He's So Handsome

Avy's POV

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“Hello, Katie!” Katie, who seemed to be working in her car, immediately raised her head up. The moment she saw that it was me, her smile knew no bounds. 

“Oh my God, Avy! You're here… “

I scurried over to meet her, while Aiden was still in the car, trying to take out his toys. 

“I kissed you so much, best friend!” I said as I pulled her in into a warm hug. 

“Be careful with the hug now, I might stain your white dress.”

“Oh, I quickly backed away.” I just noticed Katie was all drenched with black stains on her hands. 

“You look good today, I must say. If I didn't know better, I would almost have believed that you were either coming back from a date or about heading to one.”

“Oh Katie.” I would have known nothing had ever escaped Katie's eyes. 

“Why that face, though, don't tell me I was right. Are you really coming back from a date?” Katie asked with wide eyes. 

“Not actually coming, but about going on a date,” I said nervously. 

“Jesus take the wheel! Since when did you decide on a date? Wait a minute, is there something I'm missing?”

“Well… kinda,” I replied with a crinkled nose. 

Katie instantly placed her dirt-free hand on her mouth while she stared at me in amazement. 

“This surely calls for a celebration!” Katie announced. 

Getting into Katie's apartment, we found Aiden and O'Neil playing with their toy cars. 

“Hello, Aiden, darling!”

“Hello, Mrs. Katie,” Aiden replied, giving Katie his killer smile. 

For some reason, seeing Aiden smile reminded me of someone. They probably have the same smile, not a big deal. 

“What a cute little son you are, my darling,” Katie said, as she ruffled Aiden's hair. 

“Neil sweetheart, can you take Aiden to your room, so you guys can play over there?” 

The cute blonde boy with a little freckle on his nose raised his head up. 

“Sure mom. You're welcome, Miss Avy.” 

“Thank you sweetheart.” I watched as both boys exited the living room to O'Neil's room. I couldn't help but smile, seeing how close they both were. 

“Sure those two aren't going to make us worry in their teenage years with all the girls?” Katie asked which instantly made me take my gaze over to her. 

“Why do you say that?” 

“They are so cute. And I wonder what will happen when they become teenagers.”

“Goodness! I don't even want to think about it. Having sons can be quite scary,” I said. 

“I agree,” Katie added. 

“Let's forget about that topic for now. Tell me, who is the lucky guy?”

“Lucky guy?”

“Yea, the guy you are going on a date with. You obviously aren't going with a lady, or are you?”

“Oh,” I forgot I told Katie about my date earlier. Goodness! I knew she was never going to let it go. 

“Well, I actually met him a month ago. I don't know for him, not for me, it was more like love at first sight.”

“Oh my God! This is good news, friend…"

“Is it?” I said ignorantly, even though I knew what Katie meant. 

“Ever since I knew you, I've never once seen you with a man. It beats to know you are going on a date.”

“I'm baffled as well, my friend. I never would have thought that I would be going on a date, either. It just… happened.”

“I would like to see this guy who managed to sweep my friend off her feet. I want to know what kinda magic he used.”

“Oh, you will see him, that I promise. Just that…you know, this is our first date, and I'm pretty nervous. Please, Katie, you've got to help me with this. I've never been on a date before.”

“Oh, poor thing. Good thing you came. I will give you all the knowledge I've learned about dates.”

“Oh thank you so much Katie. What would I have done without you?”

“I'm glad I got to witness this day when you are finally going on a date with a man.”

“Don't say that, Katie. It's not that bad.”

“Come again? This is the very first time ever since I met you, that you are about to go on a date. Girl, I'm over the moon right now. “

I rolled my eyes to the back of my head. Katie was a pain in the ass. 

“First, I want you to feel relaxed. I know it's your first date and so you will be anxious, but trust me, you won't trip if you are relaxed. Talk to him like you've known him for a long time. Be yourself and never forget to tuck your hair behind your ears in a sexy way.”

I watched Katie intently as she lectured me on my first date. 

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It's 4: PM already. Can't believe I was late for my first date. I drove steadily because I hate being in a rush. Didn't want to get myself into an accident. I have a son to look out for. 

But according to Katie, it's good to be a bit late for a date as a lady, “make him anticipate your coming,” she said. 

I slowly walked into the restaurant which we were to meet. I looked around the quiet restaurant, which had quite a small population. Just then, I caught sight of a man who was sitting at the extreme end, alone. He seemed to be sipping a glass of wine. 

From behind, his hair was perfectly styled in a wave. I remember, Mr. Bryce's hair was like that too. If I'm not mistaken, the man I see ahead of me, must be him. 

I smiled at myself and slowly cat walked towards his direction. My bag was in front of me and my heart beat kinda accelerated.  I wore dresses, but today, the dress I was putting on was quite different from the ones I put on daily. I wonder if he will notice any changes in me. 

Maybe he wouldn't know, and I can't tell. Just as I got closer to him, I sucked in a deep breath. 

“Mr. Bryce?” 

Slowly, he turned his head towards my direction. At that moment, my heart began to beat helplessly. Damn! How could someone be this handsome?