Scott slid me his business card across the bar counter and smiled. It was a cocky grin, but not too over confident.
I looked across the restaurant and saw Blake talking to a table of customers. He was oblivious to me and oblivious to the customers, he was too busy starring at Kelly. I picked up the gray and black card and pushed it into my pocket. “I don’t usually take numbers from strangers.”
“I don’t blame you. You’re a good looking woman and I’m sure you have men hitting on you all of the time. However, I’m not just some guy. Plus, I would love to take you around and show you some of the highlights that this city has to offer.”
“You were listening.” He was smooth, good with words and paid attention to what I said, he was already looking like an upgrade from Blake.
“Of course, I was. And I was listening when you said that your shift was over at four. Call me tonight and I’ll take you to my favorite restaurant.”
“You mean this isn’t your favorite restaurant?” I said sarcastically.
“Don’t get me wrong, I’ve come here a few times with my friends like today, but I have been known to eat at a few other places.”
“I see how it is.”
“But on a serious note, I have to catch up with my friends before they leave without me. Call me tonight.”
“I’ll consider it.” Continue reading