Lee smiled at Nikki before starting the car. He thought about whether there was more to Nikki than meet the eye. She certainly had a sultry look about her, and he tried to give off the same level of excitement and passion. Nikki stared out the window a few moments. The city lights danced off the window as the couple arrived at the restaurant.
He parked the car and opened the door for Nikki. Nikki was very careful when she got out. Lee smiled at her difficulty getting out of the seat and offered his hand. When Nikki took it, she felt a sense of confidence and warmth, similar to what she felt when meeting, but stronger. Lee then opened the passenger back door to put on his suit jacket.
The couple walked into the restaurant holding hands. It didn't seem too uncommon doing that with the ground somewhat wet from the earlier shower. Lee held open the door for Nikki and she gave him a warm smile to thank him for the polite gesture. The hostess showed them to a table. Lee held the chair out for Nikki.
Upon seating, Lee soon looked over the wine list. He offered a few suggestions to Nikki and she agreed to help finish a bottle of wine. The waiter brought over a bottle and poured each of them a glass. They made a toast to a new and budding relationship. Lee couldn't help but look deeply into Nikki's eyes as they talked about various topics.
The waiter came around to ask whether they made their minds up for dinner. Chuckling, they quickly looked over the menu before hastily deciding on something. It was clear that the couple wanted to return to discussing various issues, but they also wanted to see how the evening ended. After placing the orders, they resumed their conversations. While in mid conversation, the waiter brought out the dinner portions. Lee fed Nikki some of his steak and she did the same with the chicken.
As the evening wore on, the couple finished their meal. The waiter brought out the dessert cart. Nikki said she couldn't eat anything more. Lee asked the waiter for the bill. He put his hand on Nikki to thank her for the great company. She put his hand on his and returned the kind words. While doing that, she grazed her leg along his. That sent shivers throughout Lee since Nikki's legs were one of the many things that attracted him to her. They continued to stare deeply into each other's eyes so they did not notice when the waiter arrived. His slight cough broke their concentration long enough for them to see the bill.
Nikki reached out for the bill, but Lee grabbed it up first. "It's my turn to pay" she told him.
He reached into the jacket and pulled out his wallet.
