— First dates were always nerve racking, especially when you’ve been out of the dating scene for a while. You and Ted met at McLaren’s pub; talked for a while before he asked you on a date and tonight was the night.

You’d been pacing back and forth in your room, fiddling with tons of dresses before settling on a simple blue one that showed just the right amount of everything. By the time you’d gotten ready it was time to go, giving you barely anytime to let your nerves settle.

The restaurant wasn’t fancy but it was nice, not that it mattered to you. You’d let Ted know youd arrived and went inside, looking around while you waited for him.

A few short moments after you felt a tap on your shoulder followed by a sort of familiar voice.

“Hey there.”