“I expect you to be able to handle this. Got it?”

“Sure thing. You can count on me.”

“Good. Now I need to run a couple of more errands but just make sure that the bottles are ready and that the glasses are washed and cold for tonight.”

“No problem.” She said saluting me.

I shook my head and made my way back to my truck. I made a couple of calls and headed out for some last minute items for the evening.

****

I threw my stuff on the table and practically ran up my stairs to my bedroom. I rifled through my closet and threw outfit after outfit to the floor unable to decide what exactly I should wear. I mean was tonight a date? If it wasn’t I should look casual. What if it was? I should look sexy but not desperate.

After nearly ripping everything out of my closet, I grabbed a pair of dark jeans and a nice blue top. I threw the clothes on my bed and went to my bathroom to start the shower. I scrubbed my body raw trying to be as clean as possible for the evening. I stepped out and toweled myself off and blow-dried my hair.

I dressed and applied a small amount of makeup and let my hair fall along my shoulders. I looked myself over in the mirror and nodded my head in approval. I grabbed my purse and keys and headed out to my Mustang.

I started the engine and took a deep breath before I pulled out and headed towards Ashley’s club. I don’t know if it was a sign from above but the traffic that usually took over the Austin interstate was gone and I raced through smoothly and found myself pulling up behind the club. I parked my car next to Ashley’s truck and locked up after getting out. I headed towards the front of the club and walked up to the bouncer.

“Good evening Miss.” He said in a very deep voice.

“Good evening. I’m here to see Ashley Davies.”

“Oh you must be Spencer Carlin.”

I nodded my head and he stood gesturing for me to go inside. I smiled at him appreciatively and made my way inside. I looked towards the bar and saw a small blonde girl taking orders. I made my way over and waited for her to finish her current task. She turned around and smiled at me.

“What can I get you pretty lady?”

“I’m actually looking for Ashley Davies.”

“Oh…let me see where she is.”

I nodded and watched the girl disappear for a brief moment before coming back to the bar.

“She said to go on up to her place. There’s a back entrance right through those doors and up the stairs. She said it should be open and to go right on in.”

“Thanks.”

I made my way through the doors and walked up the stairs that led to a single door. I reached out for the knob and found the door unlocked. I opened the door slightly and peered inside looking for Ashley. What I found was a beautifully set up table with candles and flowers.

I looked around the apartment and saw that the whole place had been transformed into a very romantic atmosphere and I knew that this was definitely more than just getting together to catch up. I swallowed the lump that had formed in my throat and took a seat wondering what the evening had in store for us.