September 17 2022
The time was seven thirty as Desmond was seen in the grocery shop, buying some vegetables for dinner tonight. However, Desmond also messaged Disha that he was free tonight and was going to go out with her.
Disha told him that they could meet in an Indian restaurant at eight thirty, Desmond felt excited about the date but he also felt nervous, restless and needed some advice that he had to message Benjamin and Cody for advice.
Desmond was looking through the vegetables and grabbed the important ones he needed as He put them in a plastic bag as He continued looking around until he heard a familiar voice.
???: Hey Desmond, I didn't know you like grocery shopping.
Desmond: Evan? I didn't know you were here.
Evan: Yeah, my Mom needed some stuff, That's why.
Desmond: I see. How is everything else going?
Evan: Good, good. What about you? Oh! And how is your instructorship going?
Desmond: Everything is good, and I have been learning and training a lot. Though the teacher can be really strict.
Evan: But I heard he was a professional. Probably, he's trying to intimidate you
Desmond: You could be right about that, but thanks for the recommendation.
Evan: No problem! Anything for a friend.
Desmond looked at him and had a small smile on his face as Crowe patted his shoulder.
Desmond: You're a good guy, Evan. I'm sorry if I have been harsh to you for a while
Evan was surprised by hearing that from Desmond, but he didn't want to blame him for anything, He gave a smile to him as Peters spoke.
Evan: It's cool, man. You're a nice guy, but you just gotta. . . control your anger sometimes. No offence, though.
Evan raised both of his arms up as Desmond just looked at him and nodded.
Desmond: Yeah, but I'm glad you're being honest.
Evan: No problem, I'll just buy the stuff now, Take care.
Desmond: Take care, Oh, and one more thing.
Evan: What is it?
Desmond: Uhh. . . . Do you have any advice?
Evan: What kind of advice?
Desmond: Uh. . . Date advice.
Evan: Date? Wait, you're going on a date with someone!?
Desmond covered his face in embrassment and sighed as He looked at Evan.
Desmond: Yes, I am, and I never been. . . on a date with someone, so I need some advice.
Evan: You're so lucky, man. Um, personally, I have never been on a date, but first of all, you should relax and be yourself. Also, make sure to maintain a positive attitude.
Desmond: Thanks, Evan. I'll keep that in mind.
Evan: No problem, Can I come with you?
Desmond: *Stares at him* No.
Evan laughed as Desmond rolled his eyes and chuckled, Evan told him that he was just kidding as both of them said goodbye to each other. Desmond left the shop as He had two messages on his phone.
Benjamin: Hey Desmond! I have a few pieces of advice for you since I did have a similar problem when I was going out with Roxanne for the first time.
You should dress appropriately for wherever you are going, Make sure to be present in the conversation and also talk about yourself, Just focus on making your date feel comfortable.
Desmond had a smile on his face and replied to Benjamin and was thankful for the advice as He looked at Cody's message.
Cody: Hey man, Dont worry, I got your back. You should compliment your date and be genuine and honest with it, Be confident in yourself and make sure to keep calm. I hope it helps you.
Desmond smiled and answered the message as he got on his bike and ride back to his house.
Later on, there was an Indian restaurant as the time was eight thirty, Desmond was seen at the restaurant as He was looking around while fixing his button shirt.
Crowe arrived early at the restaurant as He was sitting and messaged Disha as Desmond was feeling a bit nervous but remembered his friends' advice as He was repeating those pieces of advice in his head.
About five minutes has past, Desmond was looking around until he heard footsteps as He looked around until He saw Disha, who was wearing a traditional indian saree.
Desmond was shocked by her look, She looked amazing and beautiful in his eyes. Disha had a huge smile on her face as She fixed her hair and sat down.
Disha: Hi Desmond.
Desmond: Uh Hey. . .
Desmond continued staring at her, He still felt shocked and couldn't stop staring at her as Disha was looking at him.
Disha: Does the outfit not look good?
Desmond: What? The outfit looks gorgeous, Disha.
Disha blushed at the comment as Desmond smiled at her as Disha was smiling at him.
Disha: Thank you so much, Desmond. That's really sweet of you.
Desmond: You're welcome. I have never seen that kind of dress.
Disha: Actually, this is a traditional saree woman wears at India. There are so many different styles for it.
Desmond: Oh, I see.
Disha: And I must say you look handsome right now.
Desmond: *Chuckles* Thanks, Disha. I appreciate it.
Disha: *Smiles* Just stating the truth, Besides, you always look handsome.
Desmond was shocked as He cleared his throat and smiled, Disha giggled as the waiter arrived and gave them the menu as they were looking at what they could order.
Soon, They made their decision and ordered what they wanted as Desmond and Disha were talking to each other.
Desmond: So, do you still visit your home country?
Disha: Of course I do. A lot of my relatives and cousins are there but sometimes they come to America to visit.
Desmond: I see. What is life like over there?
Disha: It's honestly great, The food is good, but we don't cook on stoves. Instead, we burn wood and cook from there.
Desmond: *Surprised* Really?
Disha: Yeah, usually there is an electricity problem caused by the rain or wind and it's too dark and exhausting to cook in the kitchen. But the food tastes better than cooking on the stove.
Desmond: Wow, I never knew that.
Disha: Mmmm, other than that, the life quality there is very low, My father and mother would always give money to the poor and whoever is struggling, Its also quite dirty in some areas but you can find other clean area.
Desmond: Your parents are really kind people.
Disha: *Smiles* Thanks. But on the positive side, there are interesting and beautiful sights, We are very close to a lot of people, including our own driver or plumber and even a shop owner.
Desmond couldn't help but smile as Disha continued talking about the life in India as Desmond was listening to every word she said.
As they continued talking, Their food finally arrived as Desmond saw what was on the table.
Desmond: Wow.
Disha, Biryani, and okra fry, trust me. This will be delicious.
Desmond: I can't wait to try it out already.
Desmond was about to take a spoon until she stopped him as Disha spoke to him.
Disha: In our tradition, We eat with our hand.
Desmond looked at her and nodded as Disha was smiling at Desmond as He took the first bite of biryani until the spices burned his tongue as Desmond hissed and Disha and.
Desmond: That's spicy!
Disha: *Laughs* My family loves spicy food.
Desmond immediately drank a glass of water as Disha continued laughing as Desmond chuckled and felt embarrassed.
Desmond: Sorry, I wasn't expecting that.
Disha: It's okay, Desmond. I hope you liked it, though
Desmond: But it's really delicious, actually.
Disha smiled at him as Desmond began eating more as He decided to eat the okra with it. The food was really tasty, and both of them ate more than expected.
Both of them were talking to each other as Disha was asking some questions about Desmond's life.
Disha: What's your family like, Desmond?
Desmond: Uh. . . Well, you know about my father's passing.
Disha nodded and felt sad as Desmond took a deep breath and spoke to her.
Desmond: I have a younger sister and my mother. But Me and my Mom have a strain relationship since my father's passing.
Disha was shocked as Desmond was looking at the ground.
Desmond: We often ignore each other or argue. It's just like. . . We don't understand each other.
Disha: But why, Desmond? Why are you being blamed?
Desmond looked at her and didn't want to speak about it, but he knew he needed to answer it.
Desmond: I just feel like it's my fault.
He didn't want to give too much information as Disha looked sad until Desmond shook his head and wanted to light up the conversation.
Desmond: But me and my sister are close, She likes playing tennis and recently she has started a tennis scholarship.
Disha: I see, How is it going for her?
Desmond: *Smiles* She's doing great, Thanks for asking Disha.
Disha smiled at him as She touched his hand, Desmond felt his heart skip a beat by her touch as He was looking at her.
Disha: By the way, I'm sorry for asking about what I said earlier.
Desmond: It's okay, Disha. Dont worry about it.
Disha: *Smiles* Do you know what happens when two boats fall in love?
Desmond: What?
Disha: It's a Row-mance
Desmond laughed a little as Disha felt happy that she made him feel happy as Patani laughed with him.
The rest of the date went very well for them as Disha and Desmond were outside the restaurant as They smiled at each other.
Disha: Today was fun, Desmond. We should hang out again.
Desmond: Of course we can. I had a great time.
Disha: Okay, I'll see you later. Take care of yourself.
Desmond: You too, and one more thing.
Disha: What is it?
Desmond: *Smiles* I still love the saree you're wearing. It's amazing.
Disha couldn't help but smile as Desmond was looking at her. She got close to his cheek and kissed his cheek, which shocked him.
Disha: You're sweet like Jalebi. It's a sweet snack.
Desmond was shocked as Disha smiled at him and walked away as Crowe continued remembering her words as he was smiling at her as he touched his cheek and was thinking about her.
A/N: Thank you so much for reading and stay strong!!! :)