Page 18 of An Alpha's Romance
“Well, I hope I don’t disappoint, then.”
They drove to the outskirts of the city. Conner had a friend that was the owner of a tree farm. Mr. Owens always kept a little special part of his farm decorated until February. He always said that the time between New Year’s and Valentine’s Day could be sad, and he wanted to save a little cheer.
When they drove up to the farm, Conner looked to see Keisha’s reaction. Her face was lit up like the trees that were in front of them.
“Oh my God!! It’s not Christmas anymore…” She looked at him her eyes round with both curiosity and excitement.
“Do you like it?” Conner asked, but he could tell by the look on her face that she did.
“I love it!” Keisha exclaimed.
Conner hopped out of his truck, grabbing the blanket that he’d stashed in the backseat, and rushed around to the passenger side. However, Keisha had already made her way out of the truck, and he could tell she could hardly contain her eagerness to see the lights. Conner placed his arms around her delicate shoulders and pulled her into his side. She fit perfectly, and he was relieved when she simply melted against him like she belonged.
He led her to the entrance of the farm where there was a humongous tractor with a large wooden wagon attached to it. In the Fall, Mr. Owens did hayrides, but this time of year, the wagon was cushioned with large quilts and blankets.
Conner steered Keisha toward the small line of people that were waiting to get on the ride. When it was their turn, he helped her onto the spacious wagon, and made himself comfortable beside her. He placed the blanket over their legs and once again, she snuggled into his side.
The grove of trees were all decorated with white lights, and Mr. Owens had a little stereo that played Christmas songs. Although it was the beginning of January, with the music, lights, and Keisha snuggled against him, Conner was feeling quite jovial.
“I’ve never done anything like this before,” Keisha whispered, her face full of awe.
“I’m glad I could be your first.” Conner winked, and before she turned away he could see the light blush on her brown cheeks.
The rest of the twenty-minute ride through the farm was spent with them whispering and giggling to each other like teenagers. Conner couldn’t remember a time where he felt so light and carefree.
Once the ride was over, Conner took Keisha to a small bistro not far from the farm where they indulged in some of the best chicken pot pie, and hot chocolate that Conner could ever remember having.
“I was kinda shocked that you wanted a second date.” Keisha looked shyly over the rim of her mug.
“Why? Our first date ended well.”
Keisha blushed again, and Conner knew that she was thinking about the heated kiss they shared. “Yes, but with Dylan showing up…”
Conner nodded. “Your ex-husband is a nonfactor when it comes to my feelings about you. I enjoyed our date, and I hope you give me the opportunity to take you on many more.” Conner’s chiseled jaw was locked into a serious expression as he looked into her beautiful face.
Her smile was slow, and she looked away shyly before she turned back to address him. “Thanks. I’m glad he didn’t ruin our chances of getting to know one another.”
Conner took Keisha’s hand and held it as he looked into her eyes. “I would never let anyone ruin our chances, beautiful. Nobody.”
They stared intently at one another before he tugged her hand, making her move toward him. He leaned over the middle of the small table where they were seated, and she met him in the middle where they shared a sweet kiss.