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"Just from the restaurant My dad and I come here a couple times a month," I answered "I know a lot of people around here The benefits of being a townie"

Drake tightened his hold on me "He better keep his eyes off you before I feel the need to do so At least he spoke to you, unlike the hostess, who acted like I didn’t exist," I scoffed

"I finally have you to myself Not real excited that our waiter has a crush on you, but I’ll handle it," Drake whispered into my ear Shivers raced up my spine as he nuzzled my neck

"Your drinks," Tony said as he placed our iced teas in front of us "The usual tonight, Alexa?"

"Yes, please Drake? Have you decided what you’d like to try?" I turned my head to look at Drake as I asked hi at the waiter with icy eyes I nudged him in the side to draw his attention, and his face softened as he looked at led "Why is that funny? I thought you said anything with pasta is good here Should I order soled harder as Tony explained "That’s Alexa’s favorite dish here She orders it every time she comes in"

"Greatforward to trying it tonight" Drake smirked at me

Drake and I talked about school until the food caether It was odd since ere both Business majors and ent to a s in his studies than I was, even after the transfer over to Blythe I hadn’t declared my major until this year, so I was a little behind on raduation

"Another reason to date me I can tutor you whenever you need it," Drake offered before finishing his last bite "Not like you should need h I was hungry, I couldn’t finish it with all the butterflies flitting around insideJust more time in the day But thanks for the offer"

Tony appeared at the table, hovering over us attentively I could tell he was still getting on Drake’s nerves

"Can you box this up for o?" I asked Tony "We need to head out"

"Sure I’ll be right back with your doggy bag and the check," Tony replied

"We have plans I don’t know about?" Drake teased