Thankies so much to you who reviewed the first chapter! I didn't know how this story was going to play with the readers so I'm glad those who read enjoyed it! Keep the reviews coming and here's the next chapter! Hope you all enjoy it!

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"So how is everything?" Rose asked referring to the chicken she'd cooked for dinner.

They all smiled and nodded their heads. "Everything's great Rose. It hit the spot." Dave was the first to compliment.

"Yeah. Though you don't really look like the type who can cook up a meal." John spoke next.

Rose gave a thin smile. "I'm glad you all enjoyed it. And you can thank my mom for the cooking skills." She rose up to take the dirty dishes to the sink.

"I can help you out." Dave offered as he stood up.

Rose waved a hand at him. "Sit. You're the guest." She ordered him by giving him a stern look.

"So Rose. A pretty lady like you have a boyfriend?" Randy asked as she came around him to grab his plate.

Rose let out a small chuckle. "No. No boyfriend."

Dave shook his head. Of course leave it to Randy to ask such a question. And during dinner. "And probably not looking for one. Especially not your type."

Randy quirked an eyebrow at his friend. "You're just jealous I'm bold enough to ask her."

Dave laughed. About to open his mouth but was cut short. "Don't even say anything Dave. It'd please the boy too much." Paul speaking his first words at the table.

"Was anyone talking to you Levesque?" Randy scowled.

Paul just rolled his eyes and decided to ignore the question. "So, what's up for tonight?" He asked as his eyes drifted around the table.

"I'm staying put. Drive took a lot out of me." Dave piped as he took a drink of the beer that he and Rose had picked up earlier that day from the grocery store.

Randy waved a hand at his friend. "You never want to go out. It's not like you drove cross country."

Dave flicked his eyes over at Randy as he set his beer down on the table. "Shut it Orton. I really don't have a lot of patience for you at the moment."

Rose smiled to herself as she loaded the last plate into the dishwasher. She knew she wouldn't be without entertainment for the summer. And that was fine with her seeing as the majority of the guests were older, married, or just plain boring. Although the two men arguing did sound somewhat of an old married couple. She couldn't help but laugh at that one.

The men turned their heads at her laughter. "Something funny?" John asked turning in his chair.

Rose turned to the question. She didn't think they had heard. She could feel her cheeks blush. How come she always managed to embarrass herself in front of the male spices.

"I'm sorry. I was just thinking to myself. I wasn't laughing at you guys." She explained as she closed the dishwasher door with her foot.

The men just stayed quiet. She rolled her eyes at herself. Great. Now they think I'm crazy. A woman who talks to herself. So…too freaking embarrassing.

"Um…there's a club right as you get into town. Anyone who lives here or visits here in California has to go to it." She just stood there once again as their heads turned towards her.

"That settles it then. Thanks Rose. What's the name?" Paul asked.

Rose put a finger up. "Hold on a second." The men watched as she grabbed her purse and dug through it. "Oh yes. Tropics. That's the name. Mind was blank for a second there." She finished as she held the card out to Paul.

Paul smiled as he took it. "Thanks. Well, boys we better go get ready. Dave, you sure you don't want to come along?" He questioned Dave as he got up from his chair.

Dave shook his head. "I'm sure. You three have fun."

Paul just nodded his head as he patted his friend's back. "Thanks again Rose. Dinner was awesome. Can't wait to see what's on the menu for tomorrow."

Rose just smiled. "Yes, we'll see." The other two thanked her also. Randy went a bit farther by giving her kiss on the cheek. Making sure to wink at Dave before he left upstairs.

"You two are the closest. I can tell." Rose smiled as she the clicked the dishwasher on.

Dave rolled his eyes at the comment. "The kid gets on all my last nerve but I'd do anything for him."

"Sweet. If you don't mind me asking, what do you four do for a living?" She asked taking the seat across from him once again.

"Mind if I get another beer?…" At the shake of her head he got up from his seat. "Paul's a weight trainer…John's in the process of getting his bachelors degree, he wants to be a history teacher…Randy and I work at a club, me working as a bouncer, him working as a bartender." He took back his seat as he clicked the cap of the beer easily with his hand.

Damn he's strong. Rose shook the thought off. "John? He doesn't seem like the type to be standing up there in front of the classroom. Even though I do think that's awesome. My sister is one. History Teacher that is."

Dave fiddled with the bottle cap. "No. No, he doesn't. But once you get him started on it, you can't stop him. Loves kids. Doesn't want any but still loves them." He smiled when he looked over at her. "Sister? You didn't mention that earlier."

"Yeah. She lives in Texas now. It was her dream job. Seeing as to why I was next in line to take over the family business. Haven't seen her since last Christmas. Busy girl." She added a chuckle at the end.

"She married? Engaged?" Dave couldn't help but laugh at the look that spread across her face.

"No to both. But, I'd think you'd have to meet her before you decide anything. No woman likes to rush into things." She quirked an eyebrow at the laugh that escaped his mouth.

"I don't move that fast. I was asking for John. Both history teachers. What could be more perfect?"

Rose didn't know if it was a sigh of relief but let it out anyways. "You scared me there for a minute. I'd agree with you but I think her boyfriend would agree with that too much."

Dave frowned. "You said…" She cut him off.

"I said she wasn't married or engaged. You didn't say anything about a boyfriend." She pointed out as she leaned back in her chair.

Smart. Smart and cute. "Okay. Whatever. You got me there." He replied as he gave her a narrow look.

Rose smirked. "Where'd you come from?"

"Excuse me?" Dave questioned.

Rose laughed. "Like were are you from? State, city? You do come from one don't you?" She asked sarcastically.

Dave pointed his finger at her. "You're lucky you're pretty. We flew from in from Washington D.C. All grew up together in the same neighborhood."

"Pretty? Aw, shucks." She waved a hand over her face. "You're making me blush."

"I bet I could've really made you blush if I said you were beautiful." He finished before taking a long sip of his beer.

Don't blush Rose. Damn it don't blush. "I'm not blushing. It's just hot in here." She replied sending a look over at Dave.

Dave just laughed. The sounds of his friends making their way down the stairs made him turn in his chair. All three spiffed up in nice clothes. And by the smell of it. All three took a bath in their cologne.

"You boys look handsome." Rose complimented as she stood up.

"I'll let you get away with calling me a boy." Randy smiled as he walked into the kitchen. "You can come. It'd be nice to have a pretty lady at my side." He spoke wrapping an arm around her waist.

"Aren't you sweet? But I'll have to say no. Plus, I don't think you'll have any problem finding yourself a lady friend." She sweetly declined as she patted his chest.

Randy gave a slight nod. "Alright then. But you have to promise to go out at least once with us during our stay here."

Rose looked up at the ceiling. "Maybe. I have the whole summer to think about it."

Randy pouted but joined his friends that were already at the door. "Keys Dave." Paul called out.

Dave turned around quickly. "Keys? You are not taking my ride."

They all sighed in unison. "How in the hell did you think we were going to get there?" Paul asked as he walked into the kitchen.

Dave made a face as he shrugged his shoulders. "Call a cab. None of you are driving. Especially in my ride."

"I'm not going to drink." John clarified as he joined the rest back in the kitchen.

"I never said you were."

"Come on Dave. We'll take care of it. Why are you so damn protective over the thing?" Randy replied folding his arms.

Dave went and opened his mouth but shut it quickly when Rose held up a hand. "You can take mine." She offered as she grabbed them off of the key holder.

All three men glared at Dave. "Thanks Rose." Paul replied as he reached out for the keys.

Rose pulled them back for a minute. "Just because I'm more willing then Dave over there doesn't mean there won't be consequences if anything…and I mean anything happens to my pride and joy."

The four men looked at each other before Paul turned back to Rose slowly grabbing the keys from her hold. "I think we're warned." John said as Paul threw the keys at him.

"I think I love you." Rose laughed as Randy grabbed both of her hands and kissed them.

"Have fun you guys." She waved as Randy ran to catch up with the other two. She turned back to Dave when the door shut.

"You better be scared." Dave warned as he passed her to set the empty bottles on the counter.

"They've had their warning. They'll be fine." She replied shooing him away as he started to clean. "That's my job."

Dave held up his hands in defense. "Just thought I'd help."

"You're a guest. Guests don't help." She spoke as she carefully placed the bottles into a plastic bag.

"Fine. In that case, I think I'll head up to bed." Dave announced as he tucked his chair back in.

Rose turned at that. "Alright then. Good night."

"'Night Rose." He returned as he made his way over to the stairwell. "Rose?"

"Hmm?" She mumbled as she walked into the front room.

"It was nice talking to you." He smiled.

"Yeah. You too. Anytime." She replied as she watched him disappear.

Sweet guy, she thought to herself. And it doesn't help that he's quite the looker. She rolled her eyes at herself for even having a thought like that. He's a guest. A guest that's a nice, sweet, hot guy. She sighed in frustration as she stepped out into the night sky to throw away the trash.

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