#coltdawson

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We went over and sat on the old sofa that my grandmother wanted moved, but was still out in the front yard.

CASSANDRA- “What the hell are you doing pretty boy?”

DEACON- “What do you mean, what am I doing?”

CASSANDRA- “You know exactly what I am talking about. I almost had to wipe the drool off of your chin. You don’t stand a chance with him Deek, so don’t even go there.”

DEACON- “And why don’t I?’

CASSANDRA- “You are pretty, I give you that, even with those weird-ass eyebrows, but Colt is 100% straight.”

DEACON- “So how do you know he is 100% straight?”

CASSANDRA- “Because I have known him and Gemma for almost my entire life and I know all the girls he has dated, and those he has slept with. Trust me, not one of them had a penis. So, just calm your jets, and let’s go back over there and see if maybe, just maybe he may have some ideas...for the neighborhood.”

DEACON- “Fine.”

I said it matter-of-factly, as I wasn’t so sure that Colt Dawson was 100% straight. He did give me a couple of side glances and I could have swore he was checking out my backside the other day when I was here with my grandmother. But, maybe Cassie was right. I will just cool it with him.  I mean I don’t want to scare him off...

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He leaned in towards me even closer and then he looked at me directly into my eyes.

COLT- “Kid, I am really flattered. Seriously. You seem like an amazing kid. Intelligent, very good looking and just all around, a nice guy.  And I seriously am flattered that you find me attractive. But I am almost twenty, and you are what, maybe a junior in High School?  I hope this doesn’t upset you, but I am not into dudes like that. I really really like females. I mean REALLY like them. Please, don’t be upset or embarrassed, because it makes me feel good that you think I am someone you’d be interested in. I would definitely like to be a friend, and be part of what you want to do in our neighborhood.  Would that be cool?”

I almost was ready to be sick. I was so embarrassed, even though he said that I shouldn’t be. I had made a complete fool of my self, and this guy was so apologetic and nice about it.  That made it even worse, because it just made me that more attracted to him.  But I needed to answer him. 

DEACON- “Sure, that would be awesome. I am really sorry...”

COLT- “No, don’t be, okay? It takes a lot of gumption to do what you did. I am impressed. See what you want and you go for it. Nothing to be sorry about. My sister, as you know is gay, and I know a lot of people, friends and family that are gay, bi, trans and I know how hard it is for them, trust me. So you keep doing what you are doing, please.”

DEACON- “Thanks, that really means a lot.”

COLT- “I may not be gay, but I am definitely an ally and your friend, Deek.”

JACOB- “So you ready Colt? I have to be at work in twenty minutes.”

I had completely forgot about Jacob being there, and again I became even more embarrassed doing this in front of his friend and neighbor. I wanted to just crawl under the table and run away. But instead, they left...

COLT- “Come back once you talk with your grandmother, Okay?”

DEACON- “Yes, I will and thanks again.  Both of you.”

JACOB- “Not a problem kid.”

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As we walked up the street, I noticed the garage that Grandmother mentioned just a few minutes ago, but I wasn’t going to say anything, as it was apparent she no longer wanted to discuss her childhood...

BEATRICE- “This used to be a busy little place. My Grandfather did a lot of work here for the neighbors of this community. He always smelled of grease and gasoline in the evenings when he came home. Molly would always tell him, “Paul you need to put a shower in that garage so you don’t stink up this house!!”  But he never did.”

I still didn’t say anything, but looked at her face as she reminisced of her grandparents. I could see in just that moment a glimpse of loss, but as soon as it appeared it vanished.

BEATRICE- “I want us to go across the street, there is a little house there that is a rental property. Two apartments, one upstairs and one down. Back years ago it was a one family house, the Oliver’s lived there then. My childhood friend Lyla lived there, Lyla Oliver. She married some boy from Brindleton Bay, Al Schrieber, they both are gone now but they had two boys. Lyla’s brother Donald stayed here in Founder’s Cove until he died, his son, Jacob lives here now, rents the downstairs.

As we walked towards the rental house, I saw a guy coming down the stairs from what was apparently the upstairs apartment. He was quite striking, and I moved closer to get a better look. I don’t think it was obvious to my grandmother that I was instantly attracted to this guy.

DEACON- “So is that your friend’s nephew?”

BEATRICE- “Oh, goodness no! Jacob lives downstairs and has a job. This boy is always out of work. Not sure of his first name, but his last name is Dawson... his family lives here in the neighborhood, mostly unemployed hoodlums.”

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When we walked back over to Colt and Gemma, they had finished their conversation. Gemma didn’t look too pleased at whatever the outcome was, but I thought this was my chance to see if he had any ideas regarding the neighborhood revitalization.

DEACON- “So, Colt have you given any thought to what I asked the other day about ideas for the neighborhood?”

COLT- “Not sure your grandmother was too keen on that idea Dalton.”

DEACON- “Deacon, the name is Deacon, or just call me Deek.”

COLT- “Oh, sorry Deek. I am not real good at names, but I tell you what you meet me over at the coffee shop tomorrow around four when I get off work maybe we can talk about those ideas you are looking for, Okay?”

DEACON- “Oh... okay, yeah sure. Around 4 then.”

COLT- “Sure thing, and bring a pad of paper. I have quite a few ideas, actually.”

Then he winked at me!  I knew it!  I knew he wasn’t no 100% straight. He was hitting on me, and invited me on a date. I was almost out of breath I was so excited, but I couldn’t show it, I had to be cool.

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I pushed myself between them and extended my hand, and tried to keep eye contact instead of looking at his amazing physique.

DEACON- “Hello, I am Deacon Mahone, Mrs. Ainsworth’s grandson. Very nice to meet you.”

COLT- “Hey, I am Colt. Colt Dawson. Nice to meet you as well.”

DEACON- “I am out here today with her looking over the neighborhood and trying to get some ideas on how to revitalize this block. Hopefully the residents, such as yourself may have some ideas?”

Grandmother was rolling her head and her eyes. She was not going to appreciate my suggestion that the residents weigh in on this plan.

COLT- “That would be awesome, the old neighborhood sure needs some clean up, but I really don’t have any ideas.

BEATRICE- “You could start by moving that atrocious couch to the backyard or to the dump! Deacon, I think we need to go now.”

DEACON- “Let me help him move it now, Do you mind, Colt?”

COLT- “Uh... it’s okay, Jacob will be home here in a little bit and we can move it. I wouldn’t want you to get your nice shirt all dirty.”

DEACON- “it’s no prob----

BEATRICE- “Deacon? We really need to head back now.”

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I began sharing some of my ideas, one being that the homes all be restored and/or remodeled and the other was once that was complete to offer the homes to some of the lifelong residents for purchase, at a discounted rate, and then put in some business to draw people to the area. They gave me some of their ideas and before we knew it, It was starting to get dark as dusk was moving upon us pretty quickly.

COLT- “If you can convince your grandmother to really do a revitalization, I will definitely assist. My uncles company is right in town, and they would love to bid of the work. Hell they could even open up an office there possibly.”

DEACON- “I am meeting with my grandmother tomorrow and sharing my ideas with her, as well as both of your ideas as well and I can definitely pitch a good word for your uncle’s company.

JACOB- “I just hope she is being serious about revitalizing the area. I think it would be good for all of Willow Creek. Thanks for inviting us to share ideas, Deacon.”

DEACON- Not a problem, it was fun, and great to meet both of you. I think we could work well together.”

COLT- “Oh, there is definitely no doubt about that!” 

he winked again at me, and my heart started pounding. Here it was. This was the time. It was now or never...

DEACON-”So, Colt can I ask you a personal question?”

COLT- “Sure bud, what is it?”

DEACON- “I would like for us to do this again. You know the two of us. I am really attracted to you and I thought maybe we could see each other again?

He looked at me and smiled and I could feel my stomach turning as he scooted closer towards me. I could almost see my reflection in his dark chocolate eyes...

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She scared him away and he headed back into the yard. I wanted to have the last word, that’s just my nature...

DEACON- “It was very nice to meet you Colt. If you can think of any ideas about the neighborhood, just write them down. We will be back in a week or so.”

COLT- “Yeah, sure thing, kid.”

BEATRICE- “Deacon, I don’t think his opinion is warranted, he is after all not a home owner.”

DEACON- “Maybe not, but he is a resident here, I am sure he has some ideas what would help the neighborhood.”

BEATRICE- “I am sure he would, but nothing we would want to entertain, I am sure. Come on, my driver is waiting.”

As we continued to disagree on the validity of Colt Dawson’s opinions, the upstairs resident appeared in the yard. He too was quite good looking... I wonder if maybe they were, involved?

JACOB- “Who was that kid with old lady Ainsworth?”

COLT- “Apparently her grandson. It sounds like they are going to start some kind of revitalization plan here in the neighborhood. He was wanting my opinion. Odd kid. I’d say he is still in high school but he talked like he was much older.”

JACOB- “Money does that to you Colt. Well we should get this old couch out back before she says something about it.”

COLT- “Yeah, she already did.”

JACOB- “Not surprising. I have a feeling that her revitalization plan has nothing to do with revitalizing, and all to do with leveling this block and make way for another horrible architectural monster put in it’s place, or a parking lot...”

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BEATRICE- “He is heading this way, I am sure to discuss that his rent will be late, yet again. I will show you how to deal with these types of people, Deacon, watch and learn...

I wasn’t sure what she meant by “these types of people”, but I had an idea, and I am sure it was trying to prove her dominance over them. As he came closer to us, he was much more attractive then I first saw, or maybe it was because he didn’t have on a shirt.

COLT- “Hey Miss Ainsworth! Looking pretty as ever! I spoke with the rental manager and let him know he will get my rent check today. 

BEATRICE- “Finally, a rent payment on time. Good to know. So, Mr. Dawson, I see you still have not removed the horrible lawn furniture from the front yard. Did not John advise you that I wanted it removed, or at the least taken to the back yard so it is not such an eyesore.”

COLT- “Oh, yes ‘mam, he did, Jacob and I were planning on moving it to the back later today when he get’s off of work.”

I seen an opportunity to introduce myself, and save this beautiful young man from my grandmother’s vicious tongue.