Authors Note: I'm sooooo sorry for the lack of updating. Time flies so fast! And to be honest, I've felt a little stuck on the story lately, because I'm getting close to wrapping up this part of the "series" for lack of a better word. So I'm trying to figure out what idea I want to happen when, etc.

Anyway, it's only one chapter, but I think you "Zali" fans will like it. (Thanks to illusionxnjh on Wattpad for your sweet comment and the shipper name, lol)

Chapter 112: After Date Game

Zak, Nancy and I all ordered a small dessert once we finished our meals, and the conversation continue to go very well. It was like Nancy and I had known each other for a while now. I could only hope that that was a good sign, and that she approved and liked me.

When we walked outside afterwards, we moved aside from the front doors to say our farewell greetings – at least between Nancy and I.

"Well sweetie, thank you so much for agreeing to this dinner. I had such a great time, and it was an absolute pleasure to meet you!" Nancy said, smiling at me.

I noticed that Zak – who was standing beside Nancy - had a smile on his face.

I smiled in return, despite my slight shyness.

"No need to thank me, it was a pleasure to meet you too," I replied.

Nancy's smile became brighter, and then she surprised me when she stepped up to me and hugged me. I hugged her back in return, and I could see that even Zak looked shocked by his mothers forwardness.

"Let's do this again soon," Nancy started. "Or maybe we could go out together for a girls outing, just the two of us," Nancy added, before pulling back and smiling at me again.

I was surprised at her suggestion, but equally pleased.

She must like me if she's willing to go out with just me...

"Sure. That would be really nice," I replied genuinely, smiling at her.

"Great!" Nancy replied. "Well, have a fun and safe lockdown in Tombstone, and look after my boy," Nancy added, looking up at Zak as she patted his shoulder in a motherly way.

I smiled and managed not to laugh at Zak's embarrassed face.

"I will," I replied.

"Alright, enough of that," Zak jokingly mumbled, handing Nancy his keys. "I'll be right there," Zak added.

"Sure sweetheart," Nancy replied, then looked at me. "Goodnight Alicia," she added.

"Goodnight Nancy," I replied, and she smiled before she began walking toward Zak's car, which wasn't parked too far away.

"I hope that didn't make you uncomfortable...her hugging you and offering to go out just the two of you," Zak said, as he stepped up to me, looking slightly worried.

"No, not at all," I started. "I was surprised, but, I'm hoping it means she likes me...?" I asked, a bit unsure.

Zak chuckled softly as he smiled at me in a way that said "you silly girl".

"Yes, she likes you," Zak said. "In fact...she's never been like that with my past girlfriends," Zak said in realization.

"Really?" I asked, shocked. "That's...good? Right...?" I asked, still unsure. I didn't know how I'd handle it if I found out his mother didn't like me.

Zak laughed.

"Yes you silly girl," Zak said, pulling me into a firm hug.

I smiled as I hugged him back tightly.

Zak held me in silence for a moment or two, and then I felt him kiss the top of my head.

"How about I come over? After I drop my mom off," Zak suggested.

I smiled and looked up at him, staying close to him.

"Sure, but Aaron and Cheryl are there too," I replied.

"Hmm, well, we could watch a movie in your room?" Zak suggested. "Or, I'm sure we'll find something to do..." Zak teased, with a smirk, causing me to laugh.

"A movie sounds good," I replied, and Zak smiled.

"Alright, I'll see you in a bit," Zak said.

"You bet," I replied, about to pull back, but Zak held me more tightly against him before he leaned down and gently kissed me.

I smiled against his lips as I gently kissed him back, trying to ignore the thought of "his mother is probably watching" running through my head.

We both pulled back from the kiss, smiling at each other as we then pulled back from each other.

"Safe driving," Zak said.

I smiled and nodded.

"You too," I replied.

Zak smiled in return before he turned and headed toward his car.

Before I turned toward mine, I glanced over at his car to see Nancy waiting near it, with a sweet smile on her face. She gave me a little goodbye wave when she noticed me looking. I smiled, my cheeks flushing, as I gave her a goodbye wave and then turned and walked toward my car.

Phew...first meeting with mother Bagans over...and it went well...

I couldn't help but smile to myself in happiness and relief.

Zak's Point of View

After pulling out of the parking lot, I began heading toward my mother's house to drop her off.

"That was such a lovely dinner Zak, thank you," my mother said.

"You're welcome mom," I replied, keeping my eyes on the road.

I wanted to ask her what she thought of Alicia, but I found myself nervous too. But it didn't matter one way or the other, because my mother brought the topic up herself.

"Alicia is such a sweet girl, I'm so glad she's in your life," my mother said.

I smiled as I continued driving.

"I am too," I replied, smiling still.

"Ohhh, you're so happy now!" My mother exclaimed excitedly. "Do you think...maybe..." She trailed off.

I glanced at her before turning my eyes back to the road.

"Do I think what?" I questioned.

"Well, for years now you've kind of been anti-marriage...do you think Alicia may be the one-" My mother started, and my eyes widened in shock.

"Mom!" I exclaimed in shock. "We've only been dating a week," I added, unable to help laughing at her bringing up marriage already.

Typical mom behaviour, I thought.

"I know, I know. But she's so different from the last couple of girlfriends you've had. She's sweet, kind, down to earth, funny, BEAUTIFUL-" my mother started.

I chuckled quietly, but smiled to myself.

"I know mom," I said. "But like I said, it's only been a week. I like her...a lot, but I think it's a bit too early to bring up marriage-" I explained, and she cut me off.

"Oh my god, you're not out right saying no to the idea! Oh Zachary," my mother said, becoming emotional.

"Oh jeez...mom, relax, please. Can we just take it one day at a time and see how things turn out?" I asked, glancing at her.

"Of course sweetheart," she replied, smiling at me before looking out the window.

She had a look on her face like I had just told her Alicia and I were engaged.

Mothers...

Alicia's Point of View

Roughly twenty minutes later...

I was sitting on the cushioned bench of my window seat, with music playing quietly in the background, and only one lamp turned on. The lamp gave off enough light for me to see, but also gave the room a comfortable vibe. As I was colouring in one of my many adult colouring books, I heard a soft knock on the door.

I looked up from my book to see Zak leaning against the doorframe, with a smile on his face.

"Hey beautiful," Zak said softly as he walked into the room, closing the door behind him so we would have privacy.

I felt my face flush a bit as I smiled.

"Hey...how long were you standing there?" I asked softly, setting my book aside and standing up.

"Just a minute or so," Zak replied.

"Oh, good," I said. "So, um...how was the drive with your mom?" I asked, unable to help my curiosity.

Zak laughed.

"Well, do you want the full 'over the top mother' details?" Zak asked.

I felt confused by his amusement, but was also intrigued.

"Uh, sure," I replied, hoping I wouldn't regret my answer.

"Okay, well, first of all, she definitely likes you. She wouldn't stop going on about how sweet, kind, funny, beautiful, etc. you are," Zak started. "Which I agreed with," Zak added, smiling.

I smiled in return, my cheeks flushing slightly.

"Then she gets into her 'you're so happy now' speech, and how I was 'anti-marriage'," Zak started, making quotes with his fingers. "But then basically asks me if I think you're 'the one'," Zak added.

My eyes widened in shock, and I couldn't help but laugh. Regardless of what Zak felt, we've only been together a week!

"You did remind her-" I started, but Zak cut me off.

"Yes, that it's only been a week," Zak said, laughing, then became serious. "I just told her that we'll take things one day at a time and see where things go," Zak added.

I smiled. That was a fine response for me – it didn't cause me anxiety.

"What did she say?" I asked.

"She went all 'oh, you haven't immediately said no to the idea!'," Zak said, mimicking his mothers voice and causing me to laugh. "And then she had this look on her face the rest of the ride like I had just told her we were engaged," Zak added.

"Oh jeez," I replied, laughing.

Zak laughed too, but then walked over to me and gently rested his hands on my arms.

"You're not upset by what I told her, are you...?" Zak asked, looking a bit worried.

I smiled reassuringly at him, before leaning up and kissing his cheek.

"Not at all. It's only been a week, and this is my first relationship, marriage is definitely not a topic I'm worried about right now," I replied.

Zak smiled when I kissed his cheek, and then smiled more at my answer. He leaned down and gently kissed my forehead.

"I'm glad," Zak said, before pulling back.

I smiled.

"So, what movie do you want to watch? I brought up a bunch from my collection," I said, heading over to my entertainment system.

"Actually, I had an idea for something we can do instead of a movie," Zak said, as he took his cell phone out of his pocket.

"Okay, what's the idea?" I asked, confused as to why he was taking out his phone.

"Get your phone, and open the link I send you," Zak said, as he tapped away at different parts of his screen.

"Un...okay," I said, laughing slightly as I walked over to my bed and grabbed my phone from my nightstand. I saw the notification indicating I had a text from Zak pop up as I sat on the edge of my bed. I clicked on my messenger app icon and then click on the message from Zak. As I expected, the link didn't give me any clues to what this idea of his was about.

"It's fine, trust me," Zak said, sitting down beside me on the edge of the bed.

I clicked the link and waited for the page to load...

"105 Have You Ever Questions (Funny, Dirty, Naughty and more)"

"Oh no...no, no, no..." I said, causing Zak to laugh.

"Come on, just for fun," Zak said. "Besides, it'll help us learn more about each other," Zak added.

I thought about it momentarily.

"I don't know..." I said, pretending to act scared.

"Think of this, you get to ask me the naughty questions, whereas, I can't ask you, because I already know," Zak said, trying to tempt me.

Ooo...

"Okay!" I said, causing both of us to laugh.

"Sweet," Zak said, moving back to the middle of the bed and folded his legs in front of him, facing me.

I moved so I was sitting with my back against the headboard, and bent my legs with my feet resting on the bed.

"Alright...so who goes first?" I asked.

"Ladies first," Zak said, motioning toward me.

I smiled and started scrolling through some of the question ideas, going straight to the naughty section.

"Hmmm, let's see..." I started, causing Zak to chuckle. "Have you ever gone commando?" I asked, raising one eyebrow, with a slight smirk on my face.

Zak laughed.

"Didn't take you long to get into this," Zak said, laughing. "To answer your question...the odd once or twice...not particularly enjoyable," Zak added, causing me to laugh.

"Interesting," I remarked, trying not to laugh harder.

Zak just smiled at my amusement as he scrolled through the questions.

"Let's see...Miss Wilde, have you ever gone skinny dipping?" Zak asked, looking at me with a smirk on his face.

"Um..." I trailed off, my face starting to flush.

"What?! Where the hell was I?!" Zak demanded in mock outrage, causing me to burst out laughing.

"We didn't know each other!" I retorted, still laughing. "But yes...it was with a group of friends in university and we were playing truth or dare one night on the beach...Cheryl dared me," I grumbled.

"I should have known," Zak laughed.

"Uh huh," I replied, laughing again as I looked over the questions. "Oh! Have you ever been hit on by someone who was too old?" I asked, trying not to laugh.

Zak's face changed to a look of embarrassment.

"More times than I can count...on investigations, at conventions," Zak mumbled and I simply laughed.

Zak shook his head as he laughed at my reaction and looked at his phone again.

"Have you ever...gotten a tattoo?" Zak asked, looking slightly hopeful.

I laughed quietly.

"No, sorry Bagans," I replied.

"Damn," Zak muttered, and I laughed.

"Ever think of getting one?" Zak asked casually, not part of the game, just more out of genuine curiosity.

"Sometimes," I said. "Maybe one day," I added.

Zak smiled.

"Have you ever...sunbathed partially, or totally, naked?" I asked, trying to keep a straight face.

"Hell no!" Zak replied. "I don't want a sunburn on my junk!" Zak added, laughing.

"Oh my god..." I started, but then burst out laughing and didn't know if I'd ever stop.

"Good God woman," Zak said, laughing himself now.

"I know, I know..." I said, laughing still. "But I was curious as to what you'd say..." I added, laughing uncontrollably. I folded my arms over my stomach and leaned to one side until I fell onto my side on my bed.

Zak started laughing more, and then I felt the bed moving.

I glanced down to see him crawling up the bed toward me, and I curled up into a tight ball.

"Oh god, don't you dare tickle me!" I exclaimed, trying to settle my laughter.

Zak laughed as he crawled the rest of the way up the bed, and then partially over me so he could lean down and kiss my cheek.

"You're so cute," he said, as he sat back with a smile on his face.

I smiled at his sweetness and the sweet gesture helped me to calm down. I took a deep breath to settle myself.

"Are you done now?" Zak asked, laughing a bit himself.

"Don't laugh!" I retorted, as I pushed myself up into a sitting position. "But yes...I think I'm good now," I added.

"Good," Zak said. "Because I have my own question I just thought of," Zak added, smirking.

"Oh no..." I said quietly, causing Zak to chuckle.

"Have you ever had a sexy dream about me?" Zak asked, smirking.

Oh-god-no!

I could feel my face turning a deep shade of red.

"Yes..." I said softly.

"Oh really? What was the dream about?" Zak asked, with a smirk on his face.

"Oh no, I am not going there," I started. "If I tell you my dream, you'll do your 'sex god' thing and we'll end up making out and then I'll feel guilty when I have to stop us and- ...what?" I asked, noticing Zak was looking smug.

"'Sex god', huh?" He mocked, and I felt my face flush.

"Ugh!" I groaned in embarrassment, hiding my face in my hands, causing Zak to laugh.

"Silly girl," Zak said. "Your turn doll," Zak added.

I smiled at what he called me, and gathered my composure enough to remove my hands from my face, and then picked up my phone again.

The two of us ended up losing track of time as we continued to ask each other questions into the early hours of the morning. Needless to say, we learned more about each other that night, and had a lot of fun in the process.

Authors Note: Hope you enjoyed the update! Thank you for all the support and reviews!