The touch of a strong but soft hand against her cool skin made her jump. She could feel something being placed in the crook of her arm and recognized a scent like roses. Fingers were tousling through her curls at the back of her head and she relished in the feel of it. Deep down, she hoped that this guy would be someone who knew her well enough to know what she did and didn't like. She heard the scratching sound of the velcro being pulled apart, and it excited her. As soon as the blindfold fell from her eyes, she was scared to open them.
She finally succumbed after a few seconds and gingerly opened her eyes, secretly hoping that her mascara hadn't been smudged halfways across her cheek. She looked down at the roses in her arms and smiled. Twelve dark red roses lay wrapped in a velvet wrapper, complete with a small card that was slipped in between them. She took the card out carefully, not wanting to pull a petal out of place and read it out in a whispered voice.
Will you be this CowBoy's Valentine?
A small smile formed at the corners of her mouth and she took a small step forward. Looking out in front of her she saw the red and white table, long white candles were lit and made it look amazing.
"Oh.. my.. God.." She whispered, her eyes searching the table for a clue.
Danny smiled, and shifted nervously on his feet. "Ya like it Montana?" He said in a husky, whisper-like voice as he stepped closer to her.
Lindsay's eyes widened at the sound of his voice - she knew who it was. But was it really him? It had to be. That thick New York accent couldn't fool any body, even if she was from Montana. She placed the roses down on the table before turning around to face Danny.
"D-Danny?" She stuttered, not quite believing believing her ears.
"Yeah, that'd be me.." He replied, his hands in his pockets.
"But... what.. I mean -"
"You shocked, Montana? Didnt think It would be me?"
"I am... really shocked!" She looked up and smiled at him, feeling her cheeks start to redden feverishly. She couldn't believe how good Danny looked stood there in front of her. The plain and simple look seemed to compliment Danny's style, and she decided it was the perfect look for him.
"Hmm... I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not...?" Danny mused, with a small grin.
"I'd say good," She replied, smiling. "Although I am really shocked that you have gone to so much trouble."
"Well it was nothing really. You wanna go eat?" Danny reached his hand out, motioning towards the table.
So far so good Messer, Keep it smooth and simple... he thought to himself.
Lindsay followed Danny to her side of the table, and couldn't believe this was the same Messer she had met when she came to New York. He pulled a chair out for her and she smiled as a 'Thank You' before accepting his gesture. Making sure Lindsay was seated comfortably, Danny made his way to the opposite side of the table, sat down and picked up his menu.
He peeked over the top, sneaking a look at how beautiful she looked as the glow from the candle lit up her eyes, making them sparkle.
"What are you having?" She asked, looking up at him from her menu.
"Oh, erm, I might get the... Chicken and Pomodorino tomato lasagna, " Danny replied, clearing his throat. He shifted in his seat and looked at her. "You? Go ahead and order what ever you want, Montana - it's all on me."
"The ever generous Messer strikes again, huh?!" She chuckled.
"Well, you know me Montana."
Lindsay looked through the menu once more, and scanned her eyes through the list. "I'll go for... the Lamb and Mushroom risotto."
"Sounds like a good choice." Danny nodded in approvement.
"Well, what else is there to choose when you don't have the option of deep fried tarantula's and wasp tomali's?" Lindsay teased, grinning at him. A waiter dressed in a black tuxedo had started to make his way towards their table, pushing an ice bucket on wheels.
"This is with compliments from Greg," The waiter said. He lined up the ice bucket against the table, and picked up the vintage bottle of Moet champagne and poured the golden liquid into the crystal flutes on the table.
"Tell him it is greatly appreciated," Danny replied. The waiter placed the bottle back into the ice bucket and pulled out a pen and notepad from his pocket.
"Will do sir. Are you ready to order?"
"I think so?" Danny replied, looking at Lindsay for her answer. She nodded slightly in agreement.
"Would you be requiring a starter?" The waiter looked at Danny.
"Ye-"
"No, I don't think we will have time for that," Lindsay interrupted.
Danny sat opened mouthed at Lindsay - What exactly was she expecting out of tonight? Lindsay looked over at Danny and he closed his mouth.
"Ladies first!"
"I'll have the lamb and Mushroom risotto." Lindsay stated.
"Excellent choice, madam. And what will sir be having?" he asked, turning to Danny.
"I'll go for the chicken and Pomodorino Lasagna, no salad." Danny closed the menu and handed it back to the waiter, along with Lindsays.
"Your food will be about 20 minutes." The waiter slightly bowed his head, placed his pen and notepad back in his pocket and walked back in the direction he had come from.
A/N; ok so what do ya think?! press the go button and feed my Muse:D