Page 21 of His Secure Embrace
When we finally got into his car, he put an address in his GPS and made his way down 45. Like the first time, we talked more. We talked about our likes and dislikes. We talked about our favorite things, pet peeves, and more.
“Is this a safe space?” I asked.
“Always.”
“I don’t like sweet potato pie, yams, or cabbage.”
He gasped dramatically. “So what the hell do you eat during thanksgiving?”
I laughed. “Macaroni, Hawaiian rolls, and turkey wings. I’ll load my plate up full of macaroni. I don’t really enjoy dressing.”
“My mama and sister will probably talk about you if they see your Thanksgiving plate with only three things on it.”
I laughed. “At least you’re honest. I have very picky taste buds. I might be big, but I don’t eat everything.”
“I can respect it.”
We talked more about food, drinks, and sweets. It was cute to see his lips turn down into a deep frown when I told him I couldn’t stand banana pudding with real bananas in it.
When we made it to the second destination, I smiled. A drive-in movie. He’d ordered nachos and chicken wings. We also ordered a large popcorn, but I was sure neither of us would have the room for it.
“I figured we’d have more fun with an action movie than a comedy or horror movie,” he stated as he unbuckled his seat belt and leaned the seat back slightly.
“I prefer watching action or thrillers when I’m out and about. Horror and comedy are hit or miss for me.”
“I agree.”
The opening credits played as we dug into our meals. The nachos were the perfect amount of cheesy. The wings had the right amount of crunch and juiciness. We ate in a comfortable silence as the movie held our attention. It was serene.
“I got some wipes in the back seat. I’ll grab them before I throw away our trash.”
I nodded and stuffed my containers in the bag. He leaned back and grabbed the pack of wipes and we both took time to wipe our hands, faces, and the surrounding area. We tossed the used wipes into the bag when we were satisfied. He exited the car and headed to the trash cans located a few yards away. I pulled out my phone to text the group chat.
ME:
This may be the best date I’ve ever been on. I’m having so much fun.
LYNAE:
What are y’all doing?
ME:
Girl, he got me at a drive-in movie. We were at that fancy spot in downtown CC that takes like four months to get a reservation, but the food wasn’t worth the price point. We got full off nachos and wings and are having a blast watching that new action movie with that fine actor.
LYNAE:
IKTR! I can’t wait to officially meet this man when y’all put a title to it.
TAVA:
Hello! He got my girl living. I love this for you, pookie.
ME:
Thanks babes! I’ll keep y’all updated. I love y’all!
LYNAE:
