The Love Liza Never Knew

First Night

Throwing on a pair of jeans and a graphic shirt, I headed down to the bar area to meet Ryan. When I walked into the area, it seemed a bit busy with no sight of Ryan. Approaching the bar, there was a taller blonde man making drinks and chatting with some of the customers. I couldn't help but notice his cute dimples and his arms that were covered in tattoos. Unlike Ryan, this man didn't have the deep raspy voice that probably made women fall to their knees, but still, he was definitely an eye sore. Eventually, the man walked over to my end of the bar.

"Hey, you must be Arya?"

"Yes I am, Hi."

"I'm Derrick. Ryan told me to tell you he'd be down here around midnight. You stuck with me till then, so I'll show you the beginner ropes."

"Okay"

I followed Derrick further behind the bar and he began to show me the different liquors. He pulled out a book that showed me all the different recipes for making different drinks. He told me to study it and in time I'll be a pro like him and Ryan. We then went over the different glasses to use for different drinks and what glasses to use for different sizes of shots and how to measure them out. He showed me the stock room even though I wouldn't be in there much, since I shouldn't be lifting anything and also where to put my end of the night cash deposits and how to cash out any tips. We begin to take drink orders and before I know it, I feel overwhelmed by the size of people drinking, but Derrick isn't bothered by it. He moves around me with ease, allowing me to take my time. One guy was irritated by my slowness and Derrick didn't hesitate to put him in his place. By the time Ryan showed up, I was already tired but I was warming up to the job. Derrick made a deal with me that until I learned about the drinks better, I would just get the bottle and tap beer orders, which was fine by me. When Ryan took over, he also had me on beer duty and wiping down the tables after he cleared them. The bar called last call at 2:30am and I have to admit I will have to get used to it, but I felt good about the first night. Looking at the list of things I wrote down, I began to start the closing process as Ryan poured the last few drinks. The kitchen was closed and Ryan just had to double check it and the bar was done. As Ryan checked the kitchen, I double checked to make sure I did everything I was supposed to before I took out the cash tips and made the deposit. When I came back to the bar, Ryan was coming out of the kitchen with two plates that contained turkey sandwiches and chips. I couldn't help but smile as he told me to follow him over to one of the booths. Sitting down, Ryan placed my plate in front of me before walking off and coming back with two glasses of water.

"Thank you Ryan. You didn't have to do this. It is very sweet of you."

"It's no problem, Arya. You need to make sure you eat enough for you and the baby. By the way, how far along are you?"

"I am around 13 weeks I think."

"You think?"

"Yeah, I haven't been to the doctor since before I came here , so if I am calculating right I should be around 13 weeks."

"Arya, you have to make an appointment here. You know you have to stay on top of this. If you like, I can give the doctor that delivered Onna a call to see when she can get you in."

"That would be helpful. I still don't know much about around here and you are the only person I talk to. Well you, Onna, and now Derrick I guess."

" I'll call when I get up tomorrow and I will let you know okay."

"Okay, but I have to say you are doing way too much, Ryan. How will I ever repay you?"

"Dont worry about it. I told you we all need help sometimes. Now eat your food. Bosses orders"

I couldn't help but laugh as we both dug into our food, talking a little more before Ryan walked me to my room and told me goodnight.

****************************** ***RYAN'S P.O.V***********************************

After walking Arya to her room, I told her goodnight before heading over to my part of the hotel. I don't know what it is, but I feel like Arya needs someone to be a friend and protector for her. I don't know if I should take that stand or not, but I'll be there for her until her man realizes what he has lost and comes looking for her. Going into my place, I grabbed a beer, walked out on to the patio, taking in the cool brisk air. I could tell that the weather would be changing soon, since Colorado weather is basically unpredictable.I tried to figure out why Onna had taken such a liking to Arya. I mean other women have tried getting close to Onna because of me and she never likes them. I won't date, because I feel like Onna won't approve, but she likes Arya, so maybe there is hope for me to find a woman to be a mother to her, since her mother is incapable. After finishing my beer I tried to clear my thoughts. Jumping in the shower, I let the water run over my head. "Why can't I get her off my mind?"

Heading to bed, my mind was still consumed by Arya. Waking up, I checked the time and I was late. Jumping up, I threw on my uniform, I headed down stairs to relieve the night auditor.

By the time it was time for me to get off, I still hadn't seen Arya, but I remembered that I needed to give a call to Dr.Robinsin.

Calling her cell, she picked up quickly.

"Well, hello Ryan. Long time no hear from."

"Good afternoon Dr. Robinson. how are you?"

" I'm doing good. If you're calling me, that means something is up, so what's up?"

"I was wondering if your accepting new patients?"

"Omg, have you gone off and made another baby?"

"No, it's nothing like that. I am trying to help a friend. It's her 1st baby and she hasn't been to the doctor in weeks. I know you are basically the best, so I am reaching out to you."

"Well, it is no good that it has been weeks. Hmm, I have a cancelation next Friday morning at 9am. Make sure she makes it. We really need to get her in. Does she have insurance?"

"I doubt it."

"Okay, I will work with her and I will get her going on a good path. How about you tag along with her if she doesn't mind? You know she will need all the support she can get."

"Okay, I will see. Thank you for this, Dr. Robinson. Have a great day."

Hanging up, I make my way to the kitchen to place an order for Arya and I tell her the news when I get her lunch. Knocking on the door, Arya opens it and she doesn't look well. Inviting me in, I go to ask her what is wrong, but soon as the door closes she rushes back to the restroom and starts to puke. I went in behind her and pulled back her hair as she finished. I could tell she was feeling weak, so I sat on the floor next to her and she laid her head on my lap.

"Arya, I think maybe you need something to settle your stomach. Do you have any crackers and ginger ale or 7up?"

She just shook her head before sitting up fast to puke again. I stood up and went over to the tub to run her a bubble bath. I told her that I would be right back and if she had the strength to try and take a bath while I was gone, I would knock before coming back in.

I rushed out of the room down to mine to grab both ginger ale and 7-up, along with crackers and chicken soup. When I got back to Arya's room, I put on the soup and knocked on the door waiting for her to answer.

"Come in"

I opened the door and Arya was in the tub but everything was covered with bubbles. I stood in the doorway and asked her if she was feeling a bit better and she said kinda before asking me to go out and bring in her robe. Leaving the robe in the bathroom. I went and turned off the soup and made the food tray. Arya came out and laid on the bed. I took the tray over and fed her the soup and crackers until she said she was done. The rest of the evening was spent with Arya's head lying on me while I rubbed her hair watching different shows.