After her classes were over, Nightingale headed home. Her prep period was last period, so she left early. She even signed Mimi out early. They went home and Nightingale dove into her closet. Mimi came in and watcher her older sister.
"Hot date tonight?" Mimi asked.
Nightingale turned around. "Yes, Shigure and I are going out."
Mimi grinned. "And all of the teenagers will be gone from both houses."
Nightingale looked confused. "Yes."
"And how long have you and Shigure known each other?"
"A while."
"And you love each other?"
"Yes. Very much."
"And you've been officially dating for a couple of weeks?"
"Yes." Nightingale answered. "Just where are you going with this Mimi?"
Mimi smiled innocently at her sister. "Think about it. You guys have known each other for years and love each other. You have been officially dating for a couple of weeks. You guys are going to be all alone."
Nightingale's eyes widened. "You think our relationship could be going to the next level tonight?"
"That's what I think." Mimi replied.
This night now took on a whole new meaning. "I'll need to bring a few extra things…uhm…" She then started searching through her dresser, "clean underwear…" then she headed for the bathroom, "deodorant…and a toothbrush."
Mimi giggled at the panicked look on her sister's face. "Sometimes I'm really glad that I don't have a boyfriend."
"Why do you say that?"
"Because, I don't have to worry about stuff like this."
"And you won't be worrying about stuff like this until you at least graduate high school." Nightingale said, her big sister instincts kicking in.
"I know." Mimi said.
"Help me figure out what to wear?" Nightingale asked.
"You should wear that sexy little black dress." Mimi answered. "It's perfect for dinner and dancing."
Nightingale pulled out the little black dress her sister was talking about. It went just past her knee and flowed beautifully. It had off the shoulder lace straps. It was somewhat low-cut and was very sexy. "I'm not sure I can do this." Nightingale said.
"Of course you can." Mimi said, reaching into the closet and pulling out silver strappy high heels to go with the dress. "Now, let's go and do your hair and make up."
The sisters went into the bathroom and began working on Nightingale's hair and make up. After that was finished, Mimi left and headed to Suki's house. Nightingale reached into her dresser and pulled out a black lacy strapless bra and matching pair of panties. She put her overnight supplies in her silver bag and then got dressed.
The doorbell rang and Nightingale answered it. Shigure stood on the front step with a dozen purple tulips and a box of chocolates. "For you my love." He said.
Nightingale took the gifts and motioned for him to come in. She put the flowers in a vase and put the candy in the cupboard. She turned around and noticed Shigure staring at her.
"You look incredible tonight." He said and pulled her into his arms. He kissed gently kissed her lips.
Nightingale blushed and looked at Shigure. "You look handsome as always." She said taking in his black slacks, gray dress shirt, and black tie.
"I try." He said and kissed her again. "Are you ready to go?"
She nodded.
They walked outside and Nightingale locked her door. Then they walked to the street, where a limo was waiting for them. "I rented it for the night." Shigure said.
"If I'd have known that you put this much effort into a date, I'd have told you how I felt sooner." Nightingale teased.
Shigure smiled and opened the door for her. She slid inside and then Shigure followed. "I love this dress." He told her and then kissed her cheek.
Nightingale gave Shigure a kiss. "I like the tie." She said running her hand up and down the fabric.
"Really?" Shigure asked. "Why is that?"
Nightingale gave Shigure a devilish grin. "Because I can do this." She said and then grabbed hold of the tie and pulled him in for a kiss.
"Maybe I should wear ties more often." Shigure said when they broke apart.
"Maybe you should." Nightingale replied.
Soon they arrived at their destination and enjoyed a lovely dinner.
"Both my editor and my publisher love your writing. They wouldn't change a thing, as I wouldn't." Shigure told Nightingale.
Her eyes lit up. "Really?"
"They said, "Why mess with perfection."" He told her.
"That's wonderful." Nightingale replied. "Actually, you are wonderful."
"No my dear, that would be you." Shigure said.
When their dinner was finished, they headed to the dance floor. They danced the Tango. Shigure was romancing Nightingale every step of the way.
"I have forgotten how light on your feet you are." She commented.
Shigure grinned at her. "You are very graceful yourself."
They danced for a couple of hours. The dances ranged from fast to slow. Then they headed back to the limo. "Where would you like to go?" Shigure asked.
"I'm not really sure." Nightingale said.
"We could head back to my place and relax." Shigure suggested.
"Okay." Nightingale replied.
They soon arrived at Shigure's house. They stepped out of the limo and walked up the front porch. Shigure opened the door, suddenly feeling a little nervous. His heart was pounding in his chest. I haven't brought a woman home before. Heck I've really hardly dated because of the curse! He thought to himself.
This is it. Once we go in there, it's the next step. The next level in our relationship. I wonder has he been with any woman before? He is very handsome and it has been a few years since college. Nightingale thought as they walked through the door.
They took off their shoes and Nightingale let out a sigh of relief.
"Glad to get out of those shoes?" Shigure asked eyeing the six inch heel on the shoes.
"Yes, I'm surprised that I didn't break my ankle in these shoes." She replied with a laugh.
Shigure laughed. "Your feet hurt?"
"A little." She replied.
Shigure grinned. "Well, say no more, my lady." He said as he scooped her up into his arm and carried her to the living room. He sat down on the couch and held her in his lap.
"Here let me loosen that tie for you." Nightingale said undoing the knot in his tie. "Or completely untie it, I should say."
Shigure laughed and kissed her cheek. "I love you, Nightingale."
"I love you, Shigure."
Their lips met in a passionate kiss. Nightingale found herself unbuttoning Shigure's shirt. Shigure's hands roamed over her body. They broke away, both breathing heavily.
"Would you like to take this to the bedroom?" Shigure asked.
Nightingale hesitated. Do I really want to do this? Am I ready?
"And we don't have to do anything you don't want to do r aren't ready for." He said in a reassuring tone. "Of course you can still stay here tonight, if you want."
Nightingale kissed Shigure passionately on the lips and said, "Let's go to the bedroom."
"Are you sure?" He asked, not wanting her to do anything she wasn't ready for.
She nodded and kissed him again.
Shigure stood up and carried Nightingale into the bedroom. He gently laid he down on the bed and kissed her tenderly. They slowly began to remove each other's clothes.
"You are so beautiful." Shigure told her and then kissed her long, slow, and tender.
That night, for the first time, Shigure and Nightingale made love.