Chapter 30. The Wilted Rose II
Rifiuto: Non Miniera
Fiyero gently took his wife's hand.
As they bid goodnight to the rest of the family, Fiyero pulled his wife into his arms, and kissed her gently, before taking her to the waiting carriage outside. He helped her in, and settled next to her, as they rode to the restaurant.
"So where are we going?" She asked, lacing her fingers in his.
"The Wilted Rose."
"I don't think I've ever been there before."
"I have. It's got the best lobster around." He whispered.
"Mmm. I love lobster." She replied, as the carriage stopped, and they got out. Still holding her hand, he led her into the restaurant.
The Wilted Rose was a nice, quaint little restaurant in the heart of the Emerald City. Known for its wonderful cuisine and great prices, it was high class, without the high prices. The matre'd asked for their reservation, and then led them to a nice little table up front, where the two had a wonderful view of the park across the street. Fiyero pulled her chair out for her, and then, once she was seated, took his.
Once the waiter left to fetch their wine, the young couple turned to the menu.
"So much to choose from." Elphaba muttered.
"I know. But it's all good, trust me." She gave him a small smile, and gently caught his ankle with hers.
"Have you decided?"
The two looked up to see the waiter setting their wine down for them, and waiting to take their orders.
"Um, yes. I'll have the lobster and scallops." Elphaba said.
"And I'll have the steamed oysters. Thank you."
"Yes, thank you." The waiter nodded, and left, off to get their order.
"So, ready to go home?" She asked, running her foot up her husband's leg. He chuckled.
"I can't wait. I miss the Vinkus dearly."
"I know. So do I."
They talked about nothing and everything, until dinner arrived. Then, they ate in silence for a while, until the check arrived, and both reached for it.
"Fae. Let me."
"I can get it Yero."
"Oh you can?" He asked, raising his eyebrows.
"Yes. After all, I am the Crown Princess of the Arjiki." Elphaba said, grabbing the check.
"Well, that may be so, Princess," He started, leaning over. "but you've forgotten that I'm the Crown Prince." He said, taking the check from her.
He paid, and the two left.
They'd make it to the hotel just in time to catch the train home to the Vinkus.