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Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

She had sat down at the table playing with her salad more than eating it. Try as she may she was not keeping thoughts of David away today. This new hire wasnt helping much. Why did he have to insist on being so nice? She didnt want him to be nice. She never asked him to be nice. He had to want something from her. Nobody is ever nice without wanting something. That had become part of her new philosophy on life. Everybody always wants something. Nobody ever does anything nice unless they want something from you. You cant trust people. Nothing in, nothing out. That was how she was going to keep herself safe. She was wrapped up remind herself of her own self imposed rules and logic when he walked into the kitchen. She shifted slightly in her chair as he had his back turned to her at the coffee machine. Glancing over, she took notice of the curves and muscles in his back. Hes a man Lizzie! You cant trust him. Looking down at her bowl as her fork stabbed at the lettuce, she felt him sit down. No thanks, she snapped. Coffee doesnt go well with salad. I have my water. She grinned hearing his apology. He was clearly trying, and there was a part of her that wanted to accept and move forward. That same part, she reminded herself, is the same part that got your heart broken. Look, she began pushing her bowl away. We have to work together, thats true, and if you want my help, all you have to do is ask. Ill do my job. Ill help you. You are right about two things though. You had no right to be such an ass and we dont have to best friends. We dont even have to be friends at all. All we have to be is co-workers. She stood up slamming her chair under the table and picked up her bowl carrying it over to the sink to clean. Hes only trying to be nice. Just because youre friends with the guy doesnt mean youll end up in bed with him. Come on Lizzie. You can let your guard down some. Im gonna regret this, she thought. Sighing she turned around and told him, Ill help you. I know the job can be overwhelming at first, and nobody deserves to just get by. Ill stay with you until you know the ropes. Any questions you might have, just ask. Fair enough? She grabbed a paper towel and wiped out her bowl. Sure she had dumped most of her salad into the trash, but today she just didnt have an appetite. Do you have any questions? Is there anything you want to know more about?
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

He frowned as he watched her dump her salad and turn to face him. He glanced at her, watching her sharp movements, and concern flitted across his face. Was she eating enough? A third of a salad hardly seemed like a good lunch. Why did he care, he suddenly asked himself, but he found he did. Found he actually quite liked Elizabeth despite her sharp exterior. There was something - passionate - about her. Capable. Listening to her words Oli frowned a little deeper. He clearly wasn't quite getting through to her given her angry tirade. Then again, maybe she didn't want to be friends. That was Elizabeth's right. She was fair enough in her observation that they only needed to be colleagues. He sighed, blowing out his cheeks as he tried to think what to say next. I guess what would really help me is if you went through the shipping forms again he said grinning wryly. Slowly I'm afraid. Just imagine I'm the dumb guy who was stupid enough to hassle you in the car park the other day! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The rest of the day went quite slowly. Oli finally seemed to get the hang of the work a little before the end of the working day, sending off forms without any glaring mistakes. Much, if not all, of that was due to Elizabeth's help. She was a wizard with the machine and was also really very talented at explaining the various functions and small tasks in a way he could get his head around. She had left a few minutes before him, finally leaving him to it now he had the hang of the system, but as he left the office and into the darkening parking lot outside he saw her standing, cell-phone out, by her car. The hood was up and she looked annoyed. Elizabeth? he called, walking over to her, seeing her stressed out face, can I give you a lift anywhere? Peering into the engine of the car he guessed, from a preliminary glance, that it would be going nowhere that evening unless it was on a tow-truck. I really don't mind he smiled at her as she glanced over at him. Consider it a little payment for helping me out earlier.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

She forced a smile as all he really wanted was more help. That was what she was here for. After all, she had been with the company a lot longer, and she had to remind herself she knew what it was like to be new and in over her head. Sure. No problem. She spent the day showing him more, breaking it down into smaller pieces so it wasnt so much for him to digest. Truthfully she had jumped in throwing everything at him at once. That was unfair to him, and his performance had suffered. Now that she was actually showing him, working with him, the way she was suppose to, he was picking up rather quickly. She knew when to back off as he began to take to the job with ease. She wasnt far away. If he needed any help, she was right there over his shoulder simply telling him what he needed to do so that he could perform the actions and begin to form some sort of repetition as a learning tool. It was working fine, and as the day was drawing closer to a close, she decided to let him fly solo. She had gathered her belongings and headed to her car. Turning the key, it was clear her old faithful car would not be going anywhere. Oh come on, she whispered laying her head against the steering wheel. I have to get home. Come on baby. Start for momma. With every try, the engine sounded weaker and weaker, and her hopes it starting began to evaporate. She lifted the hood as if she had any idea what was going and took out her phone. Yeah. Hi Marissa. Look Im gonna be late getting home tonight. My car wont start. Im gonna call up a tow truck, but I have no idea how long itll be. I know youve got your classes down at the community college, but I dont know what else to do. Thanks. Im sure Cindy thanks you too. Bye now. Frantically she dialed again. Yes. Hello Martin. Look my car is stuck here at my job. Yeah. The same old job. Listen can you send a tow truck? Yeah I know its late but come on. Yeah. Just take it to your place. I. She stopped hearing his voice offering to give her a ride. Ill come by as soon as I can for it. Thanks. Hanging up she turned to face him. Yeah. Actually that would be great. Ive gotta get home and relieve my babysitter. This would actually be great. I live just down that way, she pointed. Five blocks, turn left, you go.Why dont I just show you?
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

He smiled as they climbed into his car. It was an old run around, a relic of his student days, and he grimaced a little as he noticed the debris of old wrappers and other detritus. It was not just a signifier of his student days but also his time as a bachelor. Thankfully Elizabeth didn't seem to mind. They set off together, her directing and him trying to keep up. It was much like their work together in the office, actually, as Elizabeth told him what to do and where to go. They passed a couple of blocks, she jabbing her finger this way and that and he turning the wheel accordingly, until they arrived at her house. He pulled up to the curb and, suddenly struck by the idea, jumped out to help her out the door and onto the pavement. Here we are he said, a little redundantly, and smiled. It was small but not quite what he expected. The neighborhood was nice and, despite the heat of the day, the evening had turned a lot cooler making it remarkably pleasant to stand out on the sidewalk with her. Do you need anything else Elizabeth? he smiled, wanting to make the most of this opportunity to break some of the ice between them. Any errands I can run? He glanced over at the golden glow coming from the windows of the house. Need me to run the sitter home?
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

She wasnt trying to be too overbearing as she directed him towards her home. Still sometimes Elizabeth knew she could come across this way. Consicious of this fact, she tried to keep her voice soft. After all, he was doing her a huge favor by taking her home. In no time he was pulling alongside the curb, and before she could open her door, he was out of the car. She watched him come around and open her door. Though she thought it was strange, she offered him a smile as she climbed from the car. You didnt have to do that, but thanks. Thanks for everything really. My sitter actually lives within walking distance. Shes my sister. The door opened, and Cindy came running up to her quickly followed by Marissa sprinting yelling for her to stop. But its mommy! I know it! Elizabeth stopped scooping her up. Whoa there! You know youre not suppose to run towards the street. Yes mommy. The childs eyes wandered over to Oli. Thats the bad man mommy, she whispered. This is Mr. Reynolds. He works with me now. Oli this is Cindy. My daughter. Cindy wrapped her arms around her mothers neck squeezing tightly. I will take you up on ride into work tomorrow, if you dont mind. Ill find about my car during lunch tomorrow. Now if youll excuse me, I have to get this one inside and have a talk about running towards the street again. She nodded heading past her sister. Thanks Marissa. No problem, her sister replied starring at Oli. So youre the new guy in town huh? You work with her? Do her a favor. Stay away. Shes mending a broken heart, and some city man like you could set her back. It was a city man that broke her heart in the first place. At least he became one after living there a while. Just keep your distance. Her ex husband started ignoring her and their daughter. Spending more time at work. Jerk. Elizabeth tried to talk to him, to get him to spend more time with them. He was drinking most of the time when he was at home. He never listened. She caught him in bed with another woman. He got angry her finding him like that, confronting him. He hit her. More than once. She came back home to put him behind her and leave him the city he loved so much. So just keep the relationship about work. Got it?.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

He smiled, a little embarrassed, as the little kid ran out to greet her and pointed him out as the bad man from the supermarket. Hi Cindy he said, warmly, but the little child was already too absorbed in having her mother back for the evening to say anything else, and was happily led away to her telling off. He straightened up to shake hands with the sister, Marissa, but was blown away by what she had to say. It was a torrent of information, too much to process all at once, but it also made perfect sense. All he could do at the time was nod and smile a tight-lipped smile at Marissa. Got it he said softly and, after checking she didn't need driving home, got back in his car and drove away. He lay awake, that night, mulling over the events in his head. Poor Elizabeth. He knew, instinctively, that she wouldn't want his pity. Would hate him to think of her as vulnerable, or hurt, or something to be pitied. And he didn't pity her, not exactly. Actually he admired Elizabeth. Although her sister had warned him off he found his mind coming back again and again to Elizabeth's strong points. To have overcome something so...terrible...so earth-shattering, must have taken immense courage. Immense strength of character. To have left, as many women never brought themselves to do, and taken her child with her back home and, facing a knowing family, set up her own life... It was like he was seeing Elizabeth in a whole new light. He frowned to himself, lying there in the darkness, turning it over and over. Marissa was right. What Elizabeth Elders needed was a decent friend. His frown deepened. Actually what she had said, word for word, was to 'keep the relationship about work', but Oli found himself wanting to be closer to Elizabeth than that. There was something about her.... The next morning he was knocking on her door, bright and early, to pick her up. Hi there he smiled, genuinely pleased to see her, and holding a steaming cup of coffee in his hand. Got you this for the ride to work. Thought I couldn't possibly be the only one who needed a pick-me-up in the morning!
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

The morning was as hectic as they always were. Cindy running around with toast hanging from mouth, hair a mess, one sock on, no shoes, clothes that didnt match, all the while screaming and giggling because mommy was chasing around her the house while pulling her skirt up. Cant catch me! She chanted it, and innocent taunt from her young mouth. This was her routine every morning during week. On Saturdays she would always awaken to a little girl smiling in bed beside her. Hi mommy. Im hungry. I tried to make cereal. Ill clean it up. Looking into her face, there was no way Lizzie could be angry with her. She would always return the smile, tuck a strand of her blonde hair behind her ear and nod. Thats right. You will clean it up. There was no rush to get out of bed, to be anywhere, to do anything. Thats what made Saturday mornings her favorite. Today was no such luck. Cindy! Put your shoes on! Why mommy? Im not going outside. I wanna be barefoot, she declared taking a seat and peeling her socks off. No socks! No shoes! Lizzie sighed chasing after her with her own shoes in hand. Get back here you! Why do we have to do this every morning? You go to work every morning, the little girl teased. The knock at the door drew her attention away. Now what, she said heading to see who it could possibly be. As she opened it to see Oli standing there with coffee in hand, she smiled. You. Of course. How could I forget? My car isnt magically fixed overnight. Coffee. Yes. Youre right. Youre not the only one in need of it. Let me grab my purse, and we can go to work. Her sister making her way up the walkway heard the conversation, and as she pushed past him to enter the house, she spoke only to her sister. You need to put your shoes on too. Her eyes dropped to her feet, and she blushed. Oh yeah. I forgot. Slipping her shoes on, she grabbed the bag by the door. Bye Cindy! Bye mommy! Widening her eyes with yet another smile, she asks him, Are you ready now? Another day. She took the coffee from him and added, Thanks for all this by the way. You didnt have to do any of it.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

Oli grinned in at Cindy, seeing her working her shoes and socks off behind her mother's back, but was interrupted as Marissa shouldered her way past him without even a hello. He frowned. Clearly she had meant it last night - any sort of advances from him were unwelcome as far as she was concerned. But Oli had no idea what he wanted from Elizabeth yet and he wasn't quite willing to be warned off from something that might not even be anything. He smiled as she took the coffee from him and blushed at her lack of shoes. He chuckled. She was cute when she blushed, he realised suddenly, as the slender girl slipped her shoes on and straightened up to return his smile. They stood there, smiling at each other, for a moment or two before realising that they need to get going. He held the door open for her and, as Lizzie slipped into the passenger seat, winked at her. I warn you, I'm not normally this courteous! he teased. He settled into the driver's seat, glancing over his shoulder as he pulled out into the empty street. I think there's some cds in the glove he said to Lizzie with a smile. Mainly just some Indie stuff from my College days but there might be something worth listening to! He was curious about her taste in music. Curious, suddenly, about everything about this young woman. The ride to work was remarkably free of traffic and left them plenty of time to talk. You've got a real gem of a daughter he smiled over at Lizzie as they worked their way to the office she's a sweetheart. Makes me feel even worse about being such a bad man! he teased. He was about to say that her sister had told him everything last night when they pulled into the parking lot to see Mr Schuman flag them down. Oli rolled down the window. Power's out Mr Schuman said, gesturing at the darkened office. Power cables came down last night and the repairs will take all day. He smiled, friendly crinkles spreading across his face, Day off for you two he grinned at them. Have fun. They watched him walk off in stunned silence. Then Oli turned to Lizzie. You... he cleared his throat, feeling fifteen again, You fancy doing something Lizzie? It was the first time he'd used her shortened name, but it felt natural on his tongue. I can drop you back home but I don't know anyone in town. Fancy showing me the sights? We can take little Cindy and Marissa along too. Whatever you want.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

I forgot my shoes, she thought for a moment. What must he think of me? Lizzie was shocked at the fact that she even cared what he thought of her. This was just a ride to work. That was all. As she climbed into his car, she noticed the wink. The door closed, and her smile widened. Did he just wink at me? Nobody has done that in a long time. Her gaze meet his as he began to drive away. Youre not normally this courteous huh? Well then maybe I should take advantage of it. Looking over to him, she laughed. Im kidding. You know that right, she clarified as she reached for the glove. Im not one for indie. Never really listened to it actually. I like various types of music though. I actually use to play. Long time ago. Violin. It was just for fun, but everybody said I had talent. Ive been meaning to look for a new one. She was flattered when he mentioned Cindy. Thanks. Thats nice of you to say. He really was making her forget more and more about the parking lot that day. The bad man she saw that day was fading being replaced by the gentlemen that opens doors and offers rides to damsels in distress. Mr. Schuman outside at this hour was unusual. The man was more of a workaholic than anyone Lizzie knew. Including herself. She narrowed her eyes as they pulled up next to him. Powers out? I knew it was windy last night, but I didnt think it was that bad. Wow. Well, she stopped for a moment as she thought. Marissa is actually taking Cindy along with her today as she has some errands to run. Theyre planning on having lunch, and then shes going to take her to toy store to spoil her some. Real aunt and niece time. Id hate to infringe on that for those two. Lizzie gazed out the window as thunder cracks. Looks like the wind from last night may have just been the start of the storm that was brewing. Whatever we do we might have some rain. Im willing to chance it if you are. I can show you the gardens here. We have the biggest selection of flowers in the state there. Theres the aquarium as well. The park is nice. A big gazebo. Its a small town. Theres not too much to see, but.well.sure. Ill show you the sights.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

He couldn't help grinning as she spoke, glad to hear that they might have a chance to spend some time together. He didn't know what it was about Lizzie, but he found himself wanting their moments together to be more and more drawn out. She was...easy to get along with. Once she was a little off guard. He glanced over at her, as he pulled the car back out into the road and headed back to town. She was smiling out of the window at the cloudy sky. She really was pretty, he thought suddenly, her brown hair framing a kind face. He could understand why she'd put up walls around herself, given everything her sister had told him. Within fifteen minutes or so they were parked up by the gardens. It was, he had to admit, beautiful. Oli had been uncertain, really, about coming to such a small town. After everything that had happened in Chicago it had seemed the obvious place to start over, but really he'd picked Williamsvillle at random from a map. It was anywhere but Chicago for him, not a destination he'd chosen on its merits. But now it seemed to have charms all of its own. He enjoyed the flowers and trees of the gardens, intricately laid out by caring hands, and let Lizzie guide him through the paths and covered walkways. He couldn't help eyeing her up a little as they went, admiring the slight sway of her hips and the gentle swell of her breasts. He tried not to be obvious, not wanting to sour the time they were having together, but felt his eyes wander back to her of their own volition at every opportunity. This is real... he began, as they reached the far gate of the gardens when a large drop of rain landed smack bang on his forehead. Then the heavens opened. Rain splattered down in huge sheets and he grabbed Lizzie by the hand and ran across the road with her, not stopping until they were under the shelter of the gazebo they'd past earlier. He stopped, panting, and grinned at her. Lucky escape he said.
Thread: Something Ordinary (Reydan & Andnich123)

Lizzie couldnt believe she was doing this, spending the day with this man she just met yesterday. Their encounter in the parking lot really couldnt be counted as they barely spoke. Only just yesterday, when he walked into the office, and she began the task of training him, did she really start to know him. He was a good worker, diligent and determined to learn and perform the job. She had to commend his work ethic. His car reminded her of a college student barely scraping by with no time to tend the job of cleaning up. Still he kept it in working order, and he was kind. Yeah. He was kind. He had offered her a ride home and to take her to work. He even had nice things to say about her daughter. He seemed to be truly attempting to make amends for his behavior that first day they laid eyes on each other. It didnt hurt that he had a nice smile. Lizzie shook her head grinning as she gazed out of the window on the way to the gardens. When did I notice his smile? He is a happy sort, and he does smile a lot. She looked over stealing a glance at the man as he drove closer to their destination. Alright. So hes not that bad of a guy. There. I thought it, and it scared her that she did. As they got to the gardens, she climbed out along with him. Once inside, she pointed out all the highlights the gardens had to offer including the gazebo. She told him of the rich history of the ground there, the first settlers of this small town, and the importance of the gazebo. From how town proclamations were made from that platform to the fact there was one small area on the gazebo floor that was actually made from the original boards. Preserved for all future generations to come and see as a part of their towns history, she showed him the spot with her own town pride beaming. The flowers were beautiful, as always. He turned to speak to her, and her eyes met his. Before he could even finish, a downpour of rain was released upon them. His hand took her own, and she closed her fingers, grasping his hand in return. The gazebo offered them shelter from the storm, and as they came to rest under it, she rested against the railing panting to catch her breath. The storm was so strong dumping massive amounts of rain around them. They couldnt see far from beyond their safe place from the rain. Looks like were stuck here for a while, she told him as the music still played on the speaker system throughout the gardens. Rain dripped from her nose as she turned to face to him. So. Any ideas now?