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just down the road. It’s got the best burgers and fries in town, with has a nice area outside to sit and eat with a good view of the park. The line is fairly short today so it doesn’t take long for them to get my order ready. I grab my basket, and start towards a small table closest to the park. Once seated, I grab a book from my bag. I figured I might as well get some reading done for my next class.
      “Greek and Roman Mythology. Interesting, I figured you would be reading some smutty romance novel.” I jump at the sudden intrusion of my reading. Then turn in my seat to see Ryder standing behind me with his hands in his pockets. He then walks by me and takes up residence in the other seat at the table. “So, were you going to text me back eventually, or are you going to make me beg you?”
      “I don’t read smut books , this is for school.” Really. What the crap Kat? “And it seems that I don’t have to reply back to you, apparently you have excellent tracking skills.”
      “Actually, Dave and my restoration shop is just on the other side of the park. I just came over here to grab us some lunch.” He places he elbows on the table and leans in. “I have never been more thrilled that I lost rock, paper, scissors to Dave in my life.”
      “Why?” What the hell is that supposed to mean?
       “Because, if I had won I would be ordering pizza. And I would have missed the chance to ask you in person to go out with me.” When he is done he gives me that mischievous grin. My heart is beating so fast at this point that I can feel it even in the tips of my fingers. I look into those god forsaken green eyes, as an internal war goes on inside me. Could I date him without him ever noticing that I am not 100% here? No. The answer was no. But, I want to take the chance so bad. Try. Say yes. He isn’t like everyone else. HA. My mind and heart are in a battle of epic proportions. “Thought you said you don’t do that often.”
      “Um, do what?” What’d I do now?
      “You spaced off. From what I could see, you were thinking really hard about something.” He inquires.
      “I don’t. At least I never have before. Sorry, school must be getting to me.” I say as I watch a squirrel climb up a tree.
      Suddenly there are fingers on the side of my face pulling my gaze back to Ryder. “It’s alright, it was kind of cute actually.”
      “How in the heck is me zoning out cute?”
      “The face you made. Eyebrows drawn, lips all pursed together,” He lets out a husky laugh, “It was just cute. Trust me on this, it was. Now, tell me when you’re free so I can plan our date.”
      “I never said I would go.” I am slowly loosing whatever composure I had. I wipe my sweaty hands on my jeans as I stand. My appetite has flown away with my traitorous heart. I put my book in my bag and grab the tray with my wasted food.
      “I didn’t take you for someone that likes to torture. Please, put me out of my misery and say yes.” He is still seated, and punctuates his words with a pout lip while looking up at me, making those green eyes glitter as the sun hits gold flecks near his pupil.
      “I seriously doubt me refusing to go out with you is torture. I promise, you will live.” I let out an exasperated laugh as I throw my food away.
      “Just one date. If I blow it and you don’t have an amazing time, I’ll leave it alone. I promise.” He says as he stands and walks to me.
      “Ugh, has anyone told you that you’re pushy?” I take a deep breathe. “Fine. Fine, just one date. That’s it!” I caved. It was the pouty face that got me. Damnit.
      “It was the face wasn’t it? Being the baby in the family you learn some neat tricks. My mom was a sucker for it too.” Let’s hope that’s the last time I fall victim to it. “Ok, I got to get this food back to Dave before he starts going in to fits. I’ll text you later.” He walks up to the counter and grabs the to-go bag. I’ll admit as