Thanks for the suggestions for the Wanda thing. I think I figured out how to add it. Hope it works well enough. I've been trying to write but my grandparents want me to spend time with them and my brother has been using my laptop. Finally got some time. I like how some authors put up songs they were listening to that can somehow relate to the chapter or just because they like it. I was planning on it for the chapter at the coffee shop and was going to put coffee shop soundtrack but forgot to when I put up the chapter. So for this chapter it's Hero/Heroine by Boys Like Girls because I love the song as well as it's kind of how Ian feels. Here's the next chapter!

"I'll pick you up at 6." I smiled and walked towards the door. When I reached it I looked back at her and asked, "Where do I pick you up?"

She smiled and told me where she lived. I smiled back and took one long look at her face rememorizing it before miserably walking to the empty, gloomy hotel room.

Chapter 7

WPOV

I reluctantly got out of bed after a few attempts to get some extra sleep. It was going to be a long day. I had no class and, therefore, wouldn't see Ian. I had nothing to keep my mind occupied while I waited for 6 to come around. I got my breakfast and ate it as slowly as I could. The hot shower didn't help me much either and didn't take up as much of my time as I hoped it would.

Well, at least I got the silence I was hoping for. Ever since I agreed to go out with Ian, Melanie has been complaining about it and keeps throwing memories of Jared at me hoping that I forget about my growing feelings for Ian and remember hers for Jared. But she finally realized that I wasn't going to give into her and, on the contrary, was determined to be with Ian.

I turned on the tv in hopes of finding some sort of distraction but failed yet again.

That's because all of the television shows and movies that your parasite friends put on suck. There's nothing unpredictable. Everything is exactly how you expect it turn out. There's no twists, no turns. Where's the excitement?

There goes the silence.

Do you want the fighting and the killing that you humans seem to love so much? What's so great about conflict anyway? I looked at the tv and saw that the movie was pretty predictable.

Told you.

Ok. Fine. It's not so great. But we don't like confrontation like you humans do and avoid it as much as possible. I'm usually able to avoid it.

Well excuse me. It's not my fault you're going out with a guy in my body.

I wouldn't if I could help it. But there's something about Ian that draws me to him. You saw me all this time living in solitude. You saw how empty I was. In these last couple of days, it's like the emptiness is gone. And be honest. Even if Jared was here, would you want me to be with him? You would hate my closeness to him.

I finally told her the complete truth though she already knew it and already felt it. There was a moment of silence.

As much as I hate to believe it, you're right. I would hate to see you with Jared. Him touching and kissing you when he should only do that to me would make me so mad. And I'm sorry for being selfish though I shouldn't be. This is my body after all. I'll try to get out of your way on your date. But don't expect me to leave permanently. I'm still here and can see and hear everything.

Thank you.

I finally got up and decided it acceptable time to get ready for my date. That's when I realized it. I had no idea what I was going to wear. I've never been on a date before. What if I dress too casually or too dressy? I stepped into my closet and stared uncertainly at the clothes before me.

Melanie…

Hey, don't look at me. I never really went on a date before you guys took over. I've only had Jared as a boyfriend.

Well, what am I supposed to do?

Hmm…maybe something in between? Casual but nice. Like those dark denim jeans with…um…that nice blue top.

I tried on the outfit and looked at myself in the mirror. Casual but nice like you said. Do I look alright?

Perfect. Now those black flats and leave your hair the way it is. A little bit of mascara and lip gloss wouldn't hurt.

You're getting into this for someone who has never been on a date.

When you think about it, you're kind of going on my first date. So I want to at least do it properly. Trust me. I'm as surprised as you. I should hate you for this. But, it is a bit fun to dress you up.

I'm sorry. I'm taking your first date. But thank you for the advice and help.

No problem. I guess you aren't so bad. Now finish getting ready.

I did everything she told me to and looked at the clock. 5:58. Two minutes. I couldn't stop pacing. The anticipation continued to grow. 5:59. One minute. What if I'm a bad date? What if I say something wrong?

What if, what if, what if. Stop thinking so much. You'll be fine. You're making it hard to try to hide up here.

I smiled a bit before answering. Sorry, Melanie.

Suddenly I heard the door bell ring.

Well, here it goes…

IPOV

I took a deep breath as I rang the doorbell. Wanderer opened the door. My eyes widened and my heart started racing as I looked at her standing before me. She looked beautiful.

"A-a-are you ready to go?"

"Yes." She replied smiling.

I took her hand and led her to my car. I opened the door for her and closed it before getting into my side. I hope she likes what we're doing tonight I thought as I drove to our destination. I parked the car and got out rushing to her side and opened the door. I took her hand again and started to lead her.

"The park?"

"Yes. Just wait."

I led her to the pond that I visited the other night to think.

"Close your eyes." I told her. She immediately closed her eyes. I ran to the tree and climbed to the place I left the basket and blanket. I set the blanket down and got out the sandwiches I had made and the drinks. I would have cooked something else but I have never been good in the kitchen.

"Alright. Open them."

She opened her eyes and looked at what I had done. I nervously waited for her response. I wasn't sure where to go with her. The movies didn't sound adequate and a restaurant wouldn't be as private. So a picnic at sunset in my favorite place sounded the best. But as I waited I started thinking that perhaps I was mistaken and maybe dinner at some actual food establishment would have been better.

I looked at her prepared to apologize for messing our date up but stopped when I saw her smiling at me.

"I love it. It's perfect. The sunset, the lake, the food. Thank you."

I smiled and indicated that she should sit down. We both started eating and talking about ourselves. I was surprised that it was so easy to talk to her. There were no awkward silences.

"So do you have a nickname?" I asked.

"A nickname? Why?"

"As much as I like the name Wanderer, it is a bit of a mouthful to say. No one has ever made you a nickname?"

"No. But you may if you would like to. I never thought about it before."

"Hmm…I don't want to stray far from your actual name. So…how about Wanda?"

She thought about it for a second before answering.

"Wanda. I kind of like it. Alright. You may call me Wanda."

I moved the picnic basket and all our leftovers off of the blanket.

"Lay down, Wanda."

She looked at me confused so I pointed at the stars above us.

"We can see all the stars because there are no clouds in the sky. But it's more fun when you're laying down. We don't want to strain your neck."

She smiled before doing as I said and looked up at me. I joined her making sure there was little space between us. We started pointing out constellations and talking about random subjects. When she got to the subject of other planets, I got a bit nervous.

"What other planets have you been to?"

"Me? Um…actually, this is my first planet. It's the only one I know which is why I take your class. So I could learn about the other ones."

"It will be hard for you when you do go to other ones."

"What do you mean?"

"Well, I've been to the other ones. No other planets have quite as strong emotions as this one does. I don't think I would be able to go back to one of them without missing them. They're all dull in comparison to this one. Having all the senses is a bonus. In some places you can't see or smell. Well, you know what I tell you in class about the other planets."

"So you like this one the best?"

"Yes. I suppose I do. For more reasons than one." She mumbled the last part.

"What's your favorite part about this planet?"

"Like I said, the senses." I could tell she was lying.

"Are you sure?"

She sighed in defeat. "My favorite part is finding someone like you."

She looked at me to see my reaction and was surprised to see our faces so close to each other. I hesitantly leaned closer to her not sure how she would react. When I saw that she wasn't going to stop me, I lightly pressed my lips against hers. My heart started racing as our lips moved together. It was like nothing I had ever felt before and like nothing I expected.

I pulled away gently and opened my eyes to find her smiling at me. This time it was her who closed the space between us and pressed her lips to mine again. I was surprised but put my arms around her. When it ended, I pulled her closer to me as we once again looked up at the stars.

AN: Hope you guys liked the beginning of the chapter alright. I want Melanie and Wanda to develop some sort of friendship. Of course it won't be as strong as in the book because they're not going through life-threatening experiences. So I thought if they understood each other than perhaps they can like each other. Was it ok? And how was the rest of the chapter? I hope the date was alright. Review to let me know.