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So here's chapter three, I hope you like it!

So yesterday was a total bust! That whole Coney Island thing didn't work out the way Danny had planned at all; he knew they shouldn't have gone. Now, not only were they behind on their work, but Mindy had ended up spending most of the day with Josh, while he basically became a stalker and watched them all day. She didn't seem to want to spend the day with just him at all, she was much to busy with Josh. Not that Danny wanted to spend time alone with her anyway, or did he? It was just that he would have probably enjoyed his time there more if she would have stayed closer to him then Josh. Was that jealousy? No, of course not. Danny Castellano didn't get jealous, right? He hated thinking about it; it was all just too confusing. At least now they were in the office, away from that ridiculously rich lawyer guy. What did Mindy see in him anyway? And how dare she end up calling him the jerk? He was only trying to help! Well, I guess calling her stupid really didn't help, maybe I should apologize. But, why should I apologize for telling the truth? How could she not see through his ruse? I know she's feeling vulnerable, but there are plenty more guys. She shouldn't have to settle. Maybe I should go tell her? Oh, and say what? Mindy you're amazing and you deserve someone nicer, someone more in love with you, someone more like me? Yea, then when she's done laughing, I'll end up alone AND humiliated.

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"Well, I think it's a bloody terrible idea," claimed Dr. Jeremy Reed.

"I agree," declared Shauna as she filed her nails.

"Really? I mean one date can't be that bad," said Mindy. They were sitting in her office discussing Josh. Mindy actually had a good time with him at Coney Island yesterday; she had forgotten how much she missed him. She knew that she couldn't just throw herself back into a relationship but that didn't mean she should completely shut him out.

"What does Dr. Castellano think about you and Josh?" asked Shauna. Mindy looked at her.

"He isn't happy about it, but when is that guy ever happy about anything. Besides it's none of his business because it doesn't concern him," she answered. Shauna shot a quick glance at Jeremy; Mindy thought it looked like they were sharing something. "What was that?" she demanded.

"Nothing, love," said Jeremy. "It's just that we are worried about you, we ALL are." Mindy laid herself down on the floor and stared up at the ceiling so she could think clearer.

"I know," she sighed. "I just don't want to be alone."

"Aw, you're not alone Dr. L. You have us," said Shauna.

"And I'm always available if you need me," winked Jeremy.

"Thanks guys, but you know that's not what I meant."

"I know Dr. L, but just because you feel a little alone right now doesn't mean it's forever," explained Shauna. "Don't go running into the arms of guys you know are clearly wrong for you."

"So what I am I supposed to do, just wait?" asked Mindy. Shauna shrugged.

"Give it a try. Maybe while you're waiting, your Prince Charming will find you." Mindy looked at Jeremy.

"What do you think?"

"I agree with Shauna, you need to relax and take some time out. But remember if you need any company while waiting, I'm always here,' he smiled. Shauna elbowed him.

"She needs to be alone right now, as in, without you."

"Hey, I'm not suggesting anything serious. A little fun never hurt anyone."

"That's just it," realized Mindy. "I'm not looking for fun anymore, I want something serious. I want my happy ending."

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Danny walked over to her office and knocked on the door before entering anyway.

"Hey do you want to have lunch?" he asked. He only expected to see Mindy but happened to be greeted by two additional faces.

"You're asking me to lunch?" questioned Mindy.

"That sounds excellent," replied Jeremy, getting up and looking at Danny. "I am ravished. Where are we going?" Danny stared at him silently. He hadn't really meant to invite all of them. He desperately glanced at Shauna, who seemed to receive the message.

"Chipotle," she said, answering Jeremy. "Me, you, Morgan and Betsy, let's go." She got up and started heading him out the door.

"But what about Mindy and Danny?" he asked.

"Yea, what about us? I want to go to Chipotle, they're burritos are delicious," said Mindy.

"Sorry Dr. L, we're going for this four person special thing they're having today, maybe next time," Shauna said quickly as she finally dragged Jeremy out of the room and closed the door. Danny really had to remember to give Shauna a raise. He stood in silence as Mindy stared up at him from the floor.

"So…lunch?" he asked. Mindy picked herself from the floor and sat in her desk chair.

"You still want to go? It'll be just us," she said.

"Is that going to be a problem? Or can you not handle being alone with me?" Mindy laughed.

"Ha! No not even a little."

"No? Are you sure?"

"What's that supposed to mean?"

"Well, I know how you feel about me."

"And what how is that exactly?"

"Well you are constantly staring at me. Especially when I wear my t-shirts."

"Yea sure, grandpa. I don't have any feelings for you. You probably have feelings for me, which is why you stalked me and Josh yesterday."

"First of all we were on an office trip; we were supposed to stay together, and nobody was getting lost on my watch. Secondly, you were the one who was running off with that loser and none of us wanted to see you get hurt. Thirdly, I am like six years older than you."

"Seven."

"Whatever. Are you ready for lunch or not?"

"Are you?" she scoffed.

"Are you?"

"Are you?"

"This is not productive."

"You're right," she agreed. "Maybe we should just forget it."

"No!" he said a little louder than he should of. Mindy raised an eyebrow. "I mean, we can't forget lunch…it's the most important meal of the day."

"I thought that was breakfast."

"I missed breakfast. I need food now; a man shouldn't go this long without eating."

"Then why don't you just go without me?"

"Why are you being so difficult? I am trying to be nice."

"Well you're failing – horribly."

"Let's just go."

"I'm not even hungry." Then as if on cue, her stomach growled – loudly. Danny flashed her a crooked smile.

"Sounds like you're lying. Come on, it'll be my treat."

"You're paying? Why didn't you say so?" Mindy asked as she got up and headed out the door. "Let's go." Danny rolled his eyes but smiled as he closed the door on his way out.

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Mindy laughed at Danny's joke. She couldn't believe that she was actually enjoying this lunch date or whatever it was. They were in a restaurant not too far from the office. It was nice and not too overcrowded so people could have conversations at a normal voice volume. Danny was being the perfect gentleman, he hadn't made a single joke at her expense since they got here and he even pulled out her chair when she was going to sit down. Mindy thought that kind of chivalry only existed in the movies. The only downside was that he refused to recognize the phenomenal quality of her favorite movies. He just didn't get it, romantic comedies are not only for pleasure but they also teach women how their men should treat them and not to settle for anything less. That's why she loved and never tired of watching them, especially her favorites.

"How can you possibly still be excited at the chance to watch another one of your stupid movies again? Wasn't twenty enough?" he asked.

"Sleepless in Seattle isn't stupid, it's a classic. You would understand if you had actually seen it, you have to watch it with me."

"Uh, why would I do that?"

"Because you love me and it would make me super happy," said Mindy, batting her eyelashes. Danny froze up for a second before releasing a nervous chuckle.

"Um, I don't…it's like…why would…" he babbled nervously. Mindy laughed.

"Chillax, Castel-lameo. I was just messing with you, but not about Sleepless in Seattle. One never jokes about Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. Never," she finished staring seriously at Danny.

"Fine, I'll watch the movie with you."

"Really?"

"Yes, but only to show you the difference between those prettied up Hollywood phonies and a real man."

"I take it you're the 'real man'."

"Yes ma'am. Now when are we watching this thing?"

"We could watch this magnificent movie, tomorrow at my place around eight?"

"Sounds like a date, um, I mean plan." Mindy laughed.

"Yea, sure." She stared at him silently for a moment.

"What?"

"Nothing, I was just wondering, what if-" Then her pager went rang.

"What were you wondering?" She waved him off.

"It was nothing. Apparently my patient's in labor, I have got to go." She began to pack up her purse and stand up.

"Go, I'll pay and meet you there."

"Ok thanks. And Danny?" she asked before she left the table.

"Yes?"

"I actually had a good time eating lunch with you. Thanks for inviting me."

"No problem, I had a nice time too. We should do this again."

"Yea," she smiled. "We should."