His face lighted up when he talked about it.

 She looked at him with surprise, she had imagined something quite different, something fancy like realtor to the stars or producer or something like that. "You don't look like a nerd".

 "Oh believe me, they don't come much more nerdy than Connor here; the whole pack.. our friends I mean, pack of friends. They always tease him". Joel said grinning.

 Conner shrugged. "It is not something I hide, I am a nerd in many areas, to me being a nerd is essentially being passionate about something and that is not a bad thing".

 "You are absolutely right and no it is not bad to be passionate". She smiled at him, and couldn't help thinking if he was passionate in other areas of life. She was quite certain he was.

 He winked at her. "But if you had seen me as a teenager you would have thought I was a nerd, I was that kid that had the kick me sign pinned to his back in high school".

 "I have a really hard time imagining it, so I guess I just have to trust you on it". She said smiling, taking a sip from her drink.

 Connor also took a swing from his glass and then said very seriously. "Thank you, that is one of the greatest compliments to trust someone, especially when you don't really know that person".

 "Oh God, now he is getting philosophical or maybe he is getting drunk, come on Ami, let's dance before he starts crying too". Joel got up and offered her his hand, the karaoke was done and the disco was playing.

 Amelia got up smiling, she loved to dance, Connor moved his legs to let her pass, when she slided by him, her body graced his arm and shoulder and he looked up at her, the smouldering flames in his eyes sending a tingling feeling through her.

 It was fun to dance with Joel and it was kind of funny thinking about him being an actual movie star, even though no one seemed to recognise him.

 She noticed Joel signalling something to Conner a couple of times, but he might just want him to grab a new round of drinks at the bar or something like that.

 But suddenly he was right behind her, she knew he was there before he said anything and she realised she had recognised his scent. "Now it has to be my turn".

 "Of course, thank you Ami, it was a pleasure dancing with you". Joel said bowing to her, padding Conner on the shoulder before going back to the table.

 She looked up at him and said. "Why do I get a sudden feeling that you also just happen to be an amazing dancer ?"

 He shrugged, looking so very innocent. "Well I don't know why on earth you would think that".

 "Maybe because of that very sly smirk you happen to be wearing on your face". She said giggling, as he grabbed her hand, spinning her around.

 Half an hour later she put a hand on his arm. "How does the professional dancer feel about a break ?"

 "Now I know you are flattering me, let's sit down then, even though you look exquisite when you get all flushed and hot". His hand was placed on her lower back, guiding her back to their table.

 But she was absolutely honest, he could not only sing, he was a great dancer too, and she was wondering if he had other talents. "And you are talking, did you just call me exquisite ?"

 "Hey that was not flattering, just my humble opinion". He said, making her blush, and she hurried to sit down.

 Before she knew it the bartender was calling out for last drinks before closing time and she had wanted to go home early.

 "It was very nice meeting you Ami". Joel gave her a friendly hug, they were standing outside, Ami was waiting for a taxi.

 Amelia hugged him back she kind of liked him, he was funny and sweet. "You too Joel, I had a good time".

 "I guess I will start walking, I think someone wants a word with you". Joel whispered winking at her.

 Suddenly she felt butterflies springing to life in her stomach, she turned around to find Connor standing behind her, he grabbed her hand. "Ami, I was wondering if I could ask you out tomorrow evening ?"

 "Oh I am so sorry, but I can't". She was working the next evening, did she want to go out with him ?

 He looked disappointed, clearly thinking it was a turn down. "Oh okay then, maybe some other time then ?"

 "What about lunch tomorrow ? I don't have to be at work before 4 pm". She couldn’t help herself but ask, for once this was actually a man she would like to get to know better.

 His face lighted up in a smile that might just be capable of making flowers bloom. "I would love to".

 "What about under the big clock at the central station at 11 am ?" She couldn't help but smile back.

 He pulled her into a warm hug, whispering in her ear. "Perfect, see you tomorrow at 11, I can't wait". And then as he pulled away, she was sure she heard a faint sound. “Mine ! Mine !”

 “Excuse me ?” She Said, looking at him.

 “I just said that I can’t wait”. He smiled warmly. “See you tomorrow”.

 Amelia got in her taxi and waved at him, then sinking down in her seat, her heart racing and butterflies were doing some kind of line dance in her stomach, did she just agree to a date ? But she was also slightly confused. She was rather sure he had whispered ‘mine’, but why would he do that ?