Chapter Sixty Two: The Date (Bonus chapter 2).

Jason's POV ( Another surprise!).

I stared at the two suits that laid on my bed and frowned. The navy blue suit complimented my skin colour best. But the grey one looked classier and more formal. I clicked my tongue against the top of my mouth and nodded. I went into my closet and brought out an emerald green suit instead.

I paired the suit with a white shirt with the top button undone, ditching a tie. My black dress shoes gleamed under the lighting and so did my watch. I checked the time to ensure I was still on schedule and smiled.

5:45pm.

My phone screen lit up and I saw a missed call from Rosa.

Shit!, I forgot it was still on silent.

I called her back and she picked up almost immediately.

" Hey Rosa!, I'm sorry I didn't pick up earlier my phone was on silent so I didn't hear it ring."

" It's okay."

" Is there anything wrong?, Do you have something to say?"

" Actually...yes. I do have something to say. I was kind of hoping you could pick me up from work and-, you know what don't bother. I'm being insensitive-"

" No! No! No! It's fine I can pick you up."

" I don't mean to be a bother."

" Rosa it's fine. Really."

" Thank you so much Jason. You're a lifesaver."

" It's no problem."

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" I am so sorry for making you drive all the way her." Rosa apologized as she walked towards me.

" Rosa, I already told you it's nothing."

" I have to I still have to change to something dinner appropriate-"

" What's wrong with what you're currently wearing?" I asked. She wrinkled her nose slightly and smiled.

" It's not dinner appropriate." She said but I didn't agree.

She wore a figure hugging white long sleeved gown with red heels. Her dark hair had been let down.

" I think you look perfect." I replied sincerely.

" Thank you." She said shyly.

" Shall we?" I asked opening the door for her and she got in.

" We shall."

***

" Are you sure I'm not underdressed for this place?" Rosa asked eyeing the restaurant wearily.

" Yes I'm sure."

I got out of the car and opened the door for her.

Who said chilvary is dead?

We entered the restaurant and we were directed to our table by the hostess.

" May I take your orders?"

" Yes thank you. I'll have a well done steak with balsamic mushrooms." I ordered and then looked at Rosa for her order. She seemed lost in thought so I tapped her lightly.

" Rosa, your order."

" Oh! Okay…uhm…I'll have the same."

" Would you like a drink to go with that?" The waiter asked.

" Yes. We'll have a bottle of wine. Any preference?"

" White wine is fine." Rosa replied.

The waiter left then I spoke,

" Are you alright?"

" Yeah I'm fine. I just remembered something."

I was curious of what she had suddenly remembered but I decided not to ask. But as if reading my thoughts, she answered my question.

" Whenever Lucas and I went out together he would always order for me. He never bothered asking me what I wanted. So I guess I'm still a little used to the idea of being ordered for." She explained and I gave her a small smile.

***

" I'm sorry again for making you pick me up from work."

" I already told you that it wasn't a problem." I replied.

We were walking in the flower garden behind the restaurant. The garden had benches, lampposts and fairy lights all around giving it a romantic feel.

" I know but I feel like I have to apologize."

" You don't. Trust me I understand how it feels to work after hours."

" I've been working late this week. There's a new project we're working on and Kim put me in charge."

" It must be tough."

" It is but I don't mind. I'll do anything for Kim."

" How is she?"

" To every other person, she is fantastic. But, I know my best friend. She's not doing as well as she thinks she is. She's still heartbroken. And she has been throwing herself into work."

" That's not healthy." I said and she snorted.

" Try telling her that. You know you'd think she'd know all these things seeing as she's a psychologist and all." Rosa replied shivering slightly. I took off my jacket and placed it on her shoulders.

" I can't accept this, you'll get cold too."

" I'll be fine."

" Thank you." She said smiling and I grinned.

" You know he's also not doing so well too." I mused and she raised an eyebrow.

" That's his fault. He caused it with his own hands."

" He did it to get closer to her."

" I'm sorry but are you seriously supporting your dumbass best friend?"

" I'm not. I'm just saying he did what he felt was right and he let it go too far."

" He has also been throwing himself into work. Dangerous missions. He's trying to run away from the problem and I keep telling him that is not the solution but he won't listen."

" They're both running away." Rosa stated and I nodded in agreement.

" But they truly in love with each other."

" As much as I hate to admit it, you're right. I've never seen Kimia as happy as she was when she was with him."

" I think we can both agree that they're both idiots that are spending too much time apart when they should be with each other." I said and she smiled.

" So what are we gonna do about it?"

" They will obviously not listen to us. So we have to get someone they both can not disobey."

She smiled slyly and spoke.

" Are you thinking of the same person I'm thinking of?" She asked and I nodded grinning.

" I like the way you think."

***

" Thanks again for dinner and picking me up from work."

" For the hundredth time today Rosa!, It was not a problem and you're welcome."

I walked her to the door of her apartment when the door opened and Miguel ran out and hid behind his mum.

" Mami aunt Kim wants to kill me!"

" Miguel you're exaggerating." Rosa said brushing his hair back.

I smiled softly at the gesture. She obviously loved her son very much. Even though he was a product of a painful marriage.

" Hey Jason!"

" Hey little man!, Or should I say big man?!"

He gave me a toothy grin.

" Will you come watch me play soccer on Friday night?, It's my first match as team captain."

" Miguel, Jason is has a hectic schedule. He can't just cancel his plans for your game."

" It's fine Rosa. I'll clear schedule just for you."

He grinned and offered me his fist for a fist bump.

" Where are you you little piece of shi-"

Kimia seethed as she came out the door but was cut off by a look from Rosa.

" Schitznel."

" What did he do this time?" Rosa asked.

" He ratted me out!"

" You were playing amongst us again weren't you?"

" That's not the point. Your son is a snitch! And you know what they say about snitches Rosa, snitches get stitches."

" I'm too tired to deal with this right now. Miguel come on it's almost time for bed."

Kimia finally realised there was someone standing near Rosa and looked at me. Her eyes widened in recognition and her mouth parted slightly.

" Goodnight Jason!" Miguel greeted. Rosa gave me a kiss on my cheek and smiled.

" Good night and thanks for dinner."

She took off my jacket that I had even forgotten she was wearing and handed it over to me.

" Keep it. It looks better on you anyway. Plus that way I'll have an excuse to come see you again."

" You don't need any excuse to come see me but whatever you say!"

She entered the apartment with Miguel leaving me alone with Kimia.

" Hi!"

" Hello!"

" It's been a while since we seen each other."

" Yeah I've been busy with the company."

" So, you and Rosa huh?"

" Yeah."

" What are your plans?"

" Honestly, right now nothing. But we're still testing the waters and we'll see how it goes from there."

" And it doesn't bother you that she's 2 years older than you?"

" I didn't even remember."

" You're a good man Jason. I know that. That's why I'm giving you permission to date my best friend. Don't make me regret my decision."

" I won't. I promise."

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