Free Fates' Destiny by BD Bond

doing that.” He laughed.
    “Destiny’s always been a fighter. She didn’t have much choice with her brother, Ryan. He use to pound on her. He loved to use her as a test dummy for some stupid wrestling move he’d seen on TV.”
    “What about you?” He glanced over at her. “Any siblings?”
    She shook her head. “I was born very prematurely and wasn’t expected to live. After the fear my parents went through with me they swore they wouldn’t do it again.” And she wasn’t bothered by it in the least. Her parents gave her everything including their attention. And she had Destiny so she wasn’t lonely.
    “What about your parents?”
    Kenna’s brow furrowed as she glanced at him. “You’re very inquisitive.”
    He laughed, a deep sound that vibrated all through her. “My brother would say I’m nosey.”
    “They’re great.” She answered his question. “Both of them are teachers at the high school. Mom teaches Algebra and Dad teaches History.”
    “They sound interesting. My mom use to teach elementary school. She retired early.”
    “I bet.” She laughed. “I’d retire early too if I had a successful son.”
    Again he laughed. “What do you do for a living?”
    She sat up proudly. “I work at a spa.”
    “Really? Massage therapist?”
    “No, I’m not a massage therapist. I do skin care. Mud baths, facials, things like that.”
    “Darn.” He huffed playfully. “Massage therapist would’ve made you even more attractive.”
    “Is this you trying to be charming?” She teased.
    “Do you think I’m charming?” He glanced over at her with a grin and she laughed.
    “Well, you did save my life so I guess I can be nice and say ‘Yes, I think you’re charming’.” 
    “And now I have a reason to live.” He teased.
    “ Ohmygod!” She rolled her eyes playfully. “You’re a character.”
    “Why thank you Kenna. I’ll take that as a compliment.”
    The y continued to talk the rest of the way to Kenna’s house. Casual conversation about her job, his job, family, things like that. She found it odd how comfortable she felt around him in such a short period of time. Normally when it came to men she was very shy. Hell, she’d known Ryan for almost a year before she even said ‘Hi’ to him. It took her a little while to warm up to the opposite sex. But not Luke. She fell easy into conversation with him. She didn’t have that fear that she would say something stupid. She was just herself and it felt nice.
    “Ok, so what time do you want me to pick you up in the morning?” He asked as he turned down her road.
    “Huh?” She asked in confusion.
    “You have to pick up your car, don’t you? What time would you like me here so I c an take you to it?” He asked as he slowed the car.
    “Oh Luke. That’s sweet of you but I know you’re busy. I can call a cab or Destiny.”
    He shook his head as he pulled to the curb and stopped in front of her house.
    “I want to.” He turned to her. “What time?”
    It didn’t look like he was going to back down so she said, “Well, I have to be at work at 10. So, 8? Maybe?”
    Again he shook his head, his charming smile curling his lips. “How about 7 and we can get breakfast before you go to work?”
    Did he just…? “Are you asking me on a date?” She couldn’t believe it. They’ve only known each other for like 20 minutes.
    “Depends. If I say ‘yes’ will you?”
    She took a second to let this all process. He was asking her on a date and they barely knew each other. She had contemplated telling him ‘no’. After all, going on a date with a guy she’d just met was totally unlike her. But after a moment of thought she nodded.
    “Yes. I’ll have breakfast with you tomorrow.”
    What the hell. Maybe it’s time she made a few changes in her life. Sure as hell couldn’t hurt.
    “Awesome!” He sparked. Then he opened his door and climbed out.
    What’s he doing? She asked herself as she watched him walk around the car. Her question was