Chapter 7
Our First Date
Sam's POV
Tonight was our first date and I was a ball of nervousness and excitement rolled into one. I had done my research and found that there was a vegetarian restaurant in Port Angeles. I would just have to eat a really big lunch and a snack before we went for dinner. You know how us wolves love to eat. They were also having a special showing of the original "Wuthering Heights" since it's the 71st anniversary of the movie this year. I knew from Jake that this was one of her favorite books and I thought she would like that, so I got tickets. I had to shower and get dressed so I could be ready to pick Bella up at five. Since Jake is my beta, I left him in charge of running patrols tonight.
I go to Bella's at five and rang the door bell. I was not prepared for what I saw in front of me. Was I really lucky enough to have this angel as mine forever. She was breathtaking. She was wearing a black pair of jeans that rested dangerously on her hips and a pink and white low cut short, sleeve top that showed her cleavage perfectly. She turned around to grab a jacket and say goodbye to her dad and I was instantly thought how much I would have loved to be those jeans right now. I grabbed her hand lightly and kissed the top of her hand as she blushed. She was amazing.
"Ready Sammy?" She had to ask me cause I was in awe of her beauty.
"Yes honey lets go. Charlie I will have her home before midnight."
"Alright son. Have fun you two." Charlie yelled to us as we were closing the door behind us.
I led her to the car and opened the door for her as she slid into the front seat of my '69 Camaro. This car used to mean everything to me and I hope she understood that she was now put on the back burner cause of the angelic creature sitting next to me. I still loved my car of course and she would still get some attention of course, but Bella was my first priority. My thoughts were pleasantly interrupted by Bella's sweet voice.
"So Sam what do you have in store for us tonight?"
"That is for me to know and you for you to not find out till we get there." I chuckled as she playfully scowled at me. This was the way this was meant to be. Bella and I together at last. I was going to let her set the pace for this evening and our relationship. As much as little Sammy would like to come out and play, I knew that Bella was still fragile. He would just have to wait.
"Sam. Come on. We are on our way already you may as well just tell me….Please?"
It was almost impossible for me to deny her request when the please rolled off her pouty lips so beautifully, but I was determined to surprise her, so I fought the need to fulfill her needs. "Sorry Bella, you will just have to wait."
She sighed and stuck her tongue out at me. This would be more fun than I thought.
We arrived in Port Angeles around six which was perfect since the movie started at eight. That gave us plenty of time to eat and maybe do some window shopping as we walked to the theater. When we got up to the restaurant and she gasped. She had realized where were and she had a incredible smile form on her cute mouth.
"Sammy, I have been wanting to come here since I moved out here. How did you know? This is absolutely perfect. You didn't have to do this though. Are you going to get enough to eat while we are here?"
"Bella I ate a huge lunch and this night is for you. Stop worrying!" I told her as I grabbed her around the waist. Shit! didn't I just say I was gonna take this slow. I was pleasantly surprised when she didn't object and leaned into me and rested her head on my shoulder. She turned her head to my ear and whispered thank you in a way that sent chills down my spine.
The hostess met us when we walked in the door and I told her we had reservations. She set us at a quiet table near the back of the restaurant. The table was perfect. It had a light green table cloth and two candles in the center of the table. It was a very small table, but that was ok cause it just meant that Bella would be very close to me the whole time.
"Bella, I have no idea what to order. Would you help me?'
"Of course Sam. What vegetables do you like? Have you ever tried a tofu"
"Um….I like eggplant, squash, mushrooms. Pretty much all except Brussel sprouts and asparagus."
"How about a portabella burger or pasta with vegetables in a garlic butter sauce? There is eggplant parmesan also."
Just as she finished talking to waitress walked up to take our orders. Bella ordered the portabella burger and I ordered the eggplant parmesan. We talked while we waited for our meals about nothing in particular, but it was great. The waitress brought our food and I couldn't believe how much food there was on the plate. It was delicious. I fed Bella some from my fork and she let me have a bite of her "burger". It was actually pretty good and I was surprisingly full. We got the bill and I paid for our dinner and we were out the door walking to the theater.
It was starting to get chilly and although Bella brought a jacket she was still shivering a bit. I asked her if I could put arm around her and she shook her head thankful for the extra heat. We turned the corner and the theater was right in front of us. We started walking up and Bella realized what was going on. I looked over at her and a tear was rolling down her cheek. What did I do wrong? Why was she crying?
"Bella?"
"Sam. How did you know? Are we really going to see Wuthering Heights?"
"Yes baby we are. Did you know it was playing? Why are you crying honey. Did I do something wrong?"
"I knew it was and I was going to ask Angela to come see it with me this weekend. You did nothing wrong Sammy. You are amazing. You put so much thought into this date. I am crying cause I cant believe I am so lucky to have such an amazing man. I love you Sam Uley."
Did she just say she loves me. "Bella? Really? You love me?"
"Sam, I don't know how I was so blind. You are so wonderful and I am sorry I gave you such a hard time. I love you more than I ever though possible. You have saved me in a way I never thought I could be saved. I will love you for my whole life. Thank you so much."
"Bella……I don't care how we got here and what bumps were in our journey on the way. I am just happy we are finally here. You are my everything and I will be here for you forever. Honey can I kiss you?"
"Yes."
I didn't need any other words. I leaned in and gave Bella a chaste kiss on the lips. Her lips were so soft and warm. To my surprise it was Bella who grabbed my by the back of my neck and deepened the kiss. She licked my bottom lip asking for entrance and of course I granted it. She tasted wonderful as our tongues battled for dominance. I let her win this time, but next time victory will be mine. I slowly and regretfully pulled away, squeezed her hips and gave her one more peck on the lips. I could have kissed her all night, but the movie was about to start. I grabbed her hand and we walked into the theater to our seats. We sat down and Bella grabbed my hand and leaned into my shoulder. This was great.
The ride home was quiet. We just sat there listening to the radio holding each other hands, glancing at each other as much as we could. I hated that we were getting closer to her house and that I would have to leave her. We got out of the car and I walked her to the door. We stood on the porch and just stared at each other for what seemed like hours. She leaned in and kissed me and again I was in heaven.
"Sam, thank you for such a great evening. It was beyond perfect. Wait here one second." she turned around and left me on the porch walking into the house. She came out seconds later and was just blushing the most beautiful color I have seen.
"Sam, I know this may sound strange. I don't want this night to end and of course I cant do this the way I want to out of respect for my dad, but will you stay here tonight in the guest room? It is too hard to be away from you, but knowing you are in the next room may make things a little easier."
Wow! I was speechless. Did she really just ask me to stay the night. I felt the same way she did. I honestly didn't know how I would ever spend anytime without her. Of course I would stay, although I wish I could stay in her room. I understood the respect thing and I would find a way to get her to stay at my house, soon.
"Bella, it is not strange at all. It is a wonderful idea and you don't know how much it means to me. I would love to stay. I am not going to tell you I would love to sleep in your room, but I understand about your dad. I love you so much Isabella Swan."
"I love you too Sam Uley. Forever and always."
I couldn't think of a better way to end our first date.
