Barry, who was always punctual, had arrived even earlier than usual; truth was it had been quite some time since he had a date and nerves were beginning to get the better of him. He headed straight to the bar and got himself a drink and began to prepare himself for the evening ahead. A few very short minutes later he heard a voice from behind him.
"Well good evening handsome." He turned around to see the smiling face of Katie greeting him.
"Good even.....oh, my God, you look incredible." He had planned to tell her that regardless but this was a pure reaction; she really did take his breath away.
Katie's smile widened even further as she gave him a twirl. "Why thank you very much. You're looking rather delectable yourself," she responded. Without having said a word the barman placed a
