Game of Thrones: Love in the Hardest Places
Chapter 12 of my Game of Thrones story, enjoy.
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Chapter 12
Smiling to herself, Arya approached Gendry's truck which was parked in the driveway of her family home. It was time for their prearranged date, always an interesting occurrence, at least to those that knew them. Arya was well known for her dim view of romance and what she derided as 'mushy stuff'. Yet with Gendry, who respected her views and treated her unquestionably as an equal, her actions seemed almost contradictory.
'I don't get why they make such a big deal out of it, I'm still myself.' Arya reflected. 'I mean, okay I made a bit more effort, but I could do that for anything, if I felt like it.'
It was true; she had made an effort at her appearance. Usually she disdained make-up and just threw on any old shirt and jeans and felt she was set. If it was warm she'd wear shorts, but avoided skirts and dresses like the plague, even when making an effort. So it was she almost laughed at Gendry's eye roll as he noted her appearance; her hair just long enough to pull back into a small ponytail, light coat of eyeshadow; pair of black denim shorts with black leggings underneath, a black tank-top, white ankle socks and black flats. She also wore a silver pendant necklace with her family's old sigil of a wolf acting as the pendant.
Gendry himself had dressed up well too; something that was unusual. Yet he looked good in a pair of denim jeans, a dark blue T-shirt, white socks and new black sneakers.
"Wow…" He breathed, eyes widening as he saw Arya; particularly her outfit. "You look…incredible."
Arya laughed. "Thanks, you look great too."
Gendry smiled and bent down, kissing her. Then, together they got in his car before driving away.
As they drove, Gendry grinned as he glanced at Arya again.
"I meant it you know, you look stunning; I love you." He said.
Arya smiled. "I know; thank you…After everything that's happened, all that hassle with that asshole in school, you stick by me and I am glad for that. I know I may not say it often; but I love you too Gendry."
He grinned and nodded and continued to drive; as they did so, they both basked in the happiness and warmth of their time together. Gendry knew how much it meant for Arya to say that. He couldn't deny he was looking forward to this date. They soon arrived at the restaurant they had arranged for their date and got out of the car. Grinning Arya took Gendry's hand and they began to walk inside. The hostess welcomed them warmly.
"Hello, how may I help you?"
Gendry smiled and spoke. "We've made a reservation; Gendry Waters and Arya Stark."
The hostess nodded. "Ah yes, this way please."
The young woman smiled at Arya in a polite way and Arya was happy to see this girl wasn't like others. Most other girls she ran into while out with Gendry shamelessly flirted with him, as if she didn't exist.
They were soon shown to their table; sitting down, and consulting their menus. They ordered their drinks and soon, before long, they made their orders and were soon waiting for their meal.
"Wow, it hasn't really been that long, since all this…started." Gendry said softly. "But it feels like ages."
Arya nodded. "Yeah, exactly how I feel."
Gendry agreed and they waited, their starters being brought, they began to eat, occasionally talking, even as they ate and finally finishing. As they waited for their main course to come, Gendry smiled and leaned closer. Arya did not hesitate and responded in kind and they kissed, enjoying the sensation deeply. Their main course arrived shortly afterwards and they resumed eating. As they finally finished and paid for the meal they began heading out to Gendry's car.
"So, Arry, um, how exactly are we…?" He began, unsure.
She just smiled. "It's cool, let's get back to your place, I'm not expected home for quite a while yet."
He raised an eyebrow at that. "You're sure?"
"Oh yeah." She replied confidently. "Let's get going."
Gendry almost wanted to laugh at that, particularly the sly smirk on Arya's face as she said that. Still he nodded and began driving her to his home.
End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.
