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Chapter Thirteen
Shanda couldn’t tell if Marcy and David liked the food or not. They actually said very little during dinner. She was beginning to think Kenneth may have something to do with that. The purpose of going out to eat instead of eating at home was so it wouldn’t be uncomfortable. Usually a neutral location worked. Obviously not with a Heart.
If someone didn’t say something soon, Shanda might need to start talking about the weather. Before she could, she caught sight of DeeDee and Larry approaching their table. Oh God. You didn’t. That was two mistakes: picking this restaurant and telling DeeDee where they were going.
“Hi Shanda, what a pleasant surprise seeing you here.” DeeDee turned and waved to the others. “I’m DeeDee, her sister, and this is my husband Larry.”
She forced a smile, and said, “This is Mr. and Mrs. Heart and their son, Kenneth.”
DeeDee gave a wide grin, as she extended her hand to Kenneth’s. “I’ve heard so much about you.” Giving Shanda a wink she added, “And you’re just as handsome as she said, too.”
Her cheeks burned from embarrassment and anger. What the hell DeeDee? I told you I’m trying to impress them. There was going to be a lengthy call later about this.
“It’s nice to finally meet you. And I hear congratulations are in order,” Kenneth said. He turned to his parents and added, “Recently married.”
Marcy nodded. “Congratulations.”
DeeDee linked her arm with Larry and said, “Thank you. Nothing is better than when you find the one. Hopefully Kenneth doesn’t drag his feet as long as Larry did before he put a ring on it.”
Oh you fucking didn’t. I’m going to kill you DeeDee. You’re so dead. Shanda was so stunned she could barely breathe. She turned to his parents, who seemed to be equally blown away by DeeDee’s comment.
“I…I…” she stammered.
Kenneth said, “I’m not one who hesitates when I know what I want.”
Did that mean he wanted her? It really wasn’t an answer, but damn, it was a good one. Who could argue with that? Oh, DeeDee could.
“You’d be crazy not to want Shanda. She’s a-maz-ing!” DeeDee said.
“DeeDee, the hostess is waiting to seat you,” Shanda said. Take the hint and go before Kenneth decides never to see me again.
“I couldn’t agree with you more, DeeDee. Only a fool would let her go,” Kenneth said. Shanda looked at Kenneth and found him staring at her. He continued by adding, “I’m no fool.”
Her heart was pounding and melting at the same time. He hadn’t said the words, but it was darn close to saying he loved her.
“Kenneth, I do not believe this is the place for such a conversation,” Marcy said.
DeeDee chuckled, “Beats the heck out of talking politics or business.”
Shanda rolled her eyes. It wasn’t a good sign when you started to pray for the power to go out or something to put an end to this nightmare.
Marcy said, “Both are important to being successful.”
Kenneth nodded. “Yes they are, but neither has anything to do with being happy.” He reached over and covered her hand with his.
DeeDee smile and said, “Well I guess our table is ready. It was nice meeting you all.” Then to Kenneth she said, “We should all go out together some time soon.” Without waiting for a reply, DeeDee dragged Larry off.
Great. Now onto damage control.It sucked because there was so much she wanted to say to Kenneth too, but not out in public. When she turned and looked at Marcy, she didn’t seem as upset as Shanda would’ve thought.
“I’m sorry about that. You know how newlyweds are. They want everyone to be as happy as they are,” Shanda stated the truth. DeeDee may have spoken out of line, but her intentions were good.
Marcy looked at Kenneth, then back at her. Get ready. Here it comes. ‘You’re not good enough for my Kenneth.’
Marcy said, “I have a sister as well. Carole has put me in an…uncomfortable situation many times.” Uncomfortable is one way to describe this. “I am sure Kenneth will attest that she brings a different feel to our parties.”
“You mean she brought life to them,” David stated. “Carole insisted people have a good time.”
Kenneth added, “She wanted us all to be happy like she was.”
