Almost finished this chapter, in this latest chapter wanted to add in the greatest values of friendships and blossoming relationships. Derek finally goes on a date with Julie but will things going according to plan and Robbie has to deal with relationship issiues.
Heart of Gold
Chapter 11- Part 1: This is could be the start of Something special
For some unforeseen reason, Derek had been eventually encouraged to accept Julie's generous offer of a few drinks while he stayed in Bristol, he soon wondered whether he'd for some reason been bitten by an determined lovebug. In his heart he quite effectually admired the wonderful sights and the tourist locations of this one individual city; gorgeous scenery and stunning landscape, perfect city street cafes for someone to grab a bacon buttie from whenever they felt peckish. He had still somewhat looked for forgiveness and kindness but to his knowing eye he was feeling much more better, any thought of his policing career teetering on the edge was soon forgotten about.
"Derek a word of warning, should be watchful with Julie, she doesn't enjoy any man playing around with her feelings" Rhod quietly muttered to his new friend.
"Last boyfriend cheated on her, she discovered who he'd been cheating with and soon enough she confronted them in the local pub right in front of everyone, she humiliated him by pouring the entire content of her pint all over him, classic scene it was" Rhod enthusiastically rushed ahead as he escorted Derek to his car.
"Chuffing bloody marvelous, I just know I'm gonna get my eyeballs used as snooker balls if I happen to say something offensive to her, can't be having that Derek you need to keep even-tempered and sensible " Derek murmured, his feet shuffled along the pathway, Julie awaited him, just as he arrived to his parked car near the archway bridge.
"Derek were you just speaking to yourself?" Julie didn't seem so greatly surprised, she found this scene highly amusing, struggling to prevent herself from grinning furthermore. Bless him, he came across suddenly panicky and bewildered- assuming he mostly act like this every time he chatted to women, rebuffing their advances every time an conversational topic turned to romance.
"No, I was speculating whether perhaps going to the nearest restaurant for a meal may help us get along more and discover some new about one another" Derek shyly came clean, he wasn't someone who liked being upfront and honest, he respected any woman who clearly demonstrated either curiosity or thoughtfulness towards him.
"Cat pinched your tongue has it Derek? Because it appears you look as bloody nervous as an Vicar at an pop concert" Rhod ironically implied, he selflessly sniggered hoping he hadn't insulted.
"And has Hogan the crocodile painfully nipped on your nostrils and made your nose become bloody inquisitive suddenly," Derek replied, happier than ever, his eyes looking elsewhere, he dryly coughed before carefully climbing into the driver's compartment, his head adjusted backwards against the comfy headrest. His eyes looked upwards and met Julie's beautiful intense stare, surprisingly he never attempted to glanced away, effectively becoming drawn to her.
"You haven't answered my question Derek, can't keep an impatient woman hanging on, don't know what could happen, may turn my attentions elsewhere and seductively flutter my eyelashes on the next newcomer in town" Julie asked, she certainly showed she never reasonably enjoyed listening to any disrespectful man's halfhearted drawn-out attempts and excuses. It became noteworthy that she definitely displayed unique feistiness.
"If I consent will you stop constantly nagging me like a parrot" Derek requested, why did every woman he met have to likewise be so challenging and demanding.
"Yes, Westways restaurant, around 8pm tonight, yes or no?" Julie answered his request, hopefully he wouldn't reject her generous offer.
"Guess I can't decline, might as well, considering as I'm fascinated, bearing in mind to see more of what Bristol has to offer, see you later Julie" Derek cheekily grinned, his behaviour giving the impression he seemingly acted more similar to an mischievous teenager.
"Can I come long, Never tried the food in Westways, been informed its really delicious" Rhod asked compassionately, realizing he hadn't tried restaurant food before in his life.
"No" Julie replied by nudging him in his left shoulder, whilst they watched on as Derek's car drove away from them, he mentioned he required to successfully search for numerous hotels and book a few nights in one of Bristol's finest city street hotel, he never wanted to kick up a fuss on how much a night it might possibly cost.
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Heading back towards the Swan Hotel by where he'd booked two nights in and one single room, Robbie Gordon found himself drawn to speculation, he'd thought of what sadness his friend could be going through, his job on the line, Robbie presumed that Derek ought to be forgiven by the head of the Greater Manchester Police, some Detectives had made bigger cock-ups previously far more greater than DCI Litton had done. He began to become concerned when he hadn't heard back of any significant news on the outcome of the hearing, it wasn't like Derek not to get back in contact.
Robbie reached a hand into his pocket, at least he'd come of age when it came to matter of love and romance, he'd bought Eva an diamond necklace as a gift, he hoped giving into her would settle the unsteady nervous patch between them for when he returned back at Edgeley Street in two days time.
Walking upward the graveled footpath ; Out of the blue he caught an familiar glimpse of what he assumed to be DCI Litton's car parked outside the Swan hotel and his boss' legendary grouchy voice losing patience with an nervous receptionist at the help desk.
"Derek what the bloody hell are you doing here?, of all places, thought you'd be awaiting the fate of your career back in Manchester" Robbie shook his friend's hand and stood alongside him at the help desk, Derek's eye catching a peek of the receptionist's see through blouse. Robbie couldn't help laughing, he'd always missed seeing his friend's eye-catching flirtatious stares.
"Bloody hell you daft round headed baffoon, let me guess have you been chucked out of Edgeley Street for aggressive behaviour towards a suspect or another colleague?" Derek asked, knowing his Scottish friend far too well, always knowing what terrible remarks made him unhappy.
"That's right, fortunately I just got an warning, next time my temper explodes I'll be faced with serious consequences" Robbie worryingly mentioned, he looked like he deserved a drink.
"So you decided on an last minute break, clearing yer head, I don't blame yer" Derek said.
" Yeah you could say that, needed space and to be out of London" Robbie gratefully replied, he stared at his long time friend, wondering why he was hesistating answering his own question " So you haven't answered my question, what brings you to Bristol? feels strange that we've bumped into each other in another city" Robbie still thought his question needed answering.
"Just found Bristol very appealing, got into an argument with this cyclist and I might be smitten with his sister, bagged myself a date with her" Derek filled Robbie in what happened earlier in the day, the scottish detective looked surprised that things appeared to be looking much improved for the DCI.
"You cheeky bugger, still got enough incredible charisma to put James Bond to shame" Robbie said, this time straight-faced without laughing , he leant forward across the wooden surface counter.
"How are things with you and Eva, your romance blossoming or have matters gone down hill?" Derek caringly asked, everytime he and Robbie chatted, he knew he was looking out for his friend's best interests at heart.
"I don't know, before I left, I said I was going to Bristol, she said she wasn't sure whether she could trust me, if I was going to cheat her with the bimbo I clapped my eyes on" Robbie's eyes looked so differently, surprisingly he acknowledged he was exposing an unknown vulnerable side to himself.
The receptionist's eyes glanced upwards, Robbie hoped he hadn't given her an impression he liked her.
"Mr Litton, I've booked you into Room 14, its on the second floor, the lift is to your left and the staircase is on the far right " She flashed an affectionate smile, as Derek paid for his temporary booked room, finally she handed him his room key.
"Don't know if she likes you Robbie, she looks blushed everytime I look at her, I suspect she might have been checking me out for some reason, proves I've still charming and women all my machismo feelings" Derek throroughly whispered to Robbie. Derek, placed his sunglasses inside his top jacket pocket and lifted his only suitcase, walking alongside his friend towards the lift.
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Night time fell directly above the sky of Bristol, the River Avon looked absolutely stunning and utterly beautiful, the stars illuminated across the sky, reflecting over the river.
Derek particuarly felt nervous looking upwards at the sky and the continuous stars , he hardly knew why this became apparent, however nothing could spoil this night for him. Robbie persuaded him to look unsurpassed and not to horribly criticize what dress Julie might wear for the date.
"How do I look?" Derek studied his appearance in the mirror, the more he looked, the more he seemed to look similiarly like an lawyer. He pouted his lips considerably, rubbing his fingers under his chin to check for no possible signs of a stubble seeing as he hadn't shaved for three days.
"Bugger you look like the next James Bond, very sophisticated and handsome, I reckon Julie will be for a quite night tonight with you" Robbie cheekily winked his left eye and made an naughty noise with his teeth and tongue.
"Are you going to act like an ill-mannered fairy all night, whilst you've got nothing to do" Derek said, as he began combing his hair back.
"No, are you feeling nervous Derek?" Robbie asked.
"Do I look bloody nervous?, what a terrible question to ask - Derek Litton doesn't go around looking frightened of a what woman has to say, he's take personal romantic suggestions one step at a time" Derek couldn't believe that to be a proper question, he didn't mind his friend showing some support.
"You may as well be getting your skates on, almost 7.40, won't she be waiting for you, let's hope she doesn't think you've stood her up" Robbie sat perched on the bed, in his room.
"Yes alright, the any longer you waffle on for, the more later you'll make me" Derek muttered, not looking too impressed by Robbie's some times negative comments.
"Sorry If I'm acting irrational, I just miss Eva that's all, only been a day and I'm missing her like crazy, have fun on your date" Robbie advised watching on as he was now left all alone in his room without nothing to entertain him.
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From his impression of what he saw The Westways restaurant didn't look as popular than Julie claimed, the restaurant was almost empty, two other customers occupying one of the tables. Remember what Robbie told yer, do not bugger up something special that might blossom between me and Julie, she seems very sweet and nice, reminds me of that Alex Drake I met the other week.
"What time do you call this?, I've been freezing my knickers off waiting for you" Julie giggled, joining Derek at the table, she looked completely and ridiculously gorgeous, her eyes sparkled amazingly, her hair looked curled upwards, her evening dress looked utterly dazzling.
"You look beautiful tonight" Derek said, thankfully he hadn't said nothing too bad to upset her feelings.
"You too, putting in quite an effort to impress me" She complimented his magnetic appearance.
"You going to order because I'm starving" Derek asked, patting his stomach, he needed a drink to help clear his throat.
As Robbie decided on checking out the bars and restaurant in and around Bristol City Centre, he swiftly chose to escape boredom in his hotel room and headed into town. He preferred being a policeman in this decade, if he hadn't become one his second choice would have been playing a football career for Celtic. He kept a low profile not aiming to attract any woman's attention, as he dashed up the slopy road, someone called out to him, a woman's voice, an all too well know voice, he glanced over his shoulder and saw Eva standing there.
"How did you know where to look for me?" He struggled to get his head round why she'd come to see him.
"I had Des phone up every hotel in Bristol to find where you were staying and he told me the receptionist said you were booked in for a few night the hotel where she worked" Eva answered.
"Robbie I'm really glad I've found you, we need to talk about where our relationship is going" Eva seemed confused, she had some important he should hear.
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