Chapter 9: A Night to Remember

I pulled up to Lex's apartment, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. I had been looking forward to this night all week, and I was eager to see her again. As I stepped out of the car, I couldn't help but notice the sound of heels clicking on the pavement. I turned to see Lex walking towards me, and my jaw dropped. She looked stunning. Her long hair was styled perfectly, and her makeup was subtle yet elegant. She was wearing a pencil skirt that hugged her curves in all the right places, and a black crop top with long sleeves that accentuated her toned arms. A delicate necklace glimmered around her neck, and her eyes sparkled as she smiled. As she approached the car, she opened the door and slid into the passenger seat. "Hey," she said, her voice husky and confident. I couldn't help but stare at her for a moment, taking in her beauty. I felt a surge of desire, but I pushed it aside, determined to get to know her better. I closed the door behind her and made my way to the driver's side, trying to play it cool. As I started the car, I couldn't help but glance at her. She was gazing out the window, her eyes fixed on some point in the distance. I cleared my throat, trying to break the silence. "You look amazing," I said, trying to sound sincere. She turned to me, a smile playing on her lips. "Thanks," she said, her voice soft. "You don't look so bad yourself." I chuckled, feeling a sense of ease with her that I hadn't felt with anyone in a long time. As we drove to the restaurant, we chatted easily, discussing everything from our jobs to our hobbies. I was surprised by how much we had in common, and I found myself feeling more and more drawn to her. As we arrived at the restaurant, I pulled up to the valet and turned off the engine. "Shall we?" I asked, offering her my arm. She took it, her hand wrapping around my elbow, and we walked into the restaurant together. I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride, having her on my arm. I knew that this was just the beginning of a night that I would never forget.