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Chapter: 5 Date Night
~'Wait… please wait don't go!' The guy keeps walking. 'Wait we need you please don't go, we need you!' Running toward him, she can't seem to reach him. 'Abby needs you; she can't do it alone…' He turns around… 'Nigel… Numbuh 1!' He fades…~
Abby awakens with a start, breathing heard in a cold sweat. Looking around she spots Hoagie sleeping.
'Whoo, it was just a dream. Nigel you fool… how could you go? We miss you…'
Abby looks at her watch, 06:00 in the morning.
'Ugh its way too early for this, but guess Abby gone get up and shower.'
Hoagie turns over. 'Hmm she had that dream again… it's been years since she had it, hopefully she isn't stressing too much. Guess I'll let her be, she didn't wake me this time, must not have been too bad this time.' He rolls over and goes back to sleep
'Abby had the crazy dream again, can't believe it. Abby thought she got over that. Guess a girl neva really gets over losing a friend. She sighs, 'Must be all the partyin…must be getting to Abby.'
Stepping out of the shower and putting a towel around her, she comes and sits in a chair facing the window.
'Nigel, where are you? Please come back. Neva though Abby would miss ya like dis.'
Hoagie slips up behind her putting his arms around her and kisses her forehead.
"Is everything alright my love? It happened again didn't it?"
Sighing she answers, "Yes sugah it did… you don't think Abby thinkin too much do ya? Abby knows it's been awhile, but it still gets to Abby ya know?"
"It is okay Sweet pea, I know you miss him we all do. I know you and Wally took it the hardest when he left. He'll be back; we know this, just wait you'll see." He kisses her and holds her close
"Thanks Hoags, what would Abby do without ya baby?"
He laughs, "Haha, well for one… freeze." He looks at her covering her with her towel. "If I wasn't you'd probably have gone crazy." He winks
Abby laughs "Well aint that the truth, Abby needs someone to take the edge off." She kisses him and gives him a hug.
Abby got dressed as Hoagie laid back in the bed. Down the stairs, she went to get breakfast. To her surprise, she isn't alone.
"Hey Abigail, didn't think anyone was up this early, coffee?"
"Thanks honey, two sugahs, that'll wake Abby right up. Why are you up so early girl, didn't you get in late?"
"Oh…uh I couldn't really sleep, just thinking you know…how about yourself?"
"Oh Abby couldn't sleep, so she just decided to make it an early one. So what's keepin you up girl? You know you can tell Abby."
Rachel sighs, "Well, I met this guy last night…"
'Oh here it goes.' Abby smiles
"He was so… so… charming, magnificent…brilliant. I've never met a man such him, and what a perfect gentleman he is… he just so… wow…"
Abby Chuckles "Hello, hey… earth to Rachel… mmm mmm mmm, girl you got it bad. How much time did you spend with Mista Perfect? Cuz he got yo mind gone."
Dreamily she replies "Just half the day, we met sometime in the afternoon at the park. He was like an angel that just appeared from the heavens."
'Well this is a first, Abby aint neva seen Rachel go off the deep end like this. She must really like the guy…Kinda reminds me of Hoags.' Abby smiles
"Okay Miss Sappy, so when are ya gone see him again? I know he didn't just leave without takin ya on a date. So tell ol Abby about Mista Perfect."
"Oooh Abigail, his name is Nile; he's around 5'9 and has such cute dimples. He has a British accent and he use to live around here when he was a boy. He has so much spirit, pride, spunk and fire in his eyes that's so full of passion. He speaks of a man of knowledge and that of a natural born leader. Gosh and his smile…"
"Alright, alright… Honey Abby gets it, the boy is God's gift to earth. Please calm down girl and breath." She laughs "So Abby takes it you are going to go see him again. Tonight Abby's guessin?"
"Yeah, he wants to see me again, he doesn't want to rush, but it feels like we've known each other our whole lives… Geez Abby what if I mess this up? I've never met someone like him, he just… he gets me you know? It's like I've found someone who could potentially be my other half, I just don't want to screw it up."
"Calm down baby, if he's as cool as you say he is, I doubt you can mess it up girl. Just be yo self, he will like anythin you do, trust meh. Abby is usually right, besides you're a great girl, who wouldn't like ya?"
"Are you sure Abby? Thanks! I needed that, you're a great friend you know that? Guess I'll go get some sleep so I don't look like a zombie this afternoon." Rachel gave her a hug and headed upstairs to her room.
'Aww, Abby is happy for Rachel, she needs something good in her life. Someone who will treat her right, Abby's glad. This Nile person seems interesting fo sho, nobody aint that perfect. Enough thinkin Abby needs some mo coffee and some breakfast.'
Abby got her day started and enjoyed her breakfast, making sure to prepare some for the rest of her friends. The gang started to trickle down to the kitchen to start the day with coffee or tea and some food.
Hoagie wraps his arms around Abby while she does the dishes. "So where's Rach, my pet? It's not like her to miss breakfast." Noted Hoagie
She turns around and holds him. "Ah that girl had to get some mo shut eye; she's been up all night poor child. Got to get ready fo her date with 'Nile'." Abby informed.
"Who the heck is this Nile bloke? Is that the same guy we saw last nite?" Wally questioned
Kuki throws her arms around Wally. "Ooh how sweet! Wally lets go out tonight toooo! It'll be fun!" Kuki gushed
"Crikey don't get your knickers in a knot; we'll go wherever ya want…geez." He sighed
Hoagie laughed, "How about you my Chocolate Drop, are you up for a night on the town? We could double, or have a romantic evening all alone." Hoagie says suavely
"Eh, Abby's down, some one on one time would be nice baby. Got anythin planned fo Abby?"
"Just you wait and see, The Hoagster always delivers" He winks
"Dude stop, you're gonna make me hurl." Tommy gags
"He's right mate, enough of the sweet stuff." Wally agreed
"I think it's romantic!" Cooed Kuki
"Haha, Abby just thinks it's cheesy… but Abby likes cheesy." She smiles
The morning rolled onto the evening, the couples were getting ready for their dates respectively. The girls were all in Rachel's room prepping and the guys with Hoagie.
Rachel groaned, "UGGGH ladies do you really think this is a good idea? I mean I've only known him for what… half a day? You don't think there could be something wrong with him do you? What if he's a stalker or a hippie…? 'Gasp' or…or… a Liberal! Oh girls I'm doomed and I haven't even gone on this date yet!" Cried Rachel
Kuki and Abby rolled their eyes and tried to be the voices of reason.
Abby questioned, "Child what are you stressin fo? Isn't it all bout gettin to know a person?"
"Abby's right Rach, you have to get to know him before you start judging a person. That half the fun! It's like a mystery, oh or a puzzle that you have to solve! You will be fine, just have fun and even if he is a Liberal if you really like him you can look past that tiny detail." Enthused Kuki as she continued to apply her makeup.
"Sides everyone deserves a chance, you neva know until you try. Hehe look at Hoagie, if he didn't that boy probably still be single now. Not saying Abby wouldn't have given him a chance, but Abby wouldn't of known how the boy felt if he aint tell a girl." Admitted Abby curling her hair
Rachel sighs "You're right I'm being too anal about the 'what ifs'. I should just enjoy the night, I'm sure I can do that without much of a problem. Besides I just really hope he likes who I am, I mean I obsess about little things, I have to be in control sometimes… I…I…"
"Rachel! Chill, you got this. Aint nothin hard about a first date, just relax and be yourself. Just listen to Abby; I have a good feelin bout this."Abby stated
Standing up and looking into the mirror, "Well how do I look?" Asked Rachel as she turned around.
"Smoken baby, not too bad. If Abby didn't know it, Abby'd think you were famous. What'd you think Kuks?" Abby turned to her
"Awww you're so cute! I wish I could see his face, he probably stare at you all night!" Gushed Kuki
Rachel happened to be in a long orange V-cut dress with a teal shawl and a modest moon shaped necklace. Teal rhinestone studded heels, purple dangling earrings and her hair down. As for Abby, she wore a blue blouse with ruffled cut sleeves and black jeans. Abby's hair was down with curls, her hoop earrings and gold ringlet bracelets. Kuki wore a simple green halter top and black Capri's with her hair in a messy bun. The girls were all ready for their eventful evenings. With the guys, things where much simpler…
Hoagie asked "So what you planning for tonight Wally?"
"Oh uh, just kinda gonna wing it ya know hehe." Wally laughed nervously 'Well I can't really let him know what I have planned; he might think I've gone soft.' Wally thought
"Seriously dude? Well, I'm going all out for Abby, think we might stay here and I'll cook a little something. I haven't done something like that in a while. You know a candlelit dinner just the two of us… it's gonna be smooth…."
"Eh, keep all your romantic crud to yourself, alright; I'll do just fine on my date tonight. I'm sure Kuki will enjoy it, no matter what I do." Wally stated with confidence
"Well as long as the house is empty, do what you want. By the way where did Tommy go?"
"That guy went out with Lee and Sonya, guess they didn't want to stick around since we won't be 'ere tonight and whatnot. Don't blame the buggers though." Wally informed
"Yeah I guess you're right, hope they don't get into trouble though. My mom will kill me if something happens to him." Hoagie shuddered
"You worry too much lad, I've never had to worry 'bout Joey; the kid can handle his own. He's a Beetles man and Beetles know how to handle themselves. Look at me I turned out just fine." Wally boasted
"Haha right… you turned out okay, but Tommy is known to get into quite a bit of mischief when he isn't supervised. But, enough about little brothers our lovely ladies are waiting on us. Are you sure this looks okay? I don't want to be too overdressed." Hoagie questioned
"Nah mate you look alright now let's go. I want to get this over with."
Hoagie was wearing a light blue button down long sleeve shirt with a white tank top and some grey shorts. Wally had on an Orange and white tank top and black cargo shorts with some flip-flops.
Wally took Hoagie's car 'The Duchess' on his night out with Kuki. Wally had something special planned for his girl, though he didn't want to look like a sap in front of his best friend.
'That cruddy bloke trying to make a fool of me, I'll show him. This is going to be the best date ever; no man can date better than, good ol' Wallabee Beetles. Just you wait this date will be one to remember!' Wally ranted
They were driving down the road 'Hmm Wally seems to be really deep in though. I hope I didn't upset him by making him go out tonight. I'll just have to make it up to him later' Kuki thought while smiling mischievously
Wally pulled into a open field, cars were parked everywhere.
"Wally, what are we doing here? This place is full of people, how can we have fun with all these people here?" Kuki whined
"Aww shush, it will be fine just look." A bright flash flickered in front of them. A movie started to play. "See I know what I'm doing Kuks, I've got it all figured out." He smirks
"Oh Wally you're the best, I've never been to a drive-in movie before! Oh, I hope it something romantic!"
Wally rolled his eyes and laughed 'See I know my girl, anything that's girly and she's all over it; really do hope it's a good movie. I don't want to be bored to death by something like rainbow monkeys…. Ugggh' He shudders 'Last time I couldn't get out of that, she had a death grip on me.' Wally reminisced
The movie started playing and the intro to Grease started up. Kuki snuggled up to her boyfriend, bouncing with joy as the movie started. Meanwhile Rachel waited patiently for Nile to pick her up. Already panicking for the third time that day, she was pacing back and forth on the patio.
'Oh what do I do? He's almost here… is my hair okay, my makeup? Hope I'm not to dressed up… ugh, why is this so hard! Hmm maybe ill cancel, he won't take it too bad will he?' She pulls out her phone
"Am I late or where you about to call and cancel?" A deep voice startles Rachel
"Eeep, oh it's just you he he, no I was just checking the time. No, you're right on time, early actually." Rachel laughs nervously.
"Well I couldn't let a beautiful lady such as you, wait all night, now could I?" He inquired
"You don't look half bad yourself; I must say you clean up well." Rachel complemented
Nile had a half-sleeved red V-neck shirt with a black vest. He wore kaki short pants just past his knees and a pair of black loafers and his duckbill golfer's hat.
"I do try, to look spiffy every once in a while. You should see me when I go to meetings, you'd be stunned" He quirked
"I'd say I hope I get the chance, sound like it would be quiet the evening." Rachel quipped her anxiousness fading
"Indeed it would be, are you ready for a good time tonight as well? I know this nice little place we can get away to."
"I'm not too over dressed am I?" Rachel worried
"No, you're just dashing, I wouldn't change a thing." He winked "Your carriage awaits m'lady" Nile opens the passenger door of his car and bows slightly.
Rachel laughs, "Wow, very much the gentleman I see."
Nile slides into the driver's seat, "Anything to make you comfortable, you seem a bit nervous. They often say humor is the best medicine." He smirks
'Gosh I don't know how much of his charm I can take. He just so sweet, seems to understand what I'm thinking.'
"Of course, I try to be. What is a man if he doesn't know how to treat a lady? Off to dinner and then the real treat is after. Hope you're up for a little adventure." He smirks
Nile and Rachel go off to have a wonderful dinner and Hoagie is pulling out all the stops for his candlelight dinner for Abigail.
"Mmm mmm mmm, something smells good baby! You throwin down in here sugah? Abby can't wait to taste it."
Hoagie chuckles "Yeah I'm making something a little special, go out back and I'll be out in a few. I'm pretty sure you'll like it."
'Man oh man, this boy done went all out. Abby likes what he's done with the place'
The patio had been cleared of the lawn chairs and table. In its place on the floor was a blanket covered in rose petals with bottle of wine, two candles and placeholders set for two to dine. The patio lights were off, with only illumination from the moon and the candles to light the place.
'Wow when did he do all this? Abby is pretty sure Wally didn't help, def not his forte.' She chuckled.
Hoagie walks out with a few dishes, placing them down on the blanket.
"Bon appetite Mi Amor... Here we have Chicken wrapped in Prosciutto, Alfredo Fettuccine andCaesar Salad with a side of breadsticks. I hope the entree is to your liking, I definitely think it tastes great!"
"Dang Hoags, what made you do all dis, Abby doesn't deserve dis special treatment."
"Aww, come on Abs you know you do; besides I haven't done anything like this since we started college. I figured since everyone was going out, we could stay here and relax, just you and I. What could be better than this?" Hoagie queries
"Sugah you are too sweet to Abby, I don't know what Abby would do without ya baby."
He pours them each a glass of wine, "You know I've been thinking of that as well" He picks up her hand "You know without you in my life, I don't know where I'll be Abs. If it wasn't for you I don't think high school would have been easy for me. I know I'm not like most guys; I've always been the weird one, for you sticking by me was the best thing I could have asked for. You have always been my constant. So yes, Abigail, you deserve everything I can offer you, if I could, I'd give you the moon." He kisses her hand
"Aww, Boobear, Abby is and always will be here, Abby done said this countless times." She rubs his cheek and gives him a kiss "Now stop being so sappy and lets enjoy our meal before Abby starves to death." She smiles.
Hoagie smiles, not too often does Abby call him by his pet name and he knows she is being sincere. He enjoys hearing it every time she says it. He knows Abby hides behind her cool façade.
"You got it my love, let date night began!" He grins from ear to ear.
Abby shakes her head and begins to eat.
Wally is seemingly enjoying the movie, he loves the whole biker gang feel, but he could do without all the singing. Though he sits through it because he knows Kuki absolutely loves it. Having ordered a couple chilidogs, milkshakes, and chili fries, they sat and enjoyed the movie, which was nearing its end. Kuki absentmindedly began playing with her necklace, on her necklace held a small ring.
'Hmm I can't believe it's been that long since Wally gave me this. We promised to be together forever, high school seems so long ago. This promise ring means so much to me, can't believe Wally even had to courage to give it to me.' She giggles
Wally looks down at her "What's so funny Kuks?"
"Hmm oh nothing, I'm just daydreaming."
"Bout wat?" Wally wondered
Showing him her ring "This, do you remember when you gave it to me?"
"Ugh how can I forget, I wanted to kill that guy…"
She rolls her eyes, "He didn't mean any harm Wally, you know that."
"Right and I am a monkey's uncle, Ace has always been up to no good and he knew we were together. The bully was still hitting on ya. If you woulda let me I woulda shown him wat for." Wally grumbled
She giggled, "The important thing is you were there to help me and you gave me this wonderful gift. I've never let it out my sight and never will. It's how I know you were serious about us."
"Aww Kuks, I've always been serious about us, I just have a hard time showing it. When I gave you this, it meant everything; I'm never letting ya out of my arms babe."
"Ohh, you're so cute when you act tough!" Gushed Kuki
Wally rolled his eyes but smiled. They finished their movie and food and started to head back to the condo. Rachel and Nile's evening was just getting warmed up. Having had a nice dinner Nile drove up toward the cliffs.
"Here we are; I told you it wasn't too far from the beach. Do you like it?"
Parking the care, they got out and were standing on a cliff overseeing the sea with moonlight beaming down.
"Wow, Nile it's so beautiful, I haven't seen something like this in a long time. How'd you know about this spot?"
"I use to come around here with my father when he'd want to go fishing. I've always hated it as kid, but now I cherish those times more than anything."
"Yeah, it's amazing the things you thought were the worse ideas ever turn out to be the things you miss the most. I'm really glad you showed me this, it's like a small piece of your world."
"Like I mentioned earlier Rachel, I'm trying to reconnect to those who I've lost touch with so long ago. Any memory for me is a goldmine, my childhood was precious and my friends are priceless. To find them again would mean the world to me. Until then I will enjoy the time I have here and make up for lost time."
Rachel places a hand on his shoulder, "If there is anything I can do to help Nile, just let me know, I'm willing to help in any way I can. I'm just glad you are comfortable enough to tell me these things. You've been so wonderful tonight, the dinner, your chivalry and now your precious spot. I wish there was something I could share with you."
"Oh, but Rachel you have. Just your presence has been enough to make me feel whole again. I do say it feels like I've known you for a lot longer than 2 days."
The two sit and throw rocks into the sea.
"What if we do, maybe I was one of your childhood friends, wouldn't that be a surprise."
Nile chuckles "Well then, I would have been a fool to forget a tip-top person such as you. Even in my many travels you don't seem like someone I could forget."
"You say that, but there is this boy that I knew, but he went away. I've never forgotten him, but I doubt if he will even remember me. We weren't as close, but we were still friends. Held many of the same ideas and always seemed to know what each other were thinking. Since I've met you that feeling has somehow returned; you are like the friend I lost."
"If he is gone…then I shall be. I'll fill that void if you let me…" He leans in and kisses her
'Oh lord I think I might faint…'
~Author Notes: Hope you are enjoying it so far :)