The next morning we're both sleeping peacefully, deciding to sleep in for a little bit because last night ended late. I'm in the middle of the dream, when I hear music going off in it. I wake up realizing that it's my phone. My ring tone startles me out of the dream and I reach for my phone sleepily. I look at the screen the best I can, since my eyes are still somewhat closed, and I see a text from Carlos that's telling me good morning and that he hopes he didn't wake me.
Good morning to you too. You did wake me but it's okay.
I can let you get back to sleep if you want.
I'm okay.
You sure now...because we can't have you being tired on our date tonight.
I'll be okay. Thank you for asking though.
You're welcome.
So what's up?
Not much, just wanted to wish you a good morning.
Aww. Thank you.
And speaking of our date by the way, just dress casually. I have some fun things planned.
Okay. I can't wait. I'm excited.
I can tell.
:)
Then I hear a knock on the front door, since my room was near it.
Hold on, someone's at the door.
Ok.
I get up and put on a robe to go answer the door.
"Coming!" I shout, getting closer to the door before opening it to reveal Kendall.
"Kendall..."
"Hey." He says sheepishly.
"What're you doing here?"
"I was hoping to surprise Gianna."
"Couldn't exactly wait for your date tonight huh?"
"I actually came up with a better idea for during the day. She likes the zoo right?"
"Yeah...awwww, you wanna take her to the zoo."
Kendall smiles. "Yeah, I do."
"Come in."
I step aside and Kendall comes in holding a bag and a bouquet of roses.
"Awwww roses."
"That's her favorite flower by the way." I add.
"Really? Didn't know that. Glad I got them then."
"Yeah."
"I think she's still sleeping though."
"Oh okay."
"But I suppose it wouldn't hurt to check. You can go ahead if you want."
"Alright."
"By the way, how did you get here?"
"A taxi, but..."
"Ohhhh Harmony!" I faintly hear Carlos' voice outside.
I go over to the window and look out, seeing Carlos standing outside on the front lawn. I laugh and wave at him.
"...Carlos wanted to come with me to see you." Kendall laughs.
"Aww. Sweet." I giggle.
"Well Gi's room is upstairs and the first door on the right." I add.
"Okay, thanks."
He heads that way, and I head back into my room, picking up my phone and texting Carlos to come ahead inside. He comes inside, following the directions to get to my room. Since I didn't really have time to change, I just stayed in the tank top and shorts wore to bed for now. And my hair was a bit messy so I tied it back. Carlos taps on my partially open door.
"I'm decent...come in."
He slips in and smiles. "Hey."
"Hey." I smile back.
He walks over and hugs me.
"Missed me that much already?" I giggle.
"Of course." He chuckles.
"So much that you have to stand on my front lawn calling my name? Dork."
"You're the one that agreed to a date." He laughs.
"Because I've been wanting to go out with you ever since I first saw you."
"I'm flattered."
"And then yesterday...the kiss, I guess you could say I was waiting for the moment for a long time."
"I see. Well you don't have to wait long anymore."
"Clearly not."
Carlos smiles and kisses me gently.
"Kissed twice and not even the first date." I giggle after he pulls away.
"I can't help it. You're beautiful."
"Aww."
I smile with a little blush and then kiss his cheek.
"You're sweet."
"Because I like you and you're worth it."
"Well in that case will there be some singing to me in the future?"
"Of course." He chuckles.
"Great. I like your voice when you sing."
"Thank you."
"I um...sometimes have trouble sleeping. I'll focus on your voice in any of the songs and it helps."
"Aw, I'm glad I can help."
"So, what's the plan for today? Besides the date."
"Whatever you want."
"Well I will have the whole house to myself since Kendall's taking Gi out today."
"Right."
"We got a pool and stuff in the backyard."
"Sweet."
"So plenty of things to do."
"Sounds good."
"By the way, nice room." He grins, and that's when I remember the posters.
I start blushing and he laughs, squeezing me gently in his arms. Meanwhile in Gi's room, Kendall finds it and quietly enters. He sees her curled up in her bed, an array of pillows around her. He smiles and sets the roses and stuff down, before deciding to climb onto the bed and cuddle with her. She unconsciously snuggles into as she feels his warmth, tucking her head against his neck. Then he starts to sing to her quietly. She starts to stir, gripping his shirt lightly. He looks down seeing her wake up, and smiles. She frowns in confusion and opens her eyes a bit, looking up. She sees Kendall and she blinks a few times before the confusion melts away and she smiles a bit. She settles back down to listen peacefully. After he finishes the song, he lays there with her, quiet.
"Thank you for the amazing wake up call." She says quietly.
"You are very welcome."
"And not that I'm complaining but why are you here? I thought we weren't seeing each other until tonight."
"I wanted to surprise you. I came up with a better idea for during the day."
"Oh. Okay."
"I'd tell you, but I want it to be a surprise."
She giggles quietly.
"Okay."
"I got something for you though."
"Oh?"
"Close your eyes first."
She gives him a look and then closes her eyes. He sits up and reaches over, grabbing the roses.
"Alright, you can open them."
She opens her eyes and sees a bouquet of different colored roses.
"Ohhh...they're beautiful. Thank you."
"I knew you'd love them."
"I do." She smiles, kissing the corner of his mouth.
"Good."
She admires the roses, inhaling the sweet smell.
"Mmm."
"First, I'm taking you out to breakfast so you should get up."
"What should I wear?"
"Something comfortable...casual."
"Okay." She nods, reluctantly moving away from him.
"You're gonna have to get out while change though."
Kendall nods and heads for the hall. She gets out of bed and rummages around until she decides to wear a blue flutter sleeved dress. She grabs some matching low top chuck taylors and puts those on before going into the bathroom to do all that stuff. After that she grabs what she needs before leaving the room.
"Need to put these in a vase." Gi murmurs, holding the roses.
"Right." Kendall nods.
She heads for the kitchen with him in tow. She searches for a vase in the cabinets, finding the perfect one. She gets the roses in the vase with the water and sets them out on the counter.
"There. Perfect."
"Just like you."
She instantly blushes.
"Are we ready to go now?"
"Mmhmm." She nods.
"Well let's go then."
She grabs her keys and follows him out.
"I should probably tell Harm where I'm going..."
"She knows."
"Oh. Okay."
"Plus I think she's gonna be too busy...having fun with Carlos."
"Oh, he came over too?"
"He wanted to see her."
"Aww. That's cute."
"I know."
Kendall take her keys and he drives. He finds a place to have breakfast, parks, and they head inside. They get seated and order. While they're waiting, they talk a bit.
"So you're really gonna like where I'm taking you. Even Harmony approved."
"Ooh." Gi smiles.
"Must be really good if Harm approves." She adds.
"I think it is."
"Can't wait."
Their drinks come to the table first, and then shortly after the food does. They talk more while they eat. They share some food playfully, a little flirting going on. Then a while later, the bill gets dropped off at the table, Kendall offering to pay it. They go back and forth and he manages to win the argument and he pays.
"I have no problem with paying, so you don't have to worry."
"I know."
"But now onto your surprise."
She nods and they go to the car. He drives to their destination. She watches out the window for any clues. He finally turns and pulls into a big parking lot. That's when she realizes where they are.
"The Zoo? Awww. I love the zoo." She smiles.
"So I've been told." He smiles back.
"I packed a backpack with snacks and that kind of thing." He adds.
"Smart." She remarks.
"Always thinking ahead."
They both get out and he grabs the bag. Then they head towards the entrance. She just walks next to him with a little space between them at first. He pays for both of them when they walk up to the booth, before heading into the zoo.
"Let's get a map here so we can see where to go first."
"Right."
They grab a map and look it over.
"Zebras?"
"Sure." He nods, and they head over that way.
They walk up and admire them, taking some pictures. Then they look at the map for something else. They then see a bunch more small exhibits before heading to the lions.
"Ooooh."
She takes pictures of the lions.
"The baby one is so cute!" She adds.
"Yeah." Kendall chuckles, watching over her shoulder.
He then wraps his arms around her and rests his chin on her shoulder. She tenses slightly and looks at him a little in surprise. Then a small smile tugs at her lips and she relaxes into him.
"Nothing is as cute as you." He says quietly
She starts blushing.
"Especially when you do that." He smiles, kissing her cheek.
She blushes even harder.
"Still cute."
She turns and hides her face in his chest.
"Quiiiit." She mumbles.
"But it's fun." Kendall laughs, rubbing her back and shoulders.
She gives a content sigh as she leans into him and enjoys his touch.
"Move onto something else?"
"Sure."
He takes out the map to find another exhibit. He points one out and she agrees. He puts the map away for a moment, and he holds out his hand for her to grab. She smiles and takes it, lacing their fingers. Then they walk away from the lions to the next exhibit. They take pictures there, taking some of themselves.
"So, how's the date so far?" Kendall asks.
"I'm having a good time." She smiles.
"Good, I'm glad."
"What about you?"
"I'm having an amazing time."
"Good." She smiles.
"Wanna have some of those snacks now?"
"Sure." She nods.
He starts looking for a spot they can sit and eat the snacks. That's when he spots a grassy area under a tree. He pulls a blanket out of the backpack for them to sit on and they spread it out, taking a seat. Kendall pulls out some snacks and drinks.
"Thank you."
"You're welcome."
"You really came prepared didn't you?"
"Yeah. I wanted this to be perfect."
"Aww."
"And it is perfect." She adds.
"I'm glad."
"We couldn't ask for a more perfect day either."
"Yeah, it's amazing."
"I am hoping that something good comes out of this date..."
"Oh?"
"Yeah...I mean I really like you and everything. We connect with each other, and I'm hoping that you could be my girlfriend after today."
She leans in and kisses by his lips.
"I think right now is better." She says softly, a bit shy.
"Really?" He smiles.
She nods, a slight blush on her cheeks.
"In that case, I have a gift for you."
"Ooh."
"I got this...for if you would say yes to being my girlfriend." He says, going into the backpack and pulling out a box, opening it to reveal a ring.
"Ohh...Kendall, that's so sweet." She breathes.
"I hope it fits."
He takes it out of the box and picks up her hand, sliding the ring on.
"Perfect." She smiles.
"Great. And now we're official."
"Boyfriend." She giggles softly.
"Girlfriend." He smiles.
She giggles again and leans into him slightly.
"And I'm thinking that when we start our tour next year...you should come with...if you want to."
"I would love to but I'd need to think about it first. That's a long time." She says honestly
"Right, of course." He nods. "Just an idea."
"It's a good idea, don't get me wrong. I would love that. I just need a little time to decide."
"Right, well the tour doesn't start till February...plenty of time."
"Okay."
"But January is gonna be busy...tons of rehearsal for the tour."
"Right."
"But it's gonna be fun."
"Of course."
"We're all bringing our dogs on tour with us."
"Awww." Gi giggles.
"I know right?"
"Sounds like fun."
"Yep." He nods.
She scooches closer and admires the ring her gave her.
"This is really pretty."
"I love it." She adds.
"I kind of thought you would."
"I really do." She kisses his cheek.
"I'm glad." He smiles.
"I think I'm ready to get going."
"More exhibits? Or head home?"
"More exhibits. I'm not ready for this to be over."
"Alright, well how about we stay until closing?"
"Okay." She agrees.
Kendall packs up everything, and Gi helps. Then they head off to another exhibit. In the meantime, Carlos and I are reaching the end of an intense video game session.
"Oh you are SO not beating me."
"Bring it."
"Oh I will."
"It's on like Donkey Kong."
"Oh yeah."
It's a close call, but in the end Carlos wins.
"Oh would you look at that." He grins.
"You got lucky."
"Suuuure."
"That's what they all say."
"I think I deserve something for winning."
"Like what?"
"Oh I don't know..." He trails off.
I laugh lightly. Then I lean over and give him a quick kiss.
"You could've just said you wanted that."
Carlos shrugs and smiles.
"Goof."
"But you're dating me anyway." He laughs.
"Because I love your goofy personality."
"I'm glad."
"Oh by the way, after our date tonight, I have a gift for you." He adds.
"Ooh, like what?"
"It's a surprise."
"Awww."
"You can make it."
"I don't know..."
"Yes you can." He chuckles, kissing my cheek.
"If you say so."
"I do."
"So, what to do now? Pool?"
"Sure."
"Question...what are you gonna swim in?"
"Hmm..."
"Cause it won't be fair if I swim and you don't."
"Right."
"Oh wait, I think we have some old shorts you can use."
"Wait right here." I say, before going to get them.
"I think these will work." I tell him as I come back.
"Yeah, it's fine." He nods after checking them out.
"Alright, I'll show you where the bathroom is."
I lead him to one and he goes in while I go put my own swimsuit on. I put a pair of shorts over the bottoms, before grabbing a couple towels from another bathroom and head outside to wait for him. Shortly after that he appears outside.
"This is a nice backyard." He comments.
"Thanks." I reply.
"We spend a lot of time out here." I add.
"I can see why."
"Shall we get in." He asks.
"Yeah, of course." I nod.
He of course immediately jumps in, before I could get into the water. I laugh and take off my shorts before jumping in.
"Wanted to be the first one in the pool huh?"
"Yeah." He laughs.
"And now..." He trails off, before grabbing me.
"...I've got you."
"Eep!" I squeal, giggling.
"Can't keep your hands off me...can you?" I add while giggling still.
"Nope." He grins.
"I figured as much."
He hugs me and kisses my cheek.
"And no I'm not letting you go." He adds.
"Aw." I smile.
"That's sweet." I add.
"Because I like you."
"And I like you too. We established that last night."
"i know."
"And tonight should be fun.
"Oh yeah."
"Just wait until you find out what I have planned."
"I can't wait."
"Our next date can be a more romantic one, if that's okay with you."
"That's good with me." I smile. "It'll be nice to see the romantic side of you."
"You'll see it soon."
I smile and kiss him quickly once again.
"Kissing you is addicting...to be honest."
"I agree." He nods, stealing a kiss himself.
After he pulls away, he starts placing quick kisses everywhere.
"Quiiiit." I laugh.
"Nope." He laughs.
"I'll poke you."
Carlos grabs my hands.
"Ohhh, not fair."
"Too bad."
"Let me go?"
"Why?"
"Well...I actually don't have an answer for that question."
"So no, I'm not letting go."
"Well I can still poke your hands."
I start doing that and he just laughs. "That has no effect on me."
"Aww."
"You can try all you want."
Carlos slows the kisses down, lingering more. Then he starts making his way around the pool, bringing me along with him. I relax into him and smile.
"You're comfortable." I mumble.
"Good to know." He laughs.
"Just out of curiosity, how much longer are you in town anyway?"
"We aren't here for much longer unfortunately."
"Oh."
"I wish we had more time."
"I do too."
"Maybe...you could come with me? Only if you wanted to."
"Carlos...I'd love to, it's a big step for me. I'll have to talk to Gi about it, I really don't want to leave her alone if I go."
"Right, okay."
"I just still hate the face that you won't be here much longer. I hope that I'll have long enough to decide to go with you or not."
"You take your time. You could always fly out after."
"True..."
"The last thing I want to do is put any pressure on you. If you can come, great. If you can't, then we'll figure something out. Let's just enjoy the day today and the date tonight, and we'll deal with it when the day comes."
I nod before letting go of his hands and wrapping my arms around his neck. Carlos leans in and kisses me gently before leaning his head against mine.
"Don't worry about a thing." He says quietly.
"Okay."
After a while, we decide to get out of the pool and we sit on one of the poolside chairs . Carlos holds me to him while we talk a bit. We decided to spend the rest of the day out by the day seemed to pass by awfully quickly and before Gi and Kendall knew it, the sun started going down and the zoo was closing in an hour.
"Aw." Gi pouts.
"I know. The day just flew by."
"Yeah."
"The day doesn't have to end yet."
"What are you thinking?"
"Movie night? Just you and me?"
"That sounds good." She smiles.
"Movie theater room back at the house?" She suggests.
"Perfect."
They head back to the entrance of the zoo, leaving and heading back to the car. She clutches the stuffed polar bear Kendall bought her and snuggles under his arm as they walk through the parking lot.
"Any idea what you're gonna name the polar bear?"
"Hmmm. I'm not sure. Any suggestions."
"How about after me?"
"Hmmm." She contemplates the idea.
"Let me think about it." She adds.
"Okay." He chuckles.
"I'll let you know when I decide."
He nods and they make it back to the car, getting in and then heading back to the house. They get there and she lets them in.
"Alright, down to the movie theater room."
"Actually, do you mind if I go change real quick?"
"Oh no, not at all, go ahead."
"Be right back." She kisses his cheek.
He nods and she heads up to her room to change. She comes back downstairs holdng a pillow, a blanket, and her polar bear.
"Alright, now we can head down to the movie theater room."
Kendall nods and they go downstairs.
"I think you should pick the movie this time." She says.
"Yeah? Alright." He agrees.
He goes to pick out a movie and she sets the pillow and blanket in one of the reclining chairs. She looks up at him, waiting to see what he wants to do. After picking the movie, he gets it all set up and he walks over to the chair, sitting down first. He scooches over a bit so that she can sit with him. He holds that arm up and she smiles, sliding into that spot and snuggling into him. He takes the blanket and puts it over the both of them. They get fully settled and Kendall sees that while she took off the rest of her jewelry, she left on the ring he gave me.
"You left the ring I gave you on." He smiles.
"Yeah...I just couldn't make myself take it off yet." She says shyly.
"That's okay." He says, kissing her forehead.
"I like it too much."
"Well that's good."
"Thank you for everything."
"You're welcome."
She leans up and brushes her lips against his before reaching for the remote. Then she snuggles into him. She starts the movie and just enjoys being held. He occasionally kisses the top of her head, while watching the movie. She sighs in content and gently kisses his neck.
"So naming the polar bear after me?"
She giggles.
"Is that a yes?"
"You are determined aren't you?"
"Maybe."
"I haven't decided yet. Goof."
"Alright alright, take your time."
She laughs and kisses his neck.
"You're a dork."
"You're dating me." He chuckles.
"Because I like you."
"I like you too."
"I know." She says, admiring her ring again.
"This is really pretty."
Kendall laughs.
"Glad I picked that one then."
"I'm glad you did too."
"It was really sweet of you to get this just because I said I would be your girlfriend." She adds.
"Well you're special."
She blushes a little and bites her lip.
"And I thought you deserved something special."
She kisses him quickly before backing away shyly.
"You're cute when you act all shy."
She blushes more.
"And when you do that."
"I'm not used to so much complimenting.
"Well with me you're gonna get a lot of it.
"I can tell. I'm not really used to being affectionate with a guy either. I've had boyfriends but none as touchy feely as you."
"Well clearly they didn't know how to treat you."
She shrugs a little.
"Something I just need to get used to."
"Oh, I'll make sure of that alright."
"Oh really?"
She looks at him curiously.
"Yes really."
"Like..."
"Like..showing the affection I have for you every day."
"Sounds like a plan to me."
"Glad you like it."
[Sei il migliore.] She murmurs.
"Hmm?"
She repeats herself.
"What does that mean?"
"You're the best." She says softly, kissing right by his ear.
"Aww, thank you."
"You're welcome."
"You're the best as well."
She smiles and blushes lightly. Then they go back to watching the movie. Carlos and I have decided to dry off and get ready for the date we're going on. Carlos is obviously ready first and he waits for me in the living room. After I'm all set, I make sure I have what I need before leaving my bedroom and heading out into the living room.
"You look great." He smiles.
"Why thank you."
"You're very welcome."
"Obviously you only know where we're going, so you can drive my car." I say, handing him my keys.
"Alright."
We head out the door and outside, unlocking my car and we get in. We pull out of the driveway, and off to our destination. I of course watch for any signs and what not. We then pull into a parking lot and there's a big light up sign that says 'Lazer Tag'.
"Lazer Tag? Fun!"
"Yup, this is only part one of the date however."
"Oooh."
"The date is in two parts."
"Okay."
He finds a parking spot and then we head inside. We sign up for a game and go through the safety speeches and stuff. Soon we're able to start a game, Carlos and I being on the same team. Everyone goes into the paying area and the game starts. Everyone begins shooting and sneaking around. Carlos and I stick together, making sure no one sneaks up on us. We double team people racking up points.
"Doing good so far."
"We make a great team."
"Yes we do." I nod.
Carlos smiles and kisses my cheek.
"Oooh I spot another person."
We both shoo them and hear them groan in disappointment.
"Haha another one down."
"We're good." He laughs.
We go through a couple more rounds, and after we leave the room, we pick up our score sheets.
"Hah, we win."
"Great job." He grins, kissing me quickly.
"Couldn't have done it without you."
"Like I said, we make a good team."
"Of course."
"Now onto the next thing."
"Which is..."
"...a surprise too."
"Awww."
"Don't worry, it's not too far from here."
"Okay."
We head out of the building and get back into the car. Carlos drives tot he next place and I see it's mini golf.
"Mini golf? I love mini golf."
"Good." Carlos smiles.
"Haven't been here in a while."
"Well now you're here."
We get out of the car again and head in to pay for a game and everything. We pick our golf balls and putters before going to the first hole.
"You first." Carlos says.
"Okay." I agree, stepping up.
I hit the ball and it comes within inches of being a hole in one.
"Ohhh so close."
"The ball's evil." I laugh.
"Maybe." He laughs too.
He steps up and hits the ball, getting a hole in one.
"Ohhhhh! Yeah!" He cheers.
"Dork."
"You like it."
"I do."
He comes over and gets a kiss from me. Then we move onto the next hole, taking our turns with trying to get a hole in one. After a while it finally came down to the last hole.
"I'm going to winnnnn."
"We'll see about that."
I go up and take my turn. This time I do end up getting the hole in one.
"Yayyyy." I cheer dancing.
"Your turn." I add.
Carlos laughs and goes up. He tries lining up the ball the best he can before hitting it.
"Come on...come on..." He mutters as it rolls down.
The ball gets to the hole, and it seems like it's going to go in, but it doesn't.
"Ohhhhhhh, denied!"
"Now your ball is evil."
"Yeah! No fair!"
"Well now you have to go hit it into the hole."
Carlos does so.
"I think I still win though."
"We'll see."
He collects the ball and I grab mine. Then we head back to return everything.
"Now what?" I ask after that.
"Well...I do have that gift for you."
"Oooh, do I get it now?"
"Maybe."
Carlos takes me over to the pretty gazebo nearby.
"This is pretty."
"Yeah." He agrees.
"But not as pretty as you."
"Aw." I smile.
"So how has today been?"
"It's been fun."
"Good." He smiles.
"There's one more thing before I give you your gift."
"What's that?"
"There's a reason to the gift."
"Really?"
"Yep."
"Like what?"
"Well I've been thinking about this all day, and I figured I'd ask you after the date was over. I want to know if you want to be my girlfriend."
"Oh Carlos...of course!"
"Really? Great. Now the gift...making it official."
Carlos takes out a box and opens it, revealing a music note necklace.
"It's so pretty."
Carlos smiles and takes it out of the box to put on me. After he clasps it, I turn around and hug him. He holds me to him, kissing my head.
"It's getting late, how about we go back to your house. I can call a taxi to come pick me up."
"Okay." I agree.
I pull away from the hug and I grab his hand. Then we head back to the car and head back to the house. We park in the driveway and get out.
"I wish this didn't have to end..." I say.
"We still have time from when I call the taxi to when it gets here."
"Right..."
But then the front door opens and Kendall walks out, just as a taxi pulls up.
"Hey Kendall, how was your date?"
"It was fun."
"That's good."
"You?" He asks.
"Ours was good too."
"Leaving so soon though?"
"Yeah, Gianna was falling asleep."
"Oh."
"I suppose it would be a good idea to go with him huh?" I ask Carlos.
"Yeah..."
"Aww."
"We can do something tomorrow." Carlos says soothingly.
"Okay." I nod.
"I'll talk to you in the morning okay."
I nod in agreement. Carlos gives me one last hug and kiss before saying goodnight and leaving with Kendall. I wait until the taxi is gone to head back inside. I lock the door and head for my room. After I get to my room, I get changed, putting the necklace in a safe place before getting into bed.
