Let us do something, while we have the chance! Still don't own Chuck.
Chapter 11—Dinner
Casa Bartowski
Chuck was stunned. 'She looked as amazingly beautiful as, well ever.' Her golden angel hair was highlighted by the setting sun. She wore simple diamond earrings and a matching diamond strand necklace. The dress was a satin dark shade of purple. It was strapless nicely accenting her trim figure. 'Very nicely accenting the figure, wow.' She had high heel sandals with straps that matched the color of the dress. And she had the bracelet on.
'Okay, how am I going to this? It has to be perfect. This has to go right. I have to let her talk.' He walked over to her trying not to show how nervous his was."Hi."
She was so happy that she saw what he had picked out for the dinner. 'He looks so nice. I need to make this special for us. And we need to talk about what is going to happen. I just need to talk with him.' She tried hard not rub her hands against her dress. "Hi."
'Got to do better. She looks amazing, beautiful, remarkable, exquisite.' As he stopped in front of her, "You look wonderful."
"Thank you," she blushed a bit. 'He is so confident. Maybe this new Intersect, no this is Chuck. He looks so handsome and attractive tonight.' As she looked him over, "You look very debonair."
"Thank you." He looked down at her hand and took it in his. "Ready to go?"
"Yeah," she scrunched up her shoulders like this was a big treat. They walked out of the courtyard to the sidewalk out front of the apartments.
"So how are we going to get there?" Sarah knew Chuck would have a plan for this but didn't see any cars. In a second a limo pulled up. Sarah almost expected Casey to get out as the driver.
Chuck was happy to see the driver he recognized as one of the guards from the night before. He managed to get to the door before the driver and watched Sarah gracefully get in the car. Since he didn't want her to slide across the seats, he quickly made it to the other side.
Chuck knew that the best approach would be to get all the problems out in the open. He had been thinking about this part of the evening for a while. He didn't want to talk business all night. "Everything okay?" He held her hand and said, "Let's talk about whatever the problem is now."
"Chuck, you need to know this and I need your help. Chuck I am leaving in the morning, I'm so sorry I wanted to wait until after dinner to tell you. I have to go back and talk with Director Robins. He has been working with General Beckman to secure your position. There are still those that want you to be in a bunker or worse. I can't let that happen." As she concluded she had both her hands holding his.
"Well, you know I trust you. Would it help if I went with you?" Chuck was beginning to wonder what he had gotten them into.
"I know you do, but I am not sure about trusting them yet." She was looking into his eyes for the acceptance of her conclusions.
Chuck looked at her. She was certain of this. "Okay and you know I'll help you with anything." He was torn about this, but he could not, not risk asking. "You do know I will have a couple conditions? You go with at least two of Casey's protection details. And I pick one of our new teams to cover you. They will either go with you or catch a follow-on flight. And you go with whatever other security measures Dad or Casey have in mind."
"Chuck…" she got cut off.
"No. I know you are a super spy who can handle anything. You have continuously saved my life. And just so you know, I am not willing to risk yours." He was getting more and more concerned. He had to convince her. "It was too easy for both Fulcrum and the Ring agents to get to Beckman. If you or any of us go anywhere we have to have a solid plan, to ensure the travelers safety.
"I mean just look at what we are doing. I worked with Casey and my Dad for the last two days to get this set up." He noticed that she finally started taking in their surroundings. "We have a bullet proof limo, two trail vehicles, a chopper overhead, and three surveillance teams where we are headed for protection."
"Chuck I can't do this, this is something for…" Sarah stopped. He was getting good at interrupting her.
"When I told my dad, he agreed and got Casey to agree too. As my dad said, 'she needs a good time out. It will only get worse. And what the three of you have been doing this without any relief for the past two years. Take her out and show her a really good time.' And Casey jumped at setting this up. I think both of them likely have a few very nice surprises for us tonight.
"I understand you need to go back. I don't necessarily have to like it. But I do want to make sure you are protected." Chuck changed his position and gave her his most pleading look. "Sarah, I am still trying to get used to how the agencies work."
"Don't get used to it. What makes you special is that you are not like every other company man. You are a good guy and want to help. Leave the in-fighting to me." Sarah was definitely impressed with Chuck. He had convinced her, probably saved her again. "Yes, the security is a good idea. I am so glad I have you to protect me." She bent over to give him a kiss as they pulled up to the portico of the restaurant.
"Uhmm, here we are." The doors were being opened as he said it. 'Okay, a way lot faster than I am.' Chuck looked up at the driver. "Thank you." Chuck was going to ask if he was coming in but decided that would be pointless. Casey would have made sure he stayed with the limo to make sure no one tampered with it.
The maître d' met them at the door. Chuck and Sarah knew they were getting the royal treatment. He showed them to a suitably sized table in the secluded corner with the window overlooking the bay. It was a breathtaking red sky with the sail boats and catamarans using the evening breeze to glide toward their docks.
Sarah almost gasped, "Wow that's beautiful."
Chuck thought so too, but he was so happy this was working. 'She must have been in some fabulous places before this. I hope this really does stay special.' He looked at her with a smile, "I know."
The waiter came and offered them the special of the night, a classic shrimp cocktail, chopped spinach salad, filet and Australian lobster tail, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and for desert Raspberry Crème Brulee. The waiter offered what he thought was the best wine for their selection, an Australian Vintage Chardonnay. Chuck offered a toast to her and she returned it.
Chuck looked around; the moment was not going to be any more perfect. "I have something for you I was going to give it to you when Ellie got back but considering the circumstances I kind of want to give it to you today."
"Chuck we are going to be fine, I promise. It will be a short trip, nothing will happen." Sarah stopped as the appetizer was served. She was still concern he was reacting to the trip.
Chuck thought he better give her the full explanation. He had been rehearsing it in his mind ever since the wedding reception. "There are a couple things we need to talk about. Look you know how I feel about you. I love you. And I am crazy about you. You are the greatest thing that has ever happened to me."
As he paused to catch his breath, Sarah was smiling. Her eyes, face and hair seemed to glow. "Chuck, you know I love you. You are that guy. Not everyone would have done what you have. As a matter of fact you are that hero and I love you."
"Yeah, well the last few days the only thing I can think about is our future together. It's changed. I think we can finally be together for real. Sure we will still have covers and no one can know what we do, but they can know about us. The more I think about it I realized that I can't wait. I can't wait any longer. All that I know is that I want you forever. What I'm getting at here is Sarah Walker will you do me the honor…" This time he knew he was faster than the driver. He was down one knee and had the box out. "The honor of being with me forever as my wife?"
"Yes, Chuck." She pulled him to her, held his hands and kissed him. It was another tender kiss that pulled them together. "You know this is still going to be hard."
He slipped the ring on her finger. It was a perfect match. "I know."
A/N So is this how everyone would see it happening? Please comment. Really would like feedback on this one.
