I decide the best thing I can do is get on with school.
I go home and as the days pass, I see every Monday and Wednesday for class. He always seems to smile directly at me from the front of class, and I always smile back. My attraction to him seems to grow stronger with each lecture, as I discover his wit, his sense of humor, and the hobbies and interests we have in common.
As the semester progresses I continue attending his office hours, determined to impress him with my ambition and intelligence.
Finally, the semester is over. I am happy with the A- I get, and drop by to thank him for all his help over the course of the semester.
"You're absolutely welcome, !"
The professor asks me about my Christmas plans, and I explain that I am going home to spend the holiday with my parents. I add that I expect to be back for New Year's Eve, although I don't know what I'll be doing.
"You might think about going to Kidder's...it's a restaurant and bar that's having an 18+ New Year's show with several live bands." 's enthusiasm catches me off guard, and I ask if he'll be going. He says of course he will, and explains that they have all those old enough to drink wear wristbands.
"Kidder's is a great place to meet people, and hang out with friends!"
I get the idea, and excuse myself to pack for the trip home.
I know where _I_ will be for New Year's Eve...! |