Angela's Hope (Wildflowers) by Banicki Leah

Author:Banicki, Leah [Banicki, Leah]
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub, azw3
Publisher: Leah Banicki
Published: 2013-11-02T18:30:00+00:00

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Two days later Angela was dressed in her dark green print dress with her hair up and lovely.

The dinner was at six, they had a big table downstairs in the restaurant. The place was full but the big room in the back was for families or special parties.

“We got some beef in from Sacramento yesterday, so steaks for everyone.” The father said loudly in his booming jovial voice.

Angela clapped with the family as the plates were handed out. She was seated next to Bradley on one side and Sheila on the other. She did try to talk with Sheila but she was rather quiet today. Her relationship with Sheila was not a developed one yet. No matter how hard Angela tried it just wouldn’t get past small talk. Angie didn’t want to force it and kept it light throughout the evening. Angela strived on being a pleasant dinner guest and hoped everyone enjoyed her company.

“Let us walk down to the big rocks and watch the ships. I will keep you away from the riffraff.” Bradley offered his arm after dinner and his parents grinned and nodded. Angie wasn’t sure if Gabe or Clive would like for her to be out after dark but Bradley was a strong strapping lad. Angie was sure she would be safe.

“Thanks for inviting me to dinner Mr. Henderson.” Angie said while watching the moon as it reflected off the bay. The rocks were up ahead and the night was relatively still. She could hear the ruckus of the saloons a few streets over but they were not bad tonight.

“I wish you would call me Bradley.” He said.

“As you wish.” Angie paused. “Bradley.” She said to appease him. He was friendly so she didn’t want to offend.

“I love the sound of your voice, with your accent. It’s very pretty Angela.” Bradley took a firm hold of her hand as it was clasped around his arm. She felt a little uncomfortable with him holding her hand, even with her gloves on it felt intimate and forced. She also had a brief thought that he had not asked permission to call her Angela. His hand holding hers was now pushing her boundaries.

Would it be rude to pull away? She wondered.

“Thanks Bradley.” Angie says a little stunted.

“I feel like we have finally a moment alone to talk. I have a lot I want to say to you.” Bradley took the hand he was holding and gave the gloved hand a kiss.

“Bradley, perhaps this isn’t the time but I hope you understand I don’t feel ready for a romantic relationship.” Angela blurted out before he said anything embarrassing.

“I don’t understand.” Bradley looks dumbfounded. “I have money and will be opening up a restaurant in Sacramento in a few months. I want to take you with me.”

“You barely know me.” Angie stammered.

“You are sweet and beautiful and we get along well.” His face was calm.

“Three days ago we were barely acquainted. I am flattered by your attentions but I do not feel your declarations are appropriate.

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