Finals are over and I can become a typing ninja! From now on till January 14, when school starts, I shall be giving you readers a constant stream of updates. Consider it like a Christmas present or holidays treat if you're not a Christmas person. And if you're neither then just enjoy! Tis the date chapter! Enjoy!
Chapter 3:
Audrey watched her son bounce in excitement as he tried to sit still and wait for 6 o'clock to roll around.
"Sweetie, if you don't settle down you won't have any energy left for what Phil has planned," Audrey said as she grabbed her son around the middle and pulled him onto her lap with a smile. "And before you ask, I don't know what he has planned," Audrey said as she saw her son open his mouth to ask. "You're awfully excited for this. So what's this all about huh?" Audrey asked as she brought her son closer to her.
"It's the first date you've been on and Mr. Phil is awesome," Lucas replied like it was an obvious answer. Audrey quirked an eyebrow before planting a loud kiss on her son's temple and letting him go back to bouncing around the living room in excitement. Audrey lounged back onto the well-loved couch and watched her son. Audrey did a quick look at her son's attire and her own. Lucas bounced in his red conversed feet and fiddled with his matching red shirt that sported the Avengers symbol proudly on the front. His jeans had a tear in the knee that happened at school and he claimed wasn't his fault. Audrey herself was sporting a pair of pink converse that were slightly scuffed and a pair of simple flare leg jeans. Her red and pink stripped tank top was covered by a simple white zip up hoodie and she pulled her hair into a high ponytail. She hoped they weren't too casual for what Phil had planned. Her musings were interrupted by the sound of the doorbell going off. "He's here he's here!" Lucas shouted in joy as he rushed to the door with Audrey hot on his heels.
Phil stood in jeans and a t-shirt with a lightweight jacket on and simple sneakers. "I guess I missed the converse memo," Phil teased as he spotted both pairs on the duo. Audrey just smiled and sent Lucas to get his jacket. "How long has he been bouncing around?" Phil asked as he walked in behind Audrey as she went to grab her wallet.
"He's been bouncing around like a Mexican jumping bean for the past hour," Audrey said with a smile. "He said that he's so excited because it's the first date I've been on and that you're awesome," Audrey said with a teasing tone.
"Well you can't argue with the kid about me being awesome," Phil joked before he was thrown off balance by a 6-year-old ball of energy. "Hey Lucas! How are you buddy?" Phil asked as he ruffled Lucas's hair.
"I'm really excited! So where are you taking us?" Lucas asked as he walked next to Phil out to the car.
"That's for me to know and for you to find out," Phil said as he walked over to his car and held the passenger door open for Audrey as Lucas climbed into the back seat. "Hopefully you guys enjoy this. I haven't been on a date in years, let alone a date with a kid included," Phil said as he pulled out of the driveway and headed towards their destination.
"I bet you have something great planned, Phil," Audrey said as she threw him a smile. Phil just shrugged and went back to navigating the roads. Audrey and Lucas weren't sure what to expect, but when they saw that they arrived at an indoor miniature golf course, Audrey couldn't help but giggle as Lucas started exclaiming how awesome this was going to be. "I haven't gone mini-golfing in so long. Phil this is perfect," Audrey said after she caught her breath from giggling.
"This is so cool!" Lucas exclaimed as they walked in and saw the black light course. "Mom, look at your hoodie!" Lucas said when he saw that his Mom's hoodie was glowing purple from the lights. Audrey looked down and just laughed lightly at the glow. Phil paid for the clubs and balls and led them to the first hole. Lucas was excited to play even though he had no idea how to. "Will you show me how to Mr. Phil?" Lucas asked with puppy eyes.
"Sure kiddo, and you don't have to call me Mr. Phil, I'm quite happy with just Phil," Phil said before he helped Lucas position his hands and his feet and then backed off to watch Lucas make a smooth hit. "Oh, almost," Phil said when he saw how close Lucas was to a hole-in-one. "Audrey, you're up," Phil said with a smile.
"Again, I have to state, I haven't played in a long time," Audrey warned as she set her ball down before moving to get herself ready.
"Want some help?" Phil offered with a bit of a flirty tone. Audrey looked at him with a coy look before saying sure with a wink thrown in for good measure. Phil moved around and wrapped his arms around Audrey and put his hands over hers. "Let's just move this hand up a little and widen your stance," Phil said as he gently nudged Audrey's hand and foot. "And there you go, all set," Phil said quietly in her ear. He backed away and watched as Audrey made a perfect hole-in-one shot.
"Awesome shot Mom!" Lucas said as he bounced in joy. He was watching as Phil and his Mom flirted and was enjoying the fact that everything was going great. The mini-golf game ended with Lucas winning and Audrey coming in second place. And as the winner, Lucas was allowed to decide what they ate for dinner. "Umm, burgers," Lucas said from his place in the back seat as Phil drove out of the parking lot of the mini-golf place.
"Burgers it is. I know a great little hole-in-the-wall joint that makes great chili cheese fries," Phil said with a smile as he looked at Lucas through the rear view mirror.
"You don't strike me as a junk food kind of guy," Audrey said as she turned slightly to watch Phil.
"I'm just like any other guy. I am quite happy to indulge in artery clogging food once in a while. And what my doctor doesn't know, won't get me in trouble," Phil said with a cheeky grin. Audrey and Lucas just laughed. They arrived at the small restaurant and ordered before Lucas and Audrey were sent to find a table and Phil stayed up front to get their orders.
"Are you having fun, Lucas?" Audrey asked her son who was sipping at his soda. Lucas nodded enthusiastically.
"This has been an awesome Friday night. Though I think you and Phil should go out just the two of you next time. Aunt Claire can watch me," Lucas said with a serious face. Audrey smiled lovingly at her son and cupped his cheek before ruffling his hair.
"What did I do to deserve such a great son?" Audrey said with a smile.
"I don't know, guess you're just lucky," Lucas said with a cheeky grin. Audrey rolled her eyes but couldn't help but laugh along with her son.
"Here we go, cheeseburger and fries for Lucas," Phil said as he placed the order in front of Lucas, "cheeseburger and chili cheese fries for me," he placed his order in front of his place, "and for the odd ball, we have a chicken sandwich with fries. The only woman I know who goes to a burger joint and gets a chicken sandwich," Phil said as he took his seat next to Audrey. Audrey stuck her tongue out before grabbing a french fry from her tray. "Come on, just one bite of chili cheese fries. You know you want to try them," Phil said as he held his fork up that was loaded with chili cheese fries. Audrey raised an eyebrow before leaning forward and taking the food. "Well?" Phil asked.
"Not bad. But I prefer my fries with gravy," Audrey said with a smirk. Phil rolled his eyes before engaging Lucas in a conversation about the Avengers. Audrey just enjoyed watching her son and Phil debate on individual skills of each Avenger and putting her two cents in once in a while. But before long, it was time to head back because Lucas was falling asleep in his seat and Phil had some work to finish up.
Phil watched from the doorway of Lucas's room as Audrey tucked Lucas in and gave him a kiss on his forehead. The more he thought about it, the more he wanted to be a part of this small family. Audrey made her way quietly towards him and shut the light off, leaving the door ajar. The two adults made their way back to the front door quietly.
"Tonight was wonderful Phil. But I'm choosing what we do for our next date," Audrey said as she gave Phil a hug that he gladly returned. Phil pulled back slightly and raised an eyebrow slightly in question.
"Oh really? Well I learned a long time ago to never argue with a woman so I guess I'll admit defeat on this," Phil teased as he watched Audrey's eye glitter in amusement. "So when should I come by? Or am I meeting you two somewhere?" Phil asked while keeping his arms wrapped loosely around Audrey's waist.
"Oh it's just going to be you and me. Lucas insists that we have a date that's just us. I have to call Claire before I settle on a time and date since I need to see when she'll be available to babysit. But hopefully it will be a time that works for us. Is that ok with you?" Audrey asked as she fiddled with the hairs at the back of Phil's neck.
"Sounds like a plan to me Audrey. I should get going, unfortunately paperwork doesn't do itself," Phil sighed lightly. Audrey smiled in sympathy before biting her lower lip. "You're not one of those women who doesn't believe in kissing on the first date are you?" Phil asked as he saw her bite her lip.
"Oh please, like I'd be one of those women," Audrey said with a smile before she leaned forward slightly. Phil met her halfway and kissed her lightly before pulling back slightly.
"I really need to go, but goddamn it's growing harder to leave," Phil said against her lips before sealing them together again in another kiss. "Ok I have to go right now," Phil started to say before Audrey herself yanked him back with a giggle and kissed him again. "Have…to… go," Phil said between kisses. His resolve gained the boost it needed when his phone started going off. "Coulson here," Phil answered while pointing at Audrey with a "behave" look. "Yeah, I understand sir, I'll be there soon," Phil replied before shutting his phone. "Now I have to go. I'll be waiting for that call," Phil said before pecking her lips one last time and leaving.
Audrey watched from her front window as Phil pulled out of her driveway and then out of her neighborhood with a silly grin on her lips. "At least I know he can kiss now," Audrey said with a smirk.
Gotta love first date kisses. Next chapter will be interrogation for Phil and Audrey about the date so stay tuned! And don't forget to review because reviews make sure you get what you want to read!