It's 12.57pm and I am walking towards the coffee shop with Nico. I barely slept at night, still doubting my decision.
"Dadda!" Nico exclaims when he sees Elijah.
"Hi." I say softly. I let Nico down and he walks towards Elijah.
"Look at my big boy. You are walking great Nico." Nico smiled and Elijah put him in his lap. We ordered our drinks.
"Okay Elijah about my decision. I am willing to give you a chance. But please do know I need a slow pace, to know I can completely trust you."
"Thank you Pearl. I understand and I will give you all the time you need." He placed his palm over mine on table. I guess this was okay, even nice. It was Elijah who broke the silence.
"Can I ask you out on a date tonight? I am aware we have work tomorrow, we would just go to theater at 5pm and be back by 7
