Undeniably Claimed

Chapter 7: Deals

"Right this way Mr. Sanford"

Luca gave a tight lip smile to the host nodding as his hand went to the small of Sophia's back. He felt his palm get sweaty against the fabric of her shirt. Luckily she couldn't see how nervous he actually was. He allowed Sophia to walk slightly in front of him as the hostess weaved her way through the restaurant. 

His father brought him here many times and enjoyed the privacy it allowed. It was upscale with a 50's feel to it. The restaurant had dark velvet carpet with soft lighting. Each table had marble tops to them. His mother felt the place was stiff but because his father liked it so much she never told him.

"The waiter will be out momentarily"

Blinking he realizes they have made it to the table. He is quick to pull out the chair that Sophia was standing by. He watched as a beautiful blush blossomed up her neck. He had to resist the urge to smirk. Luca smiled taking a seat across from her as they picked up the menus. With his many ventures to the restaurant, he already knew what he would want however wanted an excuse to appear over the menu at the beauty's face. It was cute how she bit her bottom lip when she was contemplating with herself. She had a slight tilt to her head as if she was confused. 

Her eyes snap to him making him realize he was staring far too long. Instead of shying away he continues. She didn't appear to be intimidated by him which was a nice change. She appeared to be searching for something. The look made him second guess himself, it unnerved him how easily he felt she could see him... the real him. 

"May I start you off with some drinks?"

They both turned to the waiter standing beside the table. His eyes are looking at both of them with a polite smile. Luca sighed thankful for the reprieve from her gaze. The waiter turned to her first, she gently told him a water. Luca decided to order a whiskey on the rocks with a water. The waiter bowed slightly saying he would be back for their order. Turning his gaze back to the vixen in front of him, he can't help but feel his blood pump slightly faster. 

"Thank you for inviting me out for lunch."

She smiles nodding, "Well thank you for showing me this beautiful restaurant."

Her hands gesturing around as her eyes wander the décor. He took the moment to really look at her. Her long auburn hair having a slight glow from the light reflecting off of it. Her lightly pink lips that were being assaulted again by her teeth. She seems to always be chewing on it. The freckles that were speckled over the length of her face. It was her eyes however that always seemed so curious. The light emerald color with long lashes to frame them as they continued their exploration until once again finding him. 

Luca cleared his throat looking down at his hands for a moment. A soft giggle making his eyes snap to her again. She had a gentle smile on her lips as she leaned forward in her chair. Her auburn locks moving as she leaned before she ran her fingers through them. 

"Tell me about you Mr. Sanford"

"First off, it's Luca... please" His voice coming off hard but softening as he pleaded. She bit her lip again making his eyes follow the movement. "How bout a game of questions?"

She grinned nodding as the waiter came back with their drinks. Luca was happy the server was professional and didn't linger. Sophia surprised him as she order a cheeseburger. With wide eyes he ordered the steak for himself. He was not expecting her to order something like that with all the choices on the menu. Seeing his face, she shrugged and simply said 'You only live once.'

"Can I go first?!" Sophia said practically bouncing in her seat. The action making Luca smile as a chuckle escaped. His reaction made her smile widen as her eyes lit up.