Chapter 10

Hey guys, first of all thankyouu once again for your wonderful reviews! Secondly I am so so sorry for the incredibly late update, I promise to start getting back on track starting with this new chapter.

Its date night for Charlie and Brax,

Ruby's POV

From Charlie

"Ruby Buckton get your butt home now!"

Ruby looked at the message and sighed wondering what on earth she could have done this time, but deciding it was better to get things over and done with now rather than later she headed back home.

"Charlie? CHARLIE?" She shouted walking through the door. She could hear her mum in her bedroom so headed in that direction. She pushed open the door and her eyes went wide at the sight before her. There were clothes covering every surface and Charlie was throwing even more items from the bed to the floor.

"Charlie what's going on? I got your message!"

Charlie suddenly stopped what she was doing and looked over at her daughter.

"I need your help Rubes!"

"Yeah I can see that...What's going on?"

"Erm, I er have a date"

"Erm you have a what?" Ruby couldn't hide the shock on her face or in her voice, her mother had not been on a date with any guy in such a long time, she'd been asked out loads of times but she always managed to come up with an excuse. Ruby was beginning to wonder whether she'd converted into a nun! But that was clearly about to change tonight...

"You heard me, and there's no need to be so shocked!"

"I'm sorry Charls its just you haven't been on a date in a long time, you run for the hills every time a guy even looks your way!"

"I know, but I dunno I feel differently this time."

"Well good I'm glad, so who's the lucky guy then?"

"He's name is Brax..."

"Brax? As in Darryl Braxton?"

"Erm yeah why, do you know him?" Charlie couldn't hide the confused look on her face.

"Well, no but I met his younger brother today, he's just started at school, he's really nice."

"Oh okay," Charlie took a glance at the clock on her bedside table, "Shit Rubes, I have an hour until he's here!"

Ruby placed her hands on her mother's shoulders in order to calm her "Ok Charlie listen, calm down, you've already showered so sit down and I'll do your hair and then you can do your make up while I find you something to wear."

Charlie smiled at her daughter and walked over to the stool in front of her dressing table, facing the mirror, "Thanks Rubes you're a life saver!"

"I know, just call me amazing" Ruby threw back cheekily as she began running her fingers through Charlie's hair, deciding what to do with it. Her mother was easily the most beautiful woman she knew with her long, glossy, chocolate brown hair that flowed down her back in natural waves, her stunning blue eyes that always sparkled and her full lips that some woman would be thousands for and she didn't even have to try hard to make it that way, it just came naturally to her and the fact that Charlie didn't realise it only added to her beauty.

Ruby got out the curling wand and began curling the ends of Charlie's hair, she didn't want to do it too much just give it a bit more shape. Once she had finished she grabbed some hair pins and swept the curls all to the left side of Charlie's head, pinning the hair in position so the curls fell over her shoulder. She pulled strands of hair out from the front to frame Charlie's face and with a bit of hair spray it was complete.

Charlie was flicking through a magazine so hadn't seen Ruby's masterpiece yet.

"Ok you can look now" Ruby said as she took a step back from Charlie waiting to see her reaction.

Charlie looked up into the mirror and her eyes went wide, "Wow Rubes that looks amazing!" She said moving her head from side to side, before jumping up and hugging her daughter. "Thank you so much!"

Ruby giggled as she embraced her mum, "Your welcome, now you sit back down and do your make up while I find you a dress." Charlie nodded and did as she was told while Ruby walked over to the wardrobe. She rifled through endless amounts of dresses and skirts before she came to one that she knew would be perfect. She picked out a deep red dress that was fitted around the bust but flowed from the waist down in a ballerina type skirt. It had one thick strap going at an angel across the right shoulder and across the back which made Charlie's hair style perfect for this outfit. The strap was covered in red beads that sparkled under the light. She decided to team the dress with a pair of extremely high black, patent stilettos with a peep toe front and a matching black clutch bag. For jewellery she decided to stay classic and go for a simple pair of diamond stud earrings and a silver bangle encrusted with diamonds that dad gave to her for her 21st birthday, Ruby knew she'd appreciate the sentiment.

Happy with her choice Ruby turned back to Charlie just as she stood up and away from the dressing table. Ruby held up the dress for Charlie to say and a huge smile spread across her face. Without saying a word she grabbed the dress from Ruby and hurried into the bathroom to get changed. Ruby headed out into the kitchen to allow her mother some space before Brax arrived.

CHARLIE POV

Charlie walked out of the bathroom and slide her slim, elegant feet into the shoes Ruby had picked out. Wrapping the diamond bangle around her wrist and fastening the studs to her ears she walked over to the full length mirror to have one final check of herself. Applying another layer of lipgloss Charlie couldn't wipe the smile from her face at the prospect of how her evening would go. She looked at herself from every angle pleased with the way she looked and just hoping that Brax would think the same.

Just then she heard a light knocking on the back door and listening further she heard to greetings going on between her date and her daughter. Taking a deep breath Charlie picked up her clutch bag and walked out down the hall and into the kitchen where Brax stood smiling and talking to Ruby, not noticing that she was there.

BRAX POV

Brax was laughing at the speech he was being given by his dates daughter, who he'd only just met less than 5 minutes ago and actually assumed was her sister as she looked to be the same age as his younger brother Casey, only to be informed by the pretty, young girl that she was in fact Charlie's daughter, a revelation which took him back a bit as he quickly worked out that Charlie would have only been around 14 when she had her, shaking his head he pushed the thought to the back of his mind. Despite the hard time she was trying to give him Brax had to admire the girls intentions, her heart was definitely in the right place.

Listening to Ruby ramble on he almost failed to notice that there was suddenly another person in the room. Hearing a tapping on the tiled floor Brax turned his head to the left to see Charlie standing there, smiling sheepishly. Ruby also spun her head round to see what had caught Brax' attention. Seeing her mum standing there a wide smile crept across Ruby's face.

"Wow!" Brax exclaimed in a whisper that was barely audible. "You look amazing!"

Charlie looked to the floor trying to hide her blushing cheeks before raising her head to look Brax in the eye. Sensing that she was an unwanted presence Ruby made her way out of the kitchen towards her bedroom, stopping beside Charlie to whisper "Knock him dead" With that she winked at her mum and walked out but not before shouting "BEHAVE YOURSELVES!"

Both Brax and Charlie laughed and Brax took a few steps closer to Charlie as he looked into her eyes wanting nothing more than to touch her. He couldn't actually believe his eyes when he saw her standing there in the doorway. He could say that she looked, stunning and beautiful and even sexy but none of those words seemed to be enough to capture Charlie's beauty and elegance, she simply was breathtaking in that gorgeous red dress that complemented her tanned skin perfectly. Her hair looked natural but presitine and her make up was subtle but carefully designed to emphasise her features. Brax got as close to Charlie as he could without creeping her out.

"You look stunning" He whispered to her as a smile appeared on Charlie's face.

"You don't look so bad yourself Mr Braxton, you scrub up rather well!"

Brax laughed as he lifted his hand and run his thumb across her cheek looking into her crystal blue eyes, right there in that moment he was sorely tempted to not go out at all but he got rid of the images floating in his mind, he wanted to spoil this girl and make her feel like a princess so that was what he was going to do tonight, but first he moved his hand to the back of Charlie's neck and gently pulled her head towards his, looking back into her eyes to check that this was okay, he saw Charlie smile instantly giving him the green light. He brought her lips to his and kissed her so gently, it was like you'd imagined it but it was full of intensity and passion.

As he pulled away Brax gazed into Charlie's eyes and couldn't help the smile that formed on his lips.

"Shall we get going?"

"Mmm yeah okay" Charlie returned his smile as Brax grabbed her hand and led her out the door.

CHARLIE POV

The couple had been sat in the car for a good 20 minutes or more now and Charlie was beginning to wonder where they were actually going. The whole ride had so far been a pleasant one, both Brax and Charlie making small talk. After another 10 minutes went by and they eventually parked up. Brax turned off the engine and looked over at Charlie. Feeling his eyes upon her Charlie turned to face him locking her eyes with him instantly. All she could honestly think about that kiss before her house when he picked her up! She was really convinced to tell Brax not to worry about their date and just have a night in instead. But she had been looking forward to this date for the last 24 hours and was intreguied to see what Brax had in store for them.

"We're here." Brax' husky voice cut through Charlie's thoughts. They had arrived in the city and looked out the window only to see they were right in the centre and there were dozens of restaurants scattered around, making it impossible to discover which one they were going to.

Brax got out of the car and like the perfect gentleman walked round to Charlie's side and opened the door holding his hand down for her to take. Charlie looked up into Brax' green eyes and smiled and she grabbed his hand. She could have sworn a bolt of electricity shot right the way up her arm and down her spine, or at least that's what it felt like. Brax locked the car and walked away taking her with him and they walked through the busy little streets of the town centre.

"Thank you for tonight Brax" Charlie spoke up as she turned to face him as they walked.

Brax lightly chuckled to himself, "We've not done anything yet, so you might change your mind about that thank you once we have!"

Charlie joined in the laughter, "I very much doubt that!" She said knowing that even if they just walked the streets for the entire night she would have the time of her life.

The pair continued chatting for a few minutes until Brax came to a standstill causing Charlie to stop suddenly. She looked round at Brax questionably only to see a grin stretched across his face.

BRAX POV

Brax looked at Charlie's face; it was a mixture of slight annoyance and confusion as she didn't know what was going on. He smiled at her because they had arrived at their first destination of the evening.

"We're here..." Brax tugged on Charlie's hand slightly in order for her to face the restaurant where they would be eating this evening.

He heard her gasp slightly as she realised they were at 'Simply Blue's' - The place to see and be seen in the city! It was a ridiculously expensive restaurant that requires an average person to only ever come here for a special occasion after some serious saving but what with Brax now being the proud owner of Angelo's he figured he would take a chance to give Charlie nothing but the best.

Simply Blue's was a 5* restaurant and bar that played Blue's music all evening and even had live bands play on occasion. It appeared to be a very posh and upper class restaurant but seeing as Brax was friends with the owner he know 100% that with the warm, friendly atmosphere that existed throughout the entire building, you'd never feel out of place, even if you were from a little beach side town called Summer Bay!

"What are we doing here?" Charlie's voice was laced with evident surprise.

"We, Charlie are here for our date!" Brax smiled widely at her.

"But...But this place is so nice and posh and expensive and I'm not glammed up enough for this!" You could hear that she was panicking slightly so Brax moved round and stood in front of her, grabbing both her hands in his,

"Charlie, he listen, you look so amazing tonight, to say you don't look 'glammed up enough' is a major understatement. There are a thousand places I could have taken you tonight but I wanted our first date to be special and something to remember which is why I chose this place, Ruby said you've always wanted to come. So how about we go inside and start our evening properly?"

Charlie looked into his gorgeous green eyes, smiled and nodded in agreement. Brax dropped one of her hands but keeping a firm hold on the other as he guided them into the restaurant. Charlie's eyes widened as she looked around the room, everything was so precise. They began to follow the waiter and wound their way through the many diners that had come out tonight only to be led over to an elevator. Charlie didn't quite understand what was going on as she never realised there was more than the one floor to this place but decided to keep quiet and see where they went. The elevator doors sprung back and as they stepped out Charlie noticed a sign on the wall that read 'VIP Restaurant'. She squeezed Brax's hand excitedly as they were then led through a door and into the second floor restaurant. This room was a lot smaller than downstairs and alot more intimate, only around 15 couples where seated up here, enjoying there evening.

CHARLIE POV

Finally they stopped at a table, as Charlie took in her surroundings her eyes widened. Their table was a small square one covered in a crisp cream coloured table cloth that had gold edging. There was a tall, cylinder shaped vase that was brown and bronze, keeping in with the natural tones around the restaurant, on the left hand side of the table with an orange coloured Gebra flower in it. On either side of the vase was 2 tear drop shaped candles that again were brown but covered in glitter which sparkled under the light. Charlie's chair was pulled out by the waiter and she took a seat opposite Brax and a cream and gold coloured menu was placed in front of them. Charlie couldn't help but keep looking around the room at the other diners and also the beautiful canvas pictures that were hung on the walls around the room. They were all in black and white, some were of the beach, some were of the waves well known by every surfer from here to Summer Bay and back and some were of sunsets. She was pulled out of her daydream by Brax calling her name.

"Charlie? Charlie? Charlie..."

Turning her head to face him, the grin on his face not going unnoticed, she instantly matched it, "Hmm yeah sorry!"

"You looked like you were in a world of your own there"

"Sorry I was just taking all this in!" Charlie shifted in her seat so she was sitting face on to Brax to give him her full attention.

There conversation just began when the waiter arrived to take their drinks order.

"Ladies first.." Brax insisted.

"What a gent, I'll have a glass of white wine please."

"Would that be a small or large glass Ma'am?"

"Erm..."

"Just bring her the bottle thanks mate and I'll have a beer." Brax cut across Charlie and placed the order followed by the waiter walking away to get their drinks.

Charlie raised her eyebrow at Brax seductively, "Are you trying to get me drunk Mr Braxton?"

Brax grinned and leant forward slightly, "Well you were pretty drunk the other night when we, ya know...So I didn't know whether you might need the dutch courage in order to spend the evening with."

"Charlie moved in even further resting her forearms on the table and positioning herself so that if Brax looked down he'd get a spectacular view of her cleavage, just a little tease she thought and as if reading her thoughts Brax's eyes drifted down to Charlie's chest, lingering there for a few seconds before they made their way back up to her eyes,, "That may be true, but I didn't get myself there just to ya know..." She said copying Brax's choice of words for what happened between them 2 nights ago, she continued to lean in further, as did Brax until their faces were just a few inches apart, "And besides I don't normally need alcohol or anything else to help me get what I want!" The pair looked into each others eyes until Charlie winked and moved, leaning back against her seat.

"Touché Buckton touché!" Brax leaned back just as the waiter reappeared pouring Charlie a glass of wine from the bottle Brax had ordered and placing the bottle of beer in front of him. Charlie grabbed the glass and took a long sip as she watched Brax from the corner of her eye. Her stomach was doing somersaults, when she thought about it she couldn't believe she actually just come out with a line like that, once again it was so unlike her to be so out there and forward. However, she was liking this new side to her personality and it was definitely something she was going to keep up. For so long she'd been calm and collected, always keep her cards close to her chest and so far not a single person had been able to get her to show them that was until the day Darryl Braxton walked into her life. She didn't know what it was but he definitely had something, he would never normally be the type of guy that Charlie would go for, she always played it safe, going for the dependable, pretty boys but that was al changing, she was now clearly going for the rough and ready, bad boy type. But hey isn't every girl a secret bad boy groupie at heart, secretly wanting to experience the rush and excitement that comes with it? This is exactly what Charlie was beginning to realise!

3RD PERSON POV

The couple both ordered their food, both opting for the steak under Brax's incision that it was the best there is. While they waited they continued with the flirtatious banter immediately becoming more than comfortable with one another until it was time to eat. Charlie joked that this was the first time Brax had shut up all night, a comment he pretended to be incredibly hurt by! They both polished off their meals not leaving a single piece of food on the plate.

"Wow!" Brax exclaimed sitting back in his seat.

"What?" Charlie asked as she wiped the corners of her mouth with the serviette.

"I just can't believe you finished all that"

"Brax! You make me sound like a right pig!"

He chuckled lightly to himself, leaning back across the table towards Charlie, "No that's not what I meant, normally with girls who have an amazing body like you are obsessed with exercise and what they eat can only be considered as food good enough for a rabbit!"

Laughing, Charlie too leaned forward resting her forearms out in front of her on the table, "Well you don't have to worry about that with me, I am not most girls and I for one love my food so you won't ever see me knawing on a cabbage leaf!"

Brax chuckled before sliding his hand across the table and lacing his fingers with hers, rubbing the back of her hand with his thumb, looking down at their hands and then back up at her face he saw her also watching their hands, a small, contented smile playing on her lips. He sat there just watching her, she was so beautiful. Right there in that moment he vowed to give this his best shot, there as no way he was going to make the same mistakes that he had in the past and he certainly wasn't going to let his past ruin his present or his future.

"Thanks for coming tonight Charlie..."

She raised her head to look at him, a serious look was plastered over his face, "Thank you for asking me, but what's with the face?" She nodded in his direction.

"Nothing, I'm just grateful that you agreed to come, I know the first night we met isn't exactly the way most first introductions go but I don't regret what happened, if anything it just made me even more sure that moving here and taking over Angelo's was the right decision."

"Then don't look so serious! By the look on your face at the moment anyone on the outside would think you've just received the most awful news!"

"I'm sorry that's not the case..."

"Good! Look the other night was not me, I mean it was me obviously but that's not the usual way that I behave, not that there's anything wrong with it..." She quickly spat out so as not to give him the wrong impression, "It's just not something I've ever done before, like I said the other day I'm always the sensible one and for the first time in my life I had fun and this whole new side to me has come out and I'm really enjoying it." She took a breath before leaning further across the table, tugging on Brax's hand pulling him closer and bringing her face to his ear, "I really enjoyed that night too" She then placed a soft kiss just in front of his ear before moving backwards.

Brax gave her that sexy, seductive grin that she remembered from two nights ago when they were interrupted by the waiter asking if they would like dessert.

"Ladies first..." Brax offered.

"Erm can I have the mango and raspberry sorbet please?" Charlie smiled sweetly at the waiter then looking at Brax.

"I'll have the chocolate fudge cake please mate."

Soon enough the waiter returned with their desserts.

"Charlie you're killing me here!" Brax said.

"Why what have I done?" She raised her eyebrows at him.

"Could you eat that anymore seductively!"

Charlie nearly choked on her sorbet, that wasn't what she expected him to say but decided to play along, "What can I say, it tastes so gooood!" Taking her last bit she brought the spoon to her lips and slowly sucked the sorbet off being as sexy as possible. Brax, having already finished his dessert, shifted in his seat.

"Are you finished yet?" He asked once he'd seen her swallow.

Licking the spoon, Charlie couldn't help the grin appearing on her face, "Yep all done" She placed the spoon back in the bowl and leaned back in her chair.

"Thank god! How about we get out of here now?"

"Sounds good to me"

The waiter appeared to clear the table and Brax asked for the bill. Once it had been settled with many arguments from Charlie at Brax's refusal to let her pay at least half, he grabbed her hand and guided her out of the restaurant, onto the busy city streets and back towards the car. After ensuring that Charlie was safely inside Brax climbed in and drove off back to the bay. They approach the 'Welcome To Summer Bay Sign' and instead of turning right towards Charlie's house he carried on straight heading in the direction of his own.

" Erm Brax my house is back that way" Charlie said looking over her shoulder.

"Yeah I know" Brax looked at her out of the corner of his eye grinning.

"Then where are we going?"

"My house"

"Your house?"

"Yep my house"

"Erm Ok" Charlie was a little apprehensive as to why they would be going to Brax's, she hadn't expected it on the first date, yes she was well aware of the fact they'd already slept together but it was going to be different this time round.

Several minutes later they pulled up outside Brax's house, he got out walked round to the other side of the car and opened the door for Charlie.

"Why thank you Mr Braxton" she winked as she stepped out brushing her body past his.

"You are more than welcome" The way her body skimmed his hadn't gone unnoticed. If he was being completely honest with himself he would love to take her inside right now, after the flirtatious banter between them tonight mixed with how hot Charlie looked and the way she ate that god damn sorbet all he wanted was a repeat performance of their first meeting but he held back. Brax had made lots of mistakes in the past when it came to women, he'd never really had a serious relationship with anyone, choosing more to be the love 'em and leave 'em type, pulling girls that somewhat easy on the eye and just as easy to get into bed. But Charlie...well she was in a league of her own, he already knew that she topped every woman he'd ever been with single handily and they didn't even really know each other. He vowed to make something of this thing they had going on, it was about time he grew up and started making a decent life for himself, the life he'd always dreamt of having. He had Angelo's and now he planned on getting the girl, already knowing that that girl was Charlie.

"So," Brax started as he took Charlie's hand and entwined their fingers pulling her down the street, "I thought I'd drive us back here and then walk you home..."

Charlie looked down and their interlocked fingers and then up at Brax to see him looking down at her, "Wouldn't it of been easier for you to drive to my house, save you coming out of your way walking?"

"I'm not coming out of my way, I thought we could walk you home but take a little detour to end our night with a moonlight walk along the beach?"

At this thought Charlie grinned, "Sounds like the perfect end to a perfect night!"

"Oh you'd go as far as calling it perfect would you?"

"Yes so I would, although that could all change on this walk home" She playfully nudged him in the side as the approached the beach, Charlie took off her heels, leaning on Brax's arm for support.

"Whoa where'd ya go?" Brax laughed, looking straight over Charlie's head and into the distance as if she had disappeared, once taking her shoes off she was a lot shorted than him.

"Oi, cheeky sod!"

"Seriously Charlie, where are you? I can hear you but I can't see you!" He tried so hard to keep a serious tone to his voice.

Whilst laughing at her own expense Charlie pulled her arm back and landed a punch straight on the top of his arm.

"Oww! My god Charlie!" Brax rubbed his arm where she'd just hit him. It didn't really hurt but she did throw a good punch, something that surprised him plus he wouldn't mind getting a bit of sympathy from her.

"Aw baby," Charlie said as she stood on her tip toes and edged her face closer towards his ear, "Man up!" She laughed as she pinched his cheek.

Brax stood shocked, that wasn't what he pictured, he was actually hoping for a kiss!

"So cheeky!" He laughed at her, before Charlie had a chance to do anything else Brax lunged forward and grabbed her waist throwing her over his shoulder as he ran down the sand dune with her towards the water.

"BRAAAXX!" Charlie screamed in his ear whilst grabbing the bottom of his shirt holding on for dear life! "BRAX NO! Put me down!"

"Fancy going for a swim?"

"Brax no! Please please I'm begging put me down!" She may have sounded serious but she was actually screaming through fits of laughter.

Brax came to a halt at the edge of the water, you could hear the waves lapping as it drifted into shore, "Are you sure you don't want to go swimming?" He asked her.

"Yes I'm sure!"

"Are you gonna apologise for hitting me?"

"But you were making fun of me!" She put on a hurt voice.

"But a strapping, young, handsome man such as myself has a reputation to uphold and being hit by a girl half my size isn't going to do it or my ego any good!" He moved his hands down her legs slightly and lifted her so she slid even further down his back and closer to the water below, grinning the whole time, waiting for her next scream.

"BRAX NO! Ok ok I'm sorry, I was just playing I shouldn't of hit you, please can you put me down?"

Brax placed his hands back on her waist and slid her back over his shoulder and onto the ground. Leaving his hands on her hips he looked down smiling waiting for her to give him some recognition.

Charlie slowly lifted her head to be met by his gorgeous green eyes, she instantly felt the same pang of desire that she felt the first night they met. She lost herself in his eyes, eyes that seemed like they went on forever, like you could never see deep enough. She was brought out of her thoughts by his hand tucking a loose strand of hair away from her face and behind her ear, his hand resting on her neck as he gently pulled her forward, dipping his own head he brushed his lips against hers teasingly. Charlie couldn't take the teasing so she grabbed the front of his shirt and pulled him in further attaching his lips to her in a soft but passionate kiss. The kiss deepened, neither of them wanting to pull away first but having to when the need for air became too great.

"Mmm" Charlie opened her eyes to the sound Brax made to see him looking down at her, a light, content smile on his face, "Come on we better get you home"

Charlie smiled and nodded as Brax wrapped his arm round her shoulders as she looped hers around his waist leaning her head on his shoulder as they slowly walked back along the beach in a comfortable silence. Brax kept hold of Charlie all the way back to her house until the approached the front door. Regrettably letting go Charlie removed her arm from his body to get her keys out and unlock the door. Once she had done so she turned to face him. Brax immediately stepped forward placing his arms around her, the pair just stood looking into each other's eyes until Charlie spoke.

"Thank you for an amazing night Braxton"

"You are more than welcome Buckton, thank you for attending," He gave her a little wink causing her to giggle lightly, "But seriously Charlie thank you for coming, that has got to be the best first date I've ever been on, I really enjoyed being with you tonight and I hope we can do it again?"

"Thank you for asking me, I had a really good time and I would love to do it again." She smiled up at him.

"Good, consider it done! Now it's late so I better let you get to bed. Goodnight Charlie"

"Night Brax" Charlie said as Brax placed a light kiss on her lips before turning and beginning to walk away. She'd be lying if she said she was slightly disappointed, she was expecting something more fiery from him after their one on the beach. She was just turning to close the door when she heard his voice from behind her, swinging back round she saw he quickly walking towards her and finally he was back in front of her.

"Who am I kidding, that wasn't a goodnight kiss..." He grinned that sexy grin of his which Charlie instantly returned, butterflies swarming her stomach, before he cupped her face with his hands pulling her up to him and laying his lips on hers, the kiss started slow but as they both relaxed into it, it became deeper, exactly what Charlie was looking for. Brax grinned into the kiss as he felt her mouth open slightly allowing his tongue to slip in where it crashed into hers. Brax slid his hands from Charlie's face, tracing his fingertips down her neck causing Charlie to shiver and then down the sides of her body. Before Charlie could do anything else, Brax wrapped his arms around her waist and lifted her off the ground causing Charlie to giggle into his mouth. Once again the need to breath become too great so Brax gently placed Charlie back on the ground and released her lips from his, resting his forehead against hers.

"Wow" Charlie breathed before opening her eyes.

"Wow indeed!" Brax smiled at her, "I better get going." The disappointment in his voice had not gone unmissed by Charlie.

"Ok"

They both pulled away, Brax grabbed Charlie's hand squeezing it as he begun walking away.

"I'll call you tomorrow, Sweet Dreams gorgeous" He gave a slight wave as he walked down the path and out of sight.

He walked down the road towards his house, the smile on his face impossible to wipe away.

Charlie shut the door and locked it before leaning her back up against it. She took a deep breath and smiled before walking towards her bedroom feeling more content with herself and the world than she had done in a very long time...

Soooo...That my lovelies was Chapter 10! I know it was rather long, my longest yet but I wanted to write all about the date in the one chapter rather than keep you waiting even longer by splitting it in 2.

Anyway I hope you enjoyed reading as much as I enjoyed writing & I hope that it did not disappoint.

Please please review I know it has taken me a long time to get this chapter up but I would love to hear your thoughts.

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