Why did I do that? Ron probably thinks I'm desperate or something.He has a charm about him that I instantly connect with.
A thud interrupts my thoughts. "So, where do you want these books?" Ron asks.
"Here, put those down by the window." I push another box out of the way.
Ron runs a hand through his hair and looks around. "I'm guessing you like to read?"
I chuckle. "Well I am a librarian, so yeah you could say that."
He looks me up and down. "I can see it."
"And what's that supposed to mean?" I fold my arms across my chest.
"Nothing. You just…I just…reading suits you well," Ron stammers.
"Oh thanks. Nice to have someone think that. My mom is another story." I sit down on one of the boxes.
Ron finds a box next to me. "Well besides books, what do you need as a librarian? Are you working here?" He gestures around the room.
I take my hair out of its ponytail and let my hair fall to past my shoulders. "No, there's an old library downtown that I'll start at eventually. It's getting redone. I could however use some shelves and a desk and chairs. Maybe some artwork to make this space nice."
Ron stands up. "If you don't mind traveling a bit, there's a nice shop about an hour outside of town with quality furniture."
Is he really asking if I went to spend an hour in the car with him? How could I say no to sitting beside such a charmer for an hour, well more if you count coming back. "Are you sure? Why are you doing this?"
"Yes, I'm sure. To be honest I know how it feels to be alone on your own," Ron says. "Come on it will be worth it."
"Okay. In that case I'm going to go to the bathroom before we go." I take my phone into the bathroom with me and send a copious amount that's texts to my best friend Hannah.
What would you do if I told you I am about to sit in the car, what a handsome man for an hour just to go get furniture for my office?
Hannah: First of all, who are you? What have you done with Hermione Granger? Second, how did you snag him so quickly?
I will call you later with the details about him and your wedding. He's waiting for me so I have to go.
Hey hurry and wash my hands then meet Ron out the living room area. "Sorry about that."
Ron kind of shrugs. "Are you ready to go? The shop closes early on the weekend."
"Well let's go then," I say, grabbing my purse on the way out the door.
When we get out to Ron's Fiat, I can't help but giggle a little.
Ron opens the car door for me. "And what May I ask is so funny?"
I can't ignore the flutter in my stomach at this gesture. "Nothing. I Just can see it." I nod at the purple car seat in the back. "You being a Dad."
He starts the car and puts in the navigation for the furniture shop. "Yeah. She's my whole world."
Ron and I are sitting in an oddly comfortable silence until Hannah calls. "I'm sorry. I told my friend I was busy with you, but I'm the bridesmaid at her wedding and…"
"Don't mind me. You can take your call," Ron says. He adjusts the air conditioning unit.
"Thanks." I call Hannah back. "Hey, what's wrong now?"
"Who said anything was wrong?"
"Considering you just texted me half an hour ago and didn't mention anything. One can only assume something catastrophic happened."
"How's the handsome man doing?" Hannah asks.
"You're kidding right?" I shake my head.
"No, but I do need you to confirm who you are bringing with you as your plus one."
"Everything is fine. And I told you already that I'm not bringing anyone."
"Hermione Granger, you are not coming to my wedding by yourself!" Hannah's voice rings through the car. "What about this guy you told me about. He sounds cute. Ask him."
I must have accidentally pressed the speaker button as I shifted my phone with my hand.
I dare to look at Ron, who has the most adorable smirk on his face.
"Already talking about me with your friends?" Ron says as he navigates around the corner.
"Ohh is that him! He is a charmer," Hannah blurts out.
"Hannah! Look, I'll have an answer by the end of the week."
"No she won't. When's the wedding I'll be her date!" Ron says with such boldness.
I stare at him like he's gone crazy! What the hell?!
"Wedding is in a month. See you two in 30 days!" Hannah hangs up.
"Are you Crazy?! I don't even know you. You can pretend to be my date at a wedding." I eye him up and down. Ugh why is he so cute?
"Yeah, and you got in the car with me to look for furniture. Like a newly married couple." Ron says matter of factly.
"Well you offered and I need furniture." I reply.
"Uh-huh and you accepted." Ron points out.
"Ugh just drive. Are we almost there?" I huff out a sigh and turn to look out the window.
Ron chuckles and shakes his head. "We still have half an hour to go."
"Fantastic," I Mutter, but can't help but smile.