Thanks to all of you for the reviews! I wasn't expecting to get that many but I'm glad I did. I'm trying to get better at this and update more regularly but it's not working lol. But i'll try to start updating sooner then I usually do. So when I say "I'll update tomorrow" don't expect it lol. Expect it a day or a few afterwards. But enough chitchat, on with the story ...

--Kita

Chapter 43-Musical Desires

Vince's POV

When we got to the door, I knocked twice. Bruce, a tall, built Italian bouncer, opened the door. He shook my hand as he greeted me and Sasha. When we made it to the main hall, Sasha's mouth fell open as I heard her gasp in awe.

"Oh my God Vincent." She looked like she was about to faint.

"You like?" I asked her, taking her over to a small table by a stage.

"I love. What is this?" She questioned, looking around the empty room.

"This was my favorite place to come when I was little. It's called Dino's. My uncle actually owns it. It used to be an Italian club and diner, but he got shut down. I rented it out today for us. I got a few buddies to come by and give me a hand. Happy birthday babe." I responded, pulling out a chair for her to sit in. She smiled warmly and sat down. I basically ran over to my seat, joining her.

"Thank you so much Vince. This place is truly beautiful." She replied, admiring the room. The lights were dimmed down low and the small stage towards the front of the room was lit a tent of red.

I placed my fingers to my mouth, making a whistling sound. Almost immediately, a waiter came out of the kitchen.

"Sasha this is a good friend of the family, Samuel Venicilli. Sam, this is my girl, Sasha."

"Well it's very nice to meet you my dear. You look magnificent." The Italian said, kissing her hand lightly. She replied with a 'thank-you' and adjusted herself in her seat. "What can I get you two?" He asked, pulling out a pad.

I looked over at her, my eyebrows furrowing questioningly. "I'll have whatever he is." she said.

"Well since I'm old-school, we'll have a spaghetti and meatball?" I hoped that was alright. I didn't know if she wanted something more classy or not. She saw the unsure look on my face and gave me an assuring smile.

"Drinks?" Sam asked, looking to me, then to Sasha.

"Corona." She answered quickly, blushing a little.

We talked about numerous things while waiting for Samuel to return with our dinner. We talked about everything; life before us meeting, Letty, my parents, her parents. It's good to talk to someone you know will listen, even if what you're saying might be boring the hell out of them.

Sasha's POV

Me and Vince sat in deep conversation until the waiter, Samuel, entered the room with a cart. Food! Was all I could hear my stomach yelling. He gently sat the plates on our table, followed by a bucket of ice with Corona's toppling out of them. I smiled sweetly at him as he wished us a wonderful evening.

The dinner was silent. We exchanged long, loving glances at each other in between bites of food. For him to be such a rough and intimidating man, he sure was a graceful eater when out in public. The more I watched him, studying his features carefully, the more I fell in love with this man. He treated me with a respect that I never expected from anyone. He trusted me with some of his deepest, darkest secrets and he let down his tough guy image when we were together. He was a genuinely sweet guy and most people don't see him for that. They see him as the dumb, mechanic who works for Dominic Toretto. But he's so much more then a mechanic. He's a very intelligent person. I personally like him more then Dominic.

"What are you smiling about?" he asked, bringing me away from my thoughts.

"Just how happy I am to be with you." I replied. That was cheesy Sasha.

He smiled, his cheeks turning a shade of pink. Wow, he can blush?

"Let's toast." He popped the top off of two Corona's. He handed me a bottle as he held his up. "To us hopefully having a long, wonderful relationship. And to Letty and Mama getting better.' He toasted, touching his bottle to mine. He cleaned his mouth with his napkin and kissed me on the cheek, "I'll be back." He excused himself from the table and walked over by the stage, disappearing in a dark corner. I heard a lot of commotion then a loud thud.

"V you ok?" I asked, hoping he'd hear me.

"I fell." Was all he said before reappearing, but now with his guitar in hand. I laughed at his clumsiness as he stepped on the small , now brightened stage. He took a seat on a stool and adjusted the guitar on his lap. "I wrote this a few days ago. Now no one knows I can write, so keep it between us." He said sternly, but with a smile. I smiled while nodding, turning in my seat to face him.

Is this whole 'being in love' thing worth while?

Your lips speak soft sweetness

Your touch, a cool caress

I am lost in your spell

My heart beats within your chest

You're on my mind every morning,

before I go to sleep at night

For this, my heart has been yearning

you're all I need in my life

Since the day we met,

I was pulled into your desire

I never thought my feelings would grow like this,

My heart burning with a lustful fire

The way your aroma flows freely,

vanilla surrounding your body

the way you kiss me

which so much intensity

the way the you hug me

so tight and lovingly

I found my very own angel

So after meeting you, I realize

This whole 'being in love' thing

just may be worth while.

Vince stopped singing, but continued playing his guitar. I was completely speechless. Vince had been changing right in front of me. He went from a rugged, tough mechanic to a smooth, sweet poet. I'm so glad that I get to be the one who sees Vince at his most wonderful moments. I love Mia to death, but she's missed out on an incredible man.

"So whatcha think?" Vince asked, walking over to me slowly, sitting his guitar on a nearby table.

"That was absolutely amazing. I loved it." I replied, giving him a standing ovation. I wrapped my arms around his neck and kissed him hard.

"The date isn't over yet." He assured me, leading me near the stage. My eyebrows flew through the roof. I couldn't imagine what else he had up his sleeve for tonight. He clapped his hands twice, causing slow jazz music to fill the room.

"Nice." I nodded my approval, wrapping my arms around his neck once more. He snaked his arms around my waist as he pulled my body close to his. Our bodies began to simultaneously move to the rhythm of the music. Shivers ran down my body each time he exhaled his warm breath on my neck. I felt this was the perfect time to say what I have been wanting to for so long. "I love you Vincent."

"I love you too Sasha." He replied softly. I was surprised. I wasn't expecting him to say it back. I thought maybe it was too soon, but then again it has been over a year.

We danced for the rest of the night, ending around 8:45. We sat back at our table, waiting for the limousine to take us back home.. Vince grabbed his guitar and led me back out to where the limo driver dropped us off. He pulled up a few minutes later, greeting us as he exited the car.

"How was your night ma'am?" He asked me, opening the door for us.

"One of the best in my life, thank you." I replied, looking up at Vince. The driver nodded and ran back around the driver's seat. He got in and we were back on our way home.

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No POV

The two returned to the Toretto home around 9:10 p.m. Noticing the others' cars were gone, they knew every one was at the hospital. Grabbing two bottled waters from the fridge, Vince placed his guitar in the basement, in his old room. He returned back upstairs they made their way out to the Maxima.

Twenty minutes later...

Sasha and Vince signed into the visitors office and took the elevators up to Letty's room. Walking into the waiting room with happy faces, they found it empty.

"Excuse me, where's the group of people who were assigned to this room?" Sasha asked a passing nurse.

"Oh they went to visit the patient. Dr. Reese told them there was some news and they all followed him to the room." The nurse informed them. Vince thanked her and looked at Sasha confused. She shrugged as they quickly made their way to Letty's room.

When the neared the room, the found police officers talking outside with Dr. Reese. Panicking, Vince stopped dead in his tracks. Sasha grabbed his hand and led him to the door.

"Excuse me, Dr. Reese. What's the news with my sister?" Sasha asked, looking from him to the police.

"Go find out for yourself." He said, nodding to the door. Sasha opened the door, not knowing what to expect. She observed everyone around the room, each with seemingly happy faces. She took one glance at the bed, and found Letty smiling at her.

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This was written by me. It's called 'Worth While'.

There's that. Letty is one of my favorite TFATF characters so I couldn't kill her out of the story. I'll have the next chapter up soon. I mean it this time :) Please read&review.

--Kita