Free True Fate by Shayna Varadeaux Page B

only thing she could, she didn't want to wait anymore
anyway.

 
    “Here goes nothing.” She said as she texted
Aaron.

 
    A buzzing startled Aaron out of his sleep and he
dug his phone out of his pocket. It was Nia.

 
    Nia: Hey um, I'm downstairs but if you're not
ready yet it's ok. And could I please use your bathroom. I may have had a Venti
Mocha on the way....

 
    Aaron: I've been ready for an hour already, it’s
cool. Come on up!  

 
    Nia: Thanks be right there.

 
    Aaron quickly scrambled to the bathroom when
she'd asked about using it. He brushed his teeth again quickly and cleaned up
the splatter, spraying air freshener one last time. Standing hovering around
the door when the doorbell chimed, he counted to five trying not to seem over
eager and opened the door.

 
    There she was in the flesh, beautiful Nia. She
was a knockout.

 
      Even
though he knew that she was lovely, he was still struck by her beauty. He found
himself wondering if she had any clue how stunning she was. No one could
possibly look that good in jeans, a t-shirt and hoodie.

 
    Right then he let all the drama of vows, Guardians
and true identities go, at least for now. Why not enjoy the time they have and
get to know the woman he will soon be "bound" to.

 
    "Hey", he said with a smile.

 
    "Good morning." she said nearly taking
his breath away with that in combination with the shy look on her face looking
at him from under her lashes. The thought of her in his apartment saying good
morning gave way to thoughts of why a girl would normally be there to say good
morning. He shook himself a little ashamed. That may not be the best line of
thought so early in the morning.

 
    "Good morning Nia." he said with a goofy
grin. "The bathroom's right through that door." he pointed out, not
wanting to keep her awkwardly there while he knew she had to go.

 
    She gave him a shy smile and said "Thank
you." so sweetly.

 
    He tried not to make his sigh audible he just
wasn't sure he succeeded.

 
    Taking the opportunity to grab his house keys and
his phone and checked for his wallet. Nia may be guiding this day but he
intended to be the one treating. She came out rather quickly and he gave her
the grand tour.

 
    "Oh wow. You know my mom would have a field
day with your place. She would love every second. She's really good too. I
could give you her number.” she said looking around.

 
    He was a little embarrassed but not really, he
knew it needed some TLC. "Well maybe I should take you up on that.” he
said with a wink.

 
    She quickly added, "It's a great space and
believe me I know what the rent is like. I considered moving here myself. I'm
still living at home.” she said rolling her eyes.

 
    His eyes went wide, "Really?" she
looked at him confused or was that offended, he couldn't tell. "Oh, I
just... I mean it's so close to the ball park and it gets super noisy when
there's a game. I love it because I love baseball.” he added quickly feeling
awkward and hoping she didn’t misunderstand him.

 
    She laughed at his rambling, "Way to
stereotype mister." She teased.

 
    He laughed too then asked, "So... you like
baseball?"

 
    She grinned, "Oh, I don't just like it. I
love it and I happen to have season tickets too."

 
    He stood there dumbfounded. Where
has this woman been all his life, beautiful and a season ticket holder! That's
two for two.

 
    He grinned, "Well that is pretty awesome.
Maybe we could go to a game sometime. I don't think I've ever been with a girl.
Well besides my mom.” he frowned at the last thought.

 
    Aaron always missed his mom and she did take him to
games. She was the one that took him to his first Yankees game. They drove into
New York and spent the day together, just the two of them.
    It was one of his favorite memories. He put a smile
back on his face then and promised himself that nothing would ruin the day.

 
    "My mom was awesome. She would have loved to
meet