Hello my fellow ‘Echo’ readers and new ones to come, sorry about the slight delay, but here it is...Chapter 3 of my current, original story! I hope you enjoy and don’t forget if you haven’t seen the previous chapter then the link at the end of this post, and for those who are new to the story then the click on the link with the tags.
- Wednesday 20th July 2011 -
Tonight's the night...the night where all cards are on the table and will determine their future; Layla's mum was going to look after the kids for the night and take them to school and nursery in the morning so as soon as Layla was finished with work she could head straight home and get ready.
By 3:30pm Layla was at home getting ready for her date with Dwayne; she ran a nice warm bath, and while she waited she put her clothes, accessories, and shoes out then laid them neatly on her bed.
45 minutes later she was out of the bath creaming herself, as she had already shaved and washed off her facial. Then it was time for her hair and makeup; she took about what felt like and hour but was really like half an hour on her hair and spent even less time on her makeup.
Layla isn't really the type to be overflowing in makeup, she prefers the 'au natural' look; sometimes she adds a bit of colour, but it's not bold in your face type of colours.
*mobile rings*
She finished her final touch then came out of the bathroom and searched for her phone.
Layla: Where are you phone? Ah! Hey Rachel!
Rachel: Hey girl; Crystal's here too!
Crystal: Hey! Are you ready for your date?
Layla: Yeah; I'll be leaving about quarter past 6.
Crystal: I don't see why you won't let him pick you up!
Layla: Because he's a stranger; I don't know him and he doesn't know me! So for the time being, I will make my own way there and back!
Crystal: Alright girl...you do you!
Rachel: So what are you going to do for the next 45/50 minutes?
Layla: I'm just gonna chill...maybe talk to my kids before I go; we'll see! So I'll talk to you guys later as I'm sure you'll be expecting my call!
Rachel: Obviously!
Crystal: I look forward to it; have fun!
Rachel: Have a good time!
Layla: Thanks!
And Layla spent her last 45/50 minutes doing just what she told them until she rushed out of the house and made her way to Bistro Atlantis where their date will be taking place.
Layla arrived there 5 minutes early and hoped that she was not the first one there; she hates waiting around for people, but when she went inside and spoke to the host he informed her that the table will be ready shortly and then led her to the bar where Dwayne was also sitting, waiting for the table to be ready.
Dwayne: Layla you look beautiful as always! *he kisses her cheek*
Layla: Thank you! You know between you and me I was so glad to see your face just now!
Dwayne: And why is that? ‘Cause it's been so long since you've seen this pretty face?
Layla: Because I hate waiting on people!
Dwayne: I see...so you don't think I have a pretty face?
Layla: *laying her bag down on the floor and taking off her jacket; he helped her towards the end* Oh no don't get me wrong you have very nice features, it's just that, that was my reason for being happy to see you!
Dwayne: Thank you; I appreciate the compliment, can I buy you a drink?
Layla: Usually I would say no, but since this is a date, why not! I'll have a -
Dwayne: Excuse me, bartender!
Bartender: How may I help you sir? Dwayne made his order and within minutes their drinks were placed on a tissue beside them; just as they took a sip of their beverages the host came over to inform them that the table is ready.
When they got comfortable at the table they were given a menu each and soon after the conversations began; there were a lot of smiles, a lot of laughter and in between there were times of seriousness when it came to certain topics.
Layla: So what do you do for a living?
Dwayne: I'm a Psychologist.
Layla: Wow...how old are you?
Dwayne: *giving a small laugh* Why'd you ask?
Layla: I'm not saying that you can't be because you're young...but you look so young!
Dwayne: I'm 24.
Layla: You don't look it!
Dwayne: Thank you; so how about you? What do you do for a living?
Layla: I work in business! Currently I'm the head of my department.
Dwayne: So is this something that you want to do permanently, or-
Layla: I just want to learn the ropes of things so that one day I can have my own successful business!
Dwayne: I see! Good for you!
Layla: Thank you.
Dwayne: So how long have you been with the business for?
Layla: Oh my gosh *thinking* I think I've been there for 7 years now!
Dwayne: Okay, so what are your plans; once you've acquired the skills and knowledge of being a business woman, what line of work are you planning on doing?
Layla: I dunno…I love collecting antiques and stuff, so maybe I’ll do that!
Dwayne: Interesting! What made you so interested in antiques?
Layla: My grandmother…she had lots of beautiful antiques in her home which meant that there were a lot of things that I wasn’t allowed to touch! *Dwayne smiled* But I soon understood when I became older, and that’s why-
Layla was just about to mention her kids but stopped herself just before saying the word.
Waitress: Good evening, this evening I will be your waitress; are you ready to order your starters?
She came just in time.
Dwayne: Yes we are; ladies first!
Layla: Thank you; can I have the Firecracker Shrimp please?
Waitress: Okay, One Firecracker Shrimp! And you sir?
Dwayne: I think I’ll haverr…I think I’ll have the same.
Waitress: Okay that’s two Firecracker Shrimps coming right up; anything else I can help you with?
Dwayne: Yes actually, can you bring us the finest bottle of champagne that you have please?
Waitress: Of course sir!
Dwayne: Thank you!
Layla: Well you’re pulling out all the stops! Do you do this for all the ladies you entertain?
Dwayne: Nah…just for the ones I really like!
Layla: And how many special ones have there been?
Dwayne: Just one! *Layla blushed* So now before we were interrupted you was about to say “That’s why-
Layla: Oh…yeah. I can’t remember now, silly me! *nervously pulling some hair behind her ear*
Dwayne: I’m sure you still remember; I’m very good at keeping secrets! He had a kind of devilish yet innocent look on his face. Is it about your grandmother?
Layla: *scratching her eyebrows figuring out how to get out of this* Yeah erm…
I Was Supposed To Release The 3rd Chapter Of My Story...
But I had to go to work on Thursday, plus I didn't have the chance to edit and resize the pics, so I will try to release it by the end of the weekend 🤓
