Chapter 5
Bonnie walked on the beach and looked around. She told Jake she wanted
somewhere private so no one would see them. She was nervous.
Jake : Hey.
She got startled and gasped.
Jake : Jeez, I feel like I'm trying to murder you or something.
Bonnie : Sorry, I'm nervous.
Jake : It's going to be alright, c'mon.
She followed him to a small cove.
Jake : So what do you think ?
Bonnie : she looked around It's quiet and nice.
Jake : And isolated just like you wished.
Bonnie : Thanks for that.
The young doctor layed a blanket on the sand and invited her to sit down. They
could hear the waves rolling on the beach.
Bonnie : I made chicken she opened her basket
Jake : he smiled My favorite meat. I brought some stuff too.
Bonnie : Oh really ? I'm surprised she blushed I didn't mean to say...
Jake : No, it's fine. A man who knows how to cook is rare I admit.
Bonnie : How did that happen ?
Jake : Well I was always a curious mind- that's how I became a doctor later- but when I was a kid I used to observe my mom after school watching what she was preparing for dinner.
Bonnie : And that's how you learned.
Jake : Indeed. I'm not sure it's good so he opened his own basket if you get food poisoning I can cure you he flashed a smile
Bonnie : Oh but I'm a nurse dear Doctor Riley so I can do that on my own.
Jake : Bonnie, you just ruined my pickup line.
Bonnie : Sorry.
Jake : I was joking, don't worry he took out some sandwiches and a salad I hope you will like it though.
Bonnie : I'll be the judge. Did you think about the plates and everything else ?
Jake : I...*he looked in his basket* Oh no.
Bonnie : I got that covered she smiled
Later
Elena was brushing her long hair. The sun just disappeared and she looked at
the clock. She was supposed to meet Jeremy in fifteen minutes outside. She got
up and walked to her closet wondering what she could wear. It was not a fancy
date but she always wanted to look pretty. After a few hesitations she picked up
a red dress.
Jeremy was waiting impatiently. He didn't have a lot of time and Elena needed
to hurry up. The girl was gorgeous but she was often late ! Finally he saw her
coming out of the house quietly and smiled.
Elena : Sorry I'm late.
Jeremy : It's all forgotten he kissed her
Elena : Mmmm someone is eager.
Jeremy : We should go now. I have less than two hours now.
Elena : Let's go.
Meanwhile
Bonnie : So you forgot the plates but not the candles ?
Jake : What can I say ? I'm romantic he shrugged
Bonnie : she looked at the waves The ocean's so beautiful.
Jake : Bon, can I ask you something ?
Bonnie : What do you want to know ?
Jake : Don't take this wrong but how did you become a nurse ?
Bonnie : You're asking this because of my skin color.
Jake : I didn't mean to offend you.
Bonnie : White folks always think skin is a big issue she turned to him If I tell you something very personnal will you keep it for yourself ?
Jake : Of course.
Bonnie : My mom's a maid like a lot of black women. In the early 20's she worked for a rich politician. White obviously. He was married but it didn't stop him from having an affair with my mom. When she got pregnant he fired her. But since he felt guilty he provided for her and the baby. I met him once or twice. A tall man.
Jake : Are you telling me your dad's white ? You're half white ?
Bonnie : she laughed a little You're reacting as if I'm some kind of fairy. It's not that unusual. I mean mixed children not fairies.
Jake : I'm just surprised. Your skin...
Bonnie : It's more my mom's side.
Jake : So this politician...
Bonnie : You won't know more about his identity. He lives in Washington. I have two half siblings that have no idea I exist. So when I grew up and wanted to become a nurse I went to see my dad. He pulled some strings and asked for a favor. That's how I'm here now. You can't tell anyone, please.
Jake : I promise he touched her face softly and leaned in before kissing her