15
“Pad!” Ellie’ said.
“I’m sorry. What?” Pad’s eyes captured Ellie’s.
“I guess regaling stories from my youth was a bit boring. I asked if you wanted dessert?”
“No, you aren’t boring at all. I was just trying to remember the last time I’ve had so much fun, and since I’m coming up empty, I guess it’s been a while.”
Pleased to hear Pad’s comment, Ellie felt her cheeks get hot. She was certain they flushed to a deep shade of pink. “I’m having fun too. You’re very easy to talk to.”
Ellie imagined how his lips would feel on her’s. She dismissed her train of thought to focus on what Pad was saying.
“I think we should take ice cream to go. If what you say is true, I don’t think we should miss out.”
“You won’t be disappointed.” Ellie smiled at the waiter, which prompted him to rush over.
