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I learn about her love of travel, and her obsession with collecting coffee mugs from every new place she visits. I learn that she’s an avid Gilmore Girls fan and has weekly girls nights with her two best friends. I learn about her favorite fictional characters, and what books she’s read over fifty times.
I find myself getting lost in her green eyes, the way her lips curve into a smile when she talks about something she’s passionate about, the way her hair falls in soft waves around her face, the gentle sound of her laughter.
By the end of the meal, I feel like I’ve known her for years.
And I don’t want this night to end—which is why I texted my personal assistant to make special arrangements for us.
Chapter Fifteen
Josephine
“Where are we going?” I ask as we step out of the restaurant and into the cool night air.
“You’ll see. It’s a surprise,” he replies with a grin before taking off his jacket and offering it to me. “Here, put this on. I don’t want you to get cold,” he says, his voice warm and comforting.
I slip on the jacket, enjoying the scent of his cologne that still lingers on the fabric. “Thank you,” I say, snuggling into the coat.
“My pleasure,” he replies, a small smile on his lips.
As we walk, Jacob tells me about his favorite classic movies and how he used to watch them with his parents every Sunday. I listen intently, hanging onto his every word.
We finally arrive at a small theater that looks straight out of the 1920s. Jacob leads me inside, and I’m immediately transported to another time. The theater is beautifully decorated with gold and red velvet curtains, plush seats, and a stage in the front.
“What is this place?” I ask, in awe.
“It’s a private theater that I own,” Jacob says with a smile.
“What? This is amazing!”
“I like to come here to watch movies when I need to get away from work or just need some alone time with Clem. But tonight, I thought it would be perfect for us to have a private screening of your favorite movie.”
I look at him in disbelief, feeling touched by his thoughtfulness. “You know my favorite movie?”
“Well, I had a little help with that one.” He winks.
“Ah, yes, of course. Clem did ask me about that. She’s a sneaky one, isn’t she?”
“She sure is ... she literally parent-trapped us into this date tonight, but I’m not complaining.”
I can’t help but laugh at his reference to The Parent Trap, where the twin daughters scheme to force their parents to go on a romantic dinner date.
“I’m definitely not complaining.” I smirk.
He leads me to a small room in the back of the theater, where there is a big screen and a comfortable couch. The lights are dimmed, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Jacob disappears briefly and comes back a few moments later with an assortment of candy and two glasses of wine.
“What’s your go-to movie theater candy?”
I smile at him, feeling like a teenager on a first date. “Reeses Pieces.” I chuckle.
“Excellent choice.” He grins, handing me a king-sized box of Reese’s Pieces.
He walks over to the projector, clicking a few buttons before the screen comes to life. “Ta-da!” he exclaims with a grin.
“Wow. This is incredible! Thank you, Jacob … for everything...” I say, feeling overwhelmed by his kindness.
He smiles at me, his eyes warm. “Anything for you, Jo.”