Here I go with the next chapter. I had a hard time to pick what I should put here for the description because, it is after all, a classy restaurant. So, I tried to make the atmosphere as real as possible for you guys okay?
"So, where are we headed to Sky?" Bridge asked Sky who was driving a big black sedan.
"Yeah. I thought we agreed on the restaurant close to base?" Added Z.
"I know. But this is after all, my treat. So, I picked a different one. I hope it's okay with everyone." He answered looking at Kayla who was by his side, attempting yet again to lengthen her dress. She was fidgeting like a child who hated her dressing so much she could just tear it off. Sky gave a little chuckled and said, "Kayla, no matter how hard you try, it will still be that short."
Kayla stopped tugging and snapped her head to look at Sky. Her eyes widened as wide as saucers and her cheeks began to stain a light shade of pink. She bit her bottom lip as well. A perfect picture of an innocent child. Sky then winked at her. "You look fine Kayla. Don't worry." After that comment, he kept his eyes on the road wondering why he even said it out loud. It was supposed to be just a thought.
Kayla blushed even more and diverted her gaze away from Sky to the outside world. Z, Bridge and Syd giggled in the back seat.
The Babylon Restaurant
Sky handed his key over to the Valet. Then, he went over to hi friends who were waiting for him at the entrance. The expression on his friends faces tells him that they were indeed very impressed that he managed to book a table at one of the most poshest restaurant in town. If you were to reserve a table, you have to do so a week in advanced. And If you cancel it, you will have to pay a hefty sum of money!
"Sky, this is amazing!" breathed Syd. "Even I can't get a table booked on the day that I need to! Did you pull any strings?"
All Sky did was grin. He then walked over to the waiter standing behind the pedestal and said that he had a reservation under his name. The waiter clad in all black including a black apron tied around his waist told him hold on for a moment. He then smiled and then told Sky to follow him inside. Sky then gestured to his crew to follow him. They did as they were told. When they walked through the door which was being held open by the doorman, their mouths nearly dropped to the ground. The place was gorgeous.
The air was light with the hint of mint and rosemary. It didn't come from the food that was being served though. It was from the air freshener. The chandeliers that hung from the ceiling shone with such brilliance that you could get lost just by staring at it. The walls were lined with wallpaper that was a brilliant copper gold in color and light reflected off it as it were mirror. Tables were lined with pure white clothes and layered with maroon colored runners that were gold rimmed. The tables were decorated with flowers of different species. All of those that meant prosperity, purity, love and admirableness. The lightings were warm and it gave the atmosphere a homey feel.
The rangers and Kayla were led upstairs to the ballroom where there was nobody around except for a man in his mid twenties playing a grand piano. Kayla instantly diverted her attention to the grand piano. She looked at it with admiration then suddenly, part of her memory returned to her. She could see herself playing the piano for the people she was supposed to protect but somehow became her family members instead. She saw happy faces smiling back at her. When she returned back to the present, a single tear escaped the corner of her eye. Z noticed it and got worried. She placed her hand on Kayla's shoulder and whispered to her, "Are you feeling alright?"
Kayla wiped of the tear daintily and turned to look at Z with a smile on her face. "I remembered something from my past." Z was stunned for a moment. Of all places to remember something from your past. But then again, this is a start.
Z and Kayla walked a tad bit faster to catch up with the rest of the gang so that they wouldn't notice anything wrong. They were led towards a table that was in corner of the ballroom closest to the window where they could see the dimly lit garden that the restaurant owned. The table size was just nice to fit in the five of them. Once they were seated comfortably, the same waiter arrived and passed them each a menu. Each had a task to do. Kayla was to pick the main dish. Z was to pick the appetizer. Bridge was to pick dessert. Syd had the honor of picking wine. Sky? Well, he just went on with whatever they picked. Once the order was given, they listened to the songs being played by the pianist.
After about a minute, Sky voiced out. "So, Kayla. You like music don't you?"
"Yes. I do. Very much."
Then Bridge came up with a suggestion. "Hey I know! Why not you play us a song!"
Syd slapped his thigh and defended Kayla. "It's okay honey. Don't play if you don't to. We don't want you suddenly get flashbacks and faint here."
Kayla played with her fingers for a while before shaking her head. "No, it's alright. Besides, I just had a flashback just now. I think I can handle playing a song or two. Sky, care to accompany me?" She asked looking straight into his blue-gray eyes. Fear was evident in her hazel ones and Sky immediately took up the offer. Kayla smiled and both of them stood up and walked over to the grand piano.
The pianist who was playing stopped for a moment. "Can I help you young miss?" the pianist addressed.
"Why yes. Can you let me play a song or two for my friends?" Kayla asked politely. Sky stood beside her as if he was a bouncer with his arms crossed at his chest. The pianist gave a quick look of Sky and decided that it wasn't a good idea to say 'no' to her. So, he stood up and let Kayla play. The pianist then went down the stairs.
Kayla ran her fingers lightly on the piano keys before she sat down. Another memory returned to her. This time it was about the songs that she used to play. Two songs. She sat down, closed her eyes slowly and began to move her fingers fluidly on the piano keys. Sky stared at her.
Kayla's POV
As the notes to the song came came to me, I began to press the keys. Yes. I remember. I remember this song that I have played so many years ago. Mother's favorite song. Song from a secret garden. The one song that she enjoyed listening me play. She will always worry for me. She will always be there at the door when I returned home from my missions. Oh how I miss her.
Normal POV
Sky watched Kayla play and let the notes sink in to his head. Such a bittersweet melody yet haunting at the same time. Z, Bridge and Syd stay glued to their seats unable to move. They were stunned to see and listen to Kayla play the piano so flawlessly even after being asleep for a long time and that most of here memories were not recovered yet. Kayla played that first song that came into mind like it was second nature to her. While playing,she shivered a little bit. It caused Sky to move closer behind her and he placed his hand on her shoulder. He didn't know how long Kayla could go on like that but he had to respect that, that was what she wanted to do. And if by doing so, she will get her memories back little by little, then let it be.
Arh! Took me a lifetime to complete this!! I was seriously trying to capture your attention with descriptions as much as possible but at the same time without making the chapter look too graphic. How's it?