Third person point of view
Oliver went to work in a good mood the next day. His happiness lasted almost the whole day. But Christian did not show up which left him feeling a little stumped. He did not expect to see him but still, it felt a bit disappointing. He wanted to send a message but felt like he would come off as too overbearing and controlled himself.
The next day Oliver still had a bit of hope. He was making coffee at the counter behind. The bell at the door rang twice. He didn't pay any mind and finished making the coffee. He put the cups on the tray and gave it to the customer. He went to the counter and was making some adjustments. " Hello ".
Oliver heard the voice and immediately looked up, his eyes wide with surprise. " Hi ". A beautiful smile bloomed on his face. It was so bright Christian was the one stunned this time. He quickly recovered and smiled back. " Let's go sit and talk ". Oliver signaled to Jason on the side and went to sit at a table with Christian.
Oliver grinned with glee. " I didn't expect to see you ". Christian smiled. " You did ask me to come though ? " The question caught Oliver off guard. He was speechless and chuckled. " Right. Thank you for doing me the honor of showing up because I asked to ". Both of them laughed. " What would you like ? " " Just some juice should do ".
Oliver raised an eyebrow. " Isn't it too plain ? How about a smoothie ? I can make it not too sweet. My treat ". Christian saw the same expectation in his eyes again. He pursed his lips and nodded. Oliver smiled and stood up. " I will be back in a minute ". He went to the kitchen and made the smoothie with his own hands.
He decorated the glass well. He smiled, liking the result. He walked out with it and gave it to Christian. " You are fine with strawberries right ? " Christian nodded and took a sip. " Yummy ". He smacked his lips lightly. Oliver grinned and sat in front of him. " That's good to hear ". Christian sipped it again.
Oliver observed Christian and there seemed to be some gloom in Christian's demeanor without actually meaning to. Oliver did not say anything though. He couldn't say whatever he thought and they were definitely not in a place to share their hearts yet. He decided to take his time. Christian looked up to see Oliver observing him with his face in his hands.
His eyebrows rose in a silent question. Oliver blinked. " I seemed to have forgotten to tell you something the previous day ". Christian pushed his glasses up. " What is it ? " " You are very handsome ". Christian was caught off guard. He did not know how to respond to that. He looked flustered. Oliver chuckled at his expression.
Christian adjusted his glasses again. " Thank you. You are also good looking ". " Really ? Am I your type ? " Christian opened his mouth, unable to respond right away to the straightforward question. " I never had any type ". Oliver nodded. " That's great ". Christian lowered his head and sipped the smoothie.
Oliver chuckled silently seeing Christian's expression. Who knew he was a bit thin skinned ? " Don't take it the wrong way. I am just teasing you a little. I hope you don't mind it ". Christian looked up and smiled. " It is fine ". Oliver smiled back. " Should you go back to work ? " Christian nodded. He was almost done with the smoothie.
" What time will you be done ? " Christian checked his watch. " Not sure but maybe after 7:30 ". Oliver nodded. " Then... how about you come up to our restaurant for dinner ? I will make a reservation ". Christian was surprised once again. He gave it a thought and it didn't seem like a bad idea so he agreed.
" I will come once I am done with work. And I will text you if there is something ". Oliver nodded. Christian finished his smoothie and stood up. " See you ". Oliver smiled and Christian did too. " Yeah ". He walked out and went back to the hospital. Oliver went back to the counter and made a call to his friend.
He reserved a table for them. He smiled happily and went back to work. He informed Jason and also told him he would give him extra pay as he has been covering up for him. Jason did not reject the gesture and accepted happily. Oliver checked the time and when it was nearing 8 he changed out of his uniform and put on his clothes.
He washed his face too. Seeing that Christian did not say anything, he should be there for the dinner. Oliver waited near the counter. He kept glancing at the door. Jason saw him and chuckled. " So eager ? " Oliver rolled his eyes. " A wooden person like you doesn't know what it is like to have dinner with the person you like ".
Jason scoffed. He shot his own foot and decided to not speak anymore. The bell rang and Oliver looked up. He saw Christian walking in. He quickly stood up straight and walked out. Christian stood in place as Oliver walked up to him. " Let's go ". They both walked out and took the stairs on the outside to go up to the restaurant.
Oliver walked inside and the manager recognized him. He personally took them to the table. They both settled down. " Hope you enjoy your time ". The manager smiled professionally and left. Christian smiled. " I guess coming with someone with influence is definitely different ". Oliver laughed at his words and gave a smug expression.
" Of course. How could it not be ? " Christian chuckled. Oliver smiled and the waiter walked up to them. Christian skimmed through the menu and looked up at Oliver. " You should order. You definitely know it better ". " Is it fine ? " Christian nodded. Oliver gave a nod. " Is there any food you should avoid ? " " No. I don't have any allergies ".
Oliver ordered two of their signature dishes and the other was his favorite one. " Not that I am boasting but my friend is really good ". Christian nodded. The restaurant was almost full and business was thriving. He could see it was popular. " For the desserts here, do you make them separately ? " Oliver was surprised. " How did you guess ? "
" It is not such a big thing ". Oliver nodded, a little impressed. " There is a difference right ? The dessert after dinner and the ones you have at a cafe are inevitably different. So I have different things lined up ". Christian nodded. Their food was brought to the table and his friend also came out of the kitchen to greet them.
He was surprised to see Christian. He cocked an eyebrow with a smirk. They exchanged some pleasantries and he narrowed his eyes when he looked at Oliver. Oliver just smiled innocently. His friend's smile also widened. " Enjoy your meal ". They all smiled and he went back to the kitchen. Both of them could not drink as they had to drive back.
Christian took a bite and it was indeed tasty. He nodded in approval. " They are delicious ". " Happy to know you like them ". Both of them smiled and chatted a little while eating. They were done with the meal and Christian offered to pay. " You treated me two times already ". Oliver did not reject it and let him pay.
They settled the bill and walked out. " Where did you park your car ? " " In the street on the side ". Christian said, pointing in the direction. Oliver nodded. " I will get going ". The wind picked up a little and it ruffled Oliver's hair. He brushed it aside. He nodded and smiled. " Drive safe ". Christian smiled. " Alright, bye ".
Oliver waved and they parted ways. Oliver watched till Christian turned around the corner. He took a deep breath. He looked up at the sky. There weren't many stars visible and the moon was also playing hide and seek with the clouds. It felt a little cold. He went to the cafe to get back to work and close soon.
Christian sat on the couch. He was done showering and felt a little tired. He rubbed his eyebrows. He wasted some time trying to read but ended up thinking about the time he spent with Oliver. The page stayed unturned as he was lost in thought. He came out of the daze when his phone vibrated.
Oliver : I had a wonderful time today. Thank you for joining me. 🥰
Christian smiled and unlocked his mobile to reply.
Christian : My pleasure. I did too. Thank you for inviting. 😊
Oliver saw the not so cold reply and felt ecstatic. He fell asleep with a smile on his face. Christian let out a breath and put the book and phone away. He removed his glasses and put them aside too. Finally turned the lights off and fell asleep.
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