The L Word

*Nathaniel*

I was kind of nervous for this date.

It felt more real than our beach date and the ones in my room. This was out at a restaurant and an uncontrolled place. Anything could happen. I just hoped it wouldn’t.

Getting out of the mansion was going to be the most difficult part. We would actually have to use some of the secret passageways so no one would suspect us.

I texted Willow to let her know that I was using the secret stairs. I thought it would be gentlemanly for her to use the elevator.

When I reached the bottom I made sure to listen carefully before gently pushing the door open.

“What are you doing?” I jumped hearing Grayson’s voice.

“Um…just decided to take the stairs.” I cleared my throat.

“You look fancy. Going out with that girl you’re possibly in love with?”

“Scarlett told you?”

“I’m her husband, she tells me everything.” He chuckled. “Have fun, lover boy.”

“Oh be quiet old man.” I muttered as I hurried out of the kitchen.

“You look dapper,” Skyler commented. “W