AN: YOU ASKED FOR IT! BLIND DATE CHAPTER 2! ENJOY!
2 days.
2 days.
2
Days
It had been almost exactly two days since my date with Asami. I was sitting in front of the phone, staring at it, in my pyjamas. I hadn't called yet and if I'm perfectly honest I was terrified.
What does she like to do? She likes cars and building things…. Building cars?... where the hell could we build a car? Hmm… could we build a car in one date?... Wait, I don't know the first thing about cars… she could teach me… but where?... Is this even a good date idea?
I groaned and flopped my head onto my forearms "What am I gunna do?"
Naga sauntered over to me like an all knowing queen and dropped a pamphlet at my feet.
"What is it girl?" I asked as I picked it up. It was covered in dog drool but I could still make out what it said "Dog Day at Republic Park. Dogs and owners welcome. Events; dog show, dog walking, games for dogs"- I sighed but smiled at my hairy companion –"This seems more like a day out for you than a date for humans but I guess you do have a point; Asami told me she hardly ever gets away from the office, and even the restaurant we went to reminded her of business. Plus, she's gotta meet you" I scratched her back "You've given me an idea"
I took several deep breaths before picking up my phone and dialling Asami's number. I tried to steady my breathing when someone answered;
"Hello, Future Industries, Asami Sato's office, how may I help you?" It wasn't her voice
"Um, hi. I was just wondering if Asami's there? I was hoping to speak with her" I replied, voice shaking.
"May I ask who's calling?" The woman asked
"Korra" I almost stammered
"One moment please" then she went silent for a few moments
"Korra?" It was Asami's voice
"Hey!" I could feel my heart thump faster "Yup, the one and only"
"I'm so glad you called" She seemed relieved
"Really?" My smile was getting bigger
"You have no idea how nice it is to get a phone call with someone who doesn't want your money or your business" She laughed a little.
I laughed too "Listen, um, I was wondering if you'd like to go on that date some afternoon this week? Whenever you're free"
"Oh, let me check my schedule" I heard some rustling of paper "How are you foooorrrrrr right now?"
"Hmm?"
"Right now? I have the rest of the afternoon off. Looks like it's going to be the only afternoon for a while"
"Oh. Yeah. Sure. I was going to walk Naga but"-
"Oh! That sounds great! I'd love to meet her! Where will I meet you?"
"East gate of Republic Park in forty minutes?" holy crap holy crap holy crap
"Fantastic, I'll see you then"
"Yeah, yeah you will"
"Bye, Korra"
"Bye"- I hung up the phone –"I'm screwed"
I ran into the bathroom and jumped into the shower. The water was freezing but I didn't have time to wait for it to get warm. I rushed and once that was done I quickly got dressed and dried my hair. I tried on a few different outfits (I want to impress her! Okay!) before settling on jeans and a button up checked shirt. I ran out into the living room "Naga!" She came running "Get your leash! We're going to the park!" She got really excited and tore off to get her leash. I threw a coat on and grabbed my keys. I looked at the time on my phone "Ten minutes to get there, okay, we can do this!" Naga ran back towards me with her leash in her mouth. I put it on her "Let's go girl. We've got ten minutes! You can stop to smell the trash and pee when we get to the park, there's no pit stops!"
She barked in agreement as I opened the door and left.
Naga decided to get me there as fast as she could, pulling me along almost at top speed. After several minutes with my cheeks being blown back to my ears, we made it to the east entrance of the park before Asami. She arrived about two minutes later which in all honesty was just enough time for me to catch my breath and let some colour return to my face.
"Hi!" She beamed
"Hey!" I waved as she walked towards us. Naga realised who she was and immediately wanted to meet her. She pulled me over to the woman and sniffed her before I even had a chance to greet her properly.
"Naga!" I whispered through gritted teeth
Asami laughed "She is a big dog!" She scratched behind Naga's ears "Hello, Naga"
Naga instantly fell in love with the dark haired bombshell.
Once my overgrown attention hog was pleased with her scratches, Asami turned to me. Suddenly it became slightly awkward. I mean, two nights ago we kissed but I guess we were both still unsure about what we were.
She hugged me "Thank you for calling"
I hugged back "Thanks for answering"
"It's nice to get out of the office" She took a deep breath "It's been a while since I was at the park"
We began to walk and talk. Soon enough the awkwardness melted and we were chatting about anything and everything. I made her laugh a lot and likewise she made me laugh. I started telling her stories about the semi-professional wrestling team I used to be on with Mako and Bolin-
"No way!" She smiled in disbelief
"Yup" I nodded smugly
"That did not happen!" She laughed, still in disbelief
"Yeah it did! I swear! I jumped from one side of the cage to the other before back-flipping off of it and pinning that guy! Scouts honour!" I argued
When her fit of laughter began to subside she reached for my hand dangling by my side and held it as we strolled. It went quiet between us but we never let go of each other's hand.
She shook her head and laughed to herself a little.
"What's so funny?" I asked
"I like you, Korra. I like you a lot… It's stupid, I know, we haven't even known each other a week"-
I cut her off with a kiss "I like you a lot too"
She was smiling from ear to ear as we stood in the middle of the park
"But, if it's all the same to you, can we just take things slow? Get to know each other" I smiled
"I would like that… also your lopsided smile is adorable"
I snorted and turned red before continuing to walk.
We must've walked around that park for hours. Even Naga was tired! The sun was setting and we finally stopped at one of the entrances to the park.
"I guess I better get Naga home before she falls asleep here" To be perfectly honest, I didn't want to leave without Asami
"Good idea" She scratched behind sleepy-head's ear
"Do you want to come with?" I asked. My voice getting higher towards the end of the question
"I can't. I have work to do" She looked disappointed
"Oh" I probably did too.
We were silent again.
She sighed "Screw it, I'll come over. I'm my own boss. I can decide when I process those files!"
I perked up but I really hoped she wouldn't change her mind "You sure? I mean if those files are important"-
"Pfft! Files-Schmiles! Let me go get changed out of my work clothes and I'll meet you at your place"
"Great" I beamed. What are we even going to do!?
"See you in a little while" She stepped closer and kissed me
I don't think I'd ever get tired of kissing her
"See you soon, Naga" She smiled down at her
We both walked backwards waving at each other. I didn't want to stop looking at her.
"Watch where you're going with that dog!" Someone behind me sounded angry
"Sorry!" I winced as they blew past me. I gazed back to Asami who was laughing at me. I sighed and smiled at her. I nodded to her and turned around before turning the corner to get home.
"Let's pick up the pace, girl. Gotta clean up a little bit, make the place look like a human actually lives there"