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Chapter 108: Change of Plans

Roughly two and a half hours later...

I took a deep breath as I took a look at myself in the full length mirror on the back of my bedroom door – a recent purchase that I knew would be helpful in times like these.

I was wearing a white, button down blouse, that had sleeves that ended at the elbow. The top also had some lace V-yokes above the bust area. I had paired the top with a pair of black leggings, that were decorated with faux leather piping and snap straps on the hips. For footwear, I decided on a pair of simple black boots with a block heel, and a strap up near the top.

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My makeup was my usual style – minimal - but with a slight "cat eye" look. I had my hair up in a high ponytail, but to change things up a bit, I had slightly curled the ends of my hair.

I felt extremely nervous as I looked at my reflection in the mirror. Not because I was going on a date with Zak. Not because it was the six month anniversary since we had met – okay, that might have a little to do with it. But I was mainly nervous because there was a last minute change of plans, and now I was going to be officially meeting Zak's mother, Nancy.

I had only talked to her briefly on the phone once, and of course, I had embarrassed myself to death. So, I was absolutely terrified of what meeting her in person was going to be like.

Zak had called about twenty minutes earlier with the news...

"Hello Bagans," I answered my phone playfully, as I sat on the edge of my bed to start putting on my heels.

I had chosen the good ole "little black dress" for our date – it was a little more revealing than I was used too, but I was getting a bit more comfortable each time I tried something new.

"Hey doll," Zak said, sounding amused at my greeting, but not as cheerful as usual.

"Is everything okay?" I asked, setting my heels aside.

"Well...I kinda screwed up, and now there's a change of plans," Zak replied, sound a little sheepish.

I fidgeted slightly on the bed from my nervousness.

"What kind of change?" I asked.

"Well, you see...my mom just called. Just the usual conversation, but I happened to mention about how you and I were going out to dinner, and how it's six months since we've met," Zak started.

"You didn't..." I said nervously, but not at all mad.

"I'm sorry doll. When she realized it's been six months, she insisted on wanting to come with us so she could meet you. I tried everything..." Zak said, sounding a little sad and worried.

I couldn't help but smile a bit, I knew how much he loved his mother. And I really wasn't mad. Just anxious at the idea of meeting her, but I knew it would have to happen eventually.

"It's okay Zak, she kind of has a point," I replied honestly.

"You're not mad?" Zak questioned, sounding a little surprised, causing me to chuckle quietly.

"Of course not, I'm just anxious now, that's all," I answered.

"I thought you might get angry because I was making it a big deal about it being a six month 'anniversary'," Zak said, sounding relieved.

"I'm not mad Zak, it's okay," I said in reassurance. "Maybe whatever next anniversary we celebrate, it could be parent free though," I added in a joking tone.

Can't believe I just said that...'next anniversary'... I thought.

"You can count on that," Zak said, and I knew he must have been smiling from ear to ear.

I smiled to myself.

"So, is there any other changes? Time? Change of restaurant?" I asked.

"Nope, time and place still the same. But would you be able to meet us there?" Zak asked. "I have to pick her up," Zak grumbled, causing me to laugh quietly.

"That's fine, I'll see you there at eight," I replied.

"Alright. Thanks for being so understanding doll," Zak said, and I couldn't help but smile.

"No problem, see you in a bit," I answered.

"You bet," Zak replied, and we both hung up.

So now here I was, debating if this outfit was "meeting the mother" appropriate. I probably could of just stuck with the dress, but I was so nervous, I wanted to be more comfortable.

Once I was reassured as I was going to be about my appearance, I grabbed my purse I had chosen for the evening, as well as a faux leather jacket, and walked downstairs and toward the living room.

Aaron - who was spending the night with Cheryl while I was out with Zak – noticed me first.

"Well hello," he said, in his silly flirty tone he often used whenever he saw things he liked, and could be heard quite often in his Snapchats.

I couldn't help but laugh as I felt my face flush a bit, and before I could respond, Cheryl spoke up.

"Ooo, you look nice! But what happened to the dress? That was smoking!" Cheryl asked, causing me to laugh.

"There's been a change of plans...Zak accidentally let it slip while talking to his mother about the two of us going out tonight, and it being the 'six month anniversary'," I started, making quotes with my fingers. "She insisted on coming, so tonight has become 'meet the mother' night," I finished.

"Accidentally my ass," Aaron joked, causing Cheryl and I to laugh.

"Yeah...I'm not totally believing that," I responded, then looked at Cheryl. "Does this look okay? I wasn't sure what to do," I added.

She smiled and nodded.

"You're fine, very respectable and appropriately covered up," Cheryl responded.

"Are you fucking with me...cause seriously," I started, causing Aaron and Cheryl to laugh.

"No! Seriously, you look great," Cheryl responded.

I laughed and rubbed my forehead a bit.

"I'm sorry, just super nervous now," I said, walking over to the front door and pulling my jacket on – lifting the ponytail out from between my back and the jacket.

"Nancy is a sweetheart, don't need to worry Munchkin," Aaron said seriously, and I smiled.

"Thanks Aaron," I replied, double checking my purse that I had everything I needed before grabbing my keys. "Alright, well, I'm meeting them there, so I'll see you guys later," I added, as I opened the front door.

"Have fun Ali!" Cheryl called.

"No shenanigans in front of mommy Bagans!" Aaron called, causing all of us to laugh.

"Fuck off Aaron," I replied, as I walked out the door.

I could hear the laughter from inside increase in volume as I closed and locked the front door.

I laughed quietly to myself as a I walked down to my car.

I arrived at the location of where Zak, Nancy and I were going to have dinner. Zak had made reservations – which he thankfully was able to alter to add Nancy – at "Sage" restaurant, located at the "Aria" Resort and Casino. I had never been there, and was looking forward to see everything.

I found a spot as close to the main entrance as possible and parked my car, and then stepped out of the car, locking the doors behind me.

I glanced around at my surroundings as I walked toward the entrance, and was once again blown away by the lighting and architecture of another one of Las Vegas' popular resorts. There was a large, beautiful fountain in the middle of the valet parking and drop off lanes – each stream of water a different colour. Along the curved path that followed the front of the building, were groupings of small trees with white lights shining up from below. The building itself was of course, massive, and was several stories high – made of reflective glass, which beautiful reflected the setting sun in the sky.

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Beautiful... I thought.

Suddenly, a familiar voice distracted me from my thoughts.

"Hello beautiful," Zak's voice came softly from near the entrance.

I looked over to see him near one of the brick walls that were on either side of the entrance. He was leaning against the wall near the white, glowing "Aria" sign. As per usual, he was wearing a pair of black jeans – although I noticed they seemed less baggy than normal – and a navy blue, short sleeved, button up shirt. He had his contacts in tonight, and his hair was styled to perfection.

"Hey you," I replied softly as I walked over to him, and saw a smile form on his face.

When I was close enough that I was only a few steps away, I saw his eyes drift down over my body, before drifting back up to meet my eyes, and a smirk had formed at one corner of his mouth.

"Well, don't you look sexy tonight," Zak said softly, as he stepped away from the wall and stepped up to me, sliding his hands under my jacket to rest on my hips.

I smiled shyly and glanced around nervously, expecting to see his mother.

"She's inside," Zak said, seemingly reading my thoughts, and then he pulled me closer to him.

I smiled up at him and rested one of my hands on his arm, and rested my other hand on his chest, taking a small piece of the material of his shirt between my fingers.

"Navy blue...I like this colour on you," I said softly, sliding the material through my fingers before looking up at him.

"You do huh?" Zak asked softly, smirking at me. "I'll keep that in mind," Zak added, before he leaned down and gently kissed me.

I smiled in response before letting his lips meet mine, and I kissed him back gently – kissing for a few seconds before we both pulled back.

"Ready to go inside," Zak asked softly, his hands still on my hips.

"Nope," I teased jokingly, feeling my nerves kick in again.

Zak laughed.

"Just be yourself, and I know she'll love you," Zak said, lightly kissing my forehead before gently pulling back and taking one of my hands in his.

"If you say so," I replied, taking a bit of a deep breath as we walked into the main entrance, and then headed toward the entrance of the restaurant.

"I know so," Zak said, smiling down at me as he gave my hand a reassuring squeeze.