Chapter 3

Charlie and Laura arrived at the restaurant and were seated immedaitely. They ordered a bottle of white wine and the waiter brought it over and poured it for them.

"This is a lovely place Charlie."

"Yeah, it's not bad is it. You okay."

"I'm fine, why."

"When you ran after Caroline, you looked worried."

"I just wanted to make absolutely sure that she was okay with this. I love my Daughter Charlie and I wouldn't dream of hurting her. I know I joke about her a lot but I love her."

"I know you do. You don't need to explain to me, really."

"Thank you Charlie."

The waiter came over and took their order and came back 10 minutes later with some Salmon en Croute for them. They enjoyed their meal and the company.

"So Laura, do you feel any better."

"About what."

"You know, aftre your disaterous date the other night."

"Oh that. I've put it behind me. You were right, I don't need him."

"By the way, incase I forgot to say earlier. You look very beautiful tonight."

"Thank you Charlie."

After dinner, they stepped outside into the warm summer evening. Charlie asked Laura if she'd like to go for a small stroll, which she agreed to. There was a park just over the road and they made their way over. There was a small Jazz band playing for all the yound couples that were walking around and Laura felt out of place.

"Laura, are you okay."

"Fine."

He looked at her and could see she was lying. Charlie grabbed hold of her arm to stop her walking away and brought her closer to him.

"Laura, you're a terrible liar. I can tell there's something on your mind. Talk to me."

"I just feel odd being here."

"Why."

"Oh Charlie, look around. All these young couples and here you are with me, an old woman."

"Will you stop it. Stop putting yourself down like this. You are beautiful and you should be told that more often. Do I look as though this age thing bothers me."

"Well no, but.."

"Then please don't let it bother you."

Charlie gave Laura a small smile and as she smiled back, he pulled her closer and brought his lips to hers. As soon as they connected all her fears melted away. Charlie was right, if it didn't bother him then why should she worry. That fact was she was beginning to feel real love for him and if she was willing to work hard at it, they could have a beautiful life together.

Fin xxx

Okay so this story really didn't pan out the way I intended so I'm leaving there. Thanks for reading.