LaDawn, I enjoy the Nadine and Lorenzo angle. I feel like he would really appreciate her dedication to what she loves. I forget when Brainy and Lila will tell everyone about their relationship. I have written a lot of chapters out ahead of time, so I just plain forgot. (Great I just channeled Stinky just now lol)

Burn-a-dark-soul, it will.

Unsure how to completely dress for her date with, Lorenzo, Nadine almost threw up her hands in the air about to give up. A rich, handsome guy is taking her out tonight. It made her stomach flutter in so many ways. She hoped and prayed that the kiss they shared wasn't just a carnival fluke. It felt so perfect. So right. Even if she did pay for the kiss.

No, it was worth it. He had the most perfect lips. He smelled wonderful. Oh and he sounds so sexy. Nadine fluttered like the butterflies she held in a large open air tank. Butterflies she will let loose soon.

"Oh, I cannot wait, my friends. Oh, I hope he wants to see me again after this." She spoke to her insects as she finally decided on a skirt that was modest, and a short sleeve blouse. Brushing her wavy hair, she smiled at herself in the mirror in hopes of it blessing her.

She suddenly thought that she should of let, Rhonda help her dress her. Pulling her phone out, she almost took a picture of herself to text her to see if the outfit was good until she heard her mother call out to her. Her stomach fluttered. He's here!

Taking a deep breath, Nadine smoothed out her skirt, and left her room. Going downstairs, Nadine's breath caught the second she laid eyes on him. He was wearing black dress pants and a blue dress shirt. Smiling at him, she couldn't wait to get right next to him.

For, Lorenzo, he observed her coming down the stairs in a purposeful fashion. He saw how she was checking him over, while he was doing the same to her. He thought, Nadine had such an honest sweet smile. She had a cute figure, and seeing that this is the first time he saw her in a skirt, she had such nice legs.

Nadine didn't remember much of what her parents said before she left since all she heard from him was; "You look beautiful." The way he whispered in her ear sent chills up and down her spine. Oh please let her get another kiss in tonight.

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Meanwhile on her date with Harold, Patty was watching him in amusement after she won their latest arm wrestling match. They were in the section of the park with the largest grouping of trees surrounding them currently.

"Oh, but come on, Patty, I don't wanna do it." Harold was complaining.

Raising a brow up towards his whining, Patty sat back as she rested her weight on her hands. Crossing her legs at her ankles, she just smirked at him. "You wanted to bet and you lost. Time to pay up, Harold."

"But I thought you loved me."

"I do, Harold, but you wanted the bet so badly that you threatened to call your mommy. So time to pay up... Sucker."

Stomping his foot into the ground, Harold finally relented. "FINE! But I want a kiss after this."

Walking up to the nearest tree, he placed his back against it to pretend he was some type of stripper while humming out some music. For, Patty, she knew this won't be the last time he tried to place a fools bet against her. He always lost to her every time, and privately, she relished ever bit of it.

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Nadine was shocked. She was flattered. Seeing the place where his limo pulled up, Nadine turned to, Lorenzo to hug him. Feeling him hug her back, she told him that no one else wanted to come and see bugs with her willingly.

"I wanted this to be a memorable first date." Lorenzo informed her.

While the museum was closed, the portion where they do the Entomology studies wasn't. There was a skeleton crew doing research at the moment. Taking her hand, Lorenzo guided her towards the door where a guard let them in. The second they went past the lobby, he laughed kindly at her as she got excited all over again. The girl was adorable.

"I can't believe you did this for me, Lorenzo. I just can't."

Spotting the various species, Nadine brought him over to each exhibit informing him of everything she knew about them without bothering to look at the plaques whatsoever. She was in heaven.

Seeing as they went past everything, Lorenzo brought her back to see the actual research. Here, she was respectful of the others working while still asking questions. He loved to see her impress the other researchers with her knowledge.

"I take it, young lady, that you wish to be an Entomologist as well." An older male remarked to her.

"Oh yes. I've been doing this since I was a young girl. Insects are so fascinating in so many ways." Nadine informed him as she studied a centipede in one of the tanks. "Lorenzo, what do you think about insects?"

Coming over to observe the same insect, he found himself hypnotized by its many legs. "I'm not a fan of some, but I do agree with you... They are fascinating. Especially this one."

Nadine started spouting off some facts about the centipede making the researcher grin towards the young girl. Feeling like she might be tiring, Lorenzo out she quieted up for a bit. She didn't want him to get bored.

"Uh, why did you suddenly get quiet, Nadine?" Lorenzo wondered as he turned his gaze towards her.

Rubbing her arm nervously, she replied meekly. "Well I didn't want to tire you out with me. Some think it's cool I know this, but others get bored."

Straightening up, he placed his hands on her arms to reassure her. "Nadine, I enjoyed it very much, and want to hear what you know. I find you fascinating."

"Really?"

"Yes. Really." Brushing her hair back, he kissed her on the cheek. "I don't want you to stray from what you love. You should pursue it always. If someone tells you to stop, then ignore them."

"Listen to him, Miss. It is better that someone encourages what you love than not." The older male said. "If you will both excuse me, I still have more work to do. Please have a pleasant evening."

"Thank you, Rothschild. You have a good evening yourself." Lorenzo told him happily. "Now, are you hungry?"

Nodding her head, she enjoyed the feeling of his hand at the small of her back while they left the room, and museum. Inside the car, Lorenzo told the driver to head over to a restaurant. Putting the partition up, he turned to place a gentle finger under her chin. Guiding her towards him, Lorenzo planted a kiss against her mouth loving the same sensation he felt when he was at the carnival with her. He enjoyed how she melted against him. How she smelled so sweet.

"I'm enjoying myself very much, Nadine. I know I'm being premature, but I already want another with you." Kissing her cheeks, he stared into her eyes.

Pulse racing, Nadine couldn't deny it. "I would enjoy another date with you, Lorenzo. You have been such a gentleman with me."

Playing with her strands, he felt lost in the feeling against his hands. "I'll continue to be. You deserve the best."

Tonight, she'll be resting happily once she gets home. Well, right after she dances around her room a little.