Something New Every Day Pt 3 Small Date

[Authors note - Big shout out to my fellow Authors Leoblade and Phantom. You guys are the best!]

Everyone had a lot of things to discuss about their day and experiences. The girls were very excited about the things they were learning and experiencing.

Walt explained their new training schedule would begin in ernest tomorrow. They'd have at least two or three classes a week in each course until completion as their instructors time allowed. They'd also have rest day's for recovery and study. He told them all how pleased he was from their instructors reports. They'd all taken instruction well and been attentive and helpful with each other. If they kept it up They'd do something to celebrate.

"Like a party?" Penny asked excitedly.

Walt chuckled. That's right Penny enjoyed parties with friends as much as learning with her friends. "Sure," he said. "There might even be a cake!"

Penny was super excited now!

Walt looked at the time. It had been a long day and the girls looked tired. "Kali, Lifts-Her-Tail why don't you take tonight off. I think it'll do you both good to relax this evening. The other ladies too."

Lifts-Her-Tail bowed. "Thank you, Master. That's very considerate of you."

"I dont mind, Walter," Kali said. "But what about dinner? I don't want you to have to cook for all of us."

Walt smiled. "Actually I love cooking, especially for others and people I care about, but I was thinking I'd order us pizzas and go pick it up since I brought the truck with me. That way you all can go home and relax and I'll be along with dinner for all of us a little after that."

"I don't know, Walter..." she said." Didn't you say the other day we had the ingredients at home for that anyway? It seems like a waste..."

Walt smiled. That's a housewife for you. It was a bit nonsensical to worry about the expenses but it was charming. He decided to use his ace in the hole. He stretched turning around. "I was thinking I could pick up a few with anchovies on them specificly for you feline ladies, since you enjoyed the trout so much the other day. But if you think it's a bad idea..."

He could feel four pairs of hungry eyes on him at the mention of fish. When he turned back he saw Ahnassi's tail swaying happily, while Blake and Sienna drooled. Kali's eyes gleamed as she took Walter's hand. "Did I say that? Must be all the exhaustion and excitement of the day making me babble! Please don't take it seriously! You always have such excellent ideas Walter!"

Behind them the others laughed including Cover-Girl and Rally. He didn't dare take Ahnassi along to pick up the fishy pizza's. He looked at Pyrrha and was about to ask her-

*This is your chance, Pyrrha Nikos! Be bold!* she thought as she raised her hand. "May I come along and assist you with your errand, Walt?"

Walt was surprised she beat him too asking. "Actually I was about to ask if you'd like to join me. Yes. I'd like that, Pyrrha!"

Cover-Girl and Rally looked at each other and pulled Walt aside.

"You need a team like yesterday, Boss man." Rally pointed pointed out.

Cover-Girl nodded. "Rallys right, you need someone watching your back."

Walt sighed. Of course everyone on base has heard about the other day by now. "Look nothing happened. And the other day with Neo, I asked for "a" team, singular, to watch our backs. They sent three teams plus an air support and extraction team standing by. It was over kill! You know how many years I worked solo with little to no support?! Besides it's just one stop and then back here and home. Piece of cake or rather pizza, in this case."

"I don't know..." Rally started.

"I know how much you like pizza. I'll pick you up a pie. My treat."

"I'm in!" Rally said.

Cover-Girl rolled her eyes. "Some agent you are, Vincent. Bought by food!"

Walt ignored her protests and turned to Cover-Girl. "We leave ASAP. They'll dispatch one team to cover us. We'll stick to public places that aren't crowded. We're back in 30 minutes or less with pizza. I'll buy you a pie too. Least I can do for you two watching the girls today. Hell, we'll be back with the pizza before you two get back from the ranch, Courtney."

She didn't like it but she could see his point. Boss man didn't like being fussed over even though he was very important. But he was the Boss.

She smiled and winked. "I have no idea what you're talking about? Rally and I have orders to chauffeur the ladies around today. I like Tomato Bruschetta Pizza, by the way."

"And I like the Special!" Said Rally.

"Got it! Looks like we have our mission. Stick to your story and take them home, ladies." They saluted each other and unofficial mission "pizza pie" was a go.

Walt waved Pyrrha over and they went to the truck where he opened the door for her. She giggled, "Why thank you, kind Sir."

He rushed around the truck to get into the drivers side. "You're very welcome. Friday monitor Command and if they ask tell them they're authorized "one" team only. They try anything else. Shut it down."

(("Understood Boss. Do you wish me to place an order for pickup?"))

He looked at Pyrrha. "In a rush or shall we take a little time?"

Pyrrha blinked while inside she was excited. He was asking her what she wanted! Did she want to spend more time with him? "I think I'd quite enjoy taking our time!" She smiled and lightly touched his arm.

Walt felt happy seeing her smile at him like that. He smiled too and put his hand on hers. "I think I'd like that too, Pyrrha!" Then he grinned. "Let's go!"

She laughed. "You're up to something aren't you?"

He fired up the truck and winked mischievously. "Maybe." He joined in laughing. "I'll tell you after we clear the gate."

There was a lot of confusion at the gate but the sentries knew who signed their checks and they got through quickly enough. Walt let Friday handle commands requests for sitrep while he explained yesterday's fiasco to Pyrrha.

Walt smiled and remembering how much she enjoyed music Walt had Friday fire up music. Friday started playing Randy Crawford "Streetlife".

She actually understood quite well. "People put you on a pedestal like that too. I know how frustrating and lonely that can be."

Walt nodded. "It can be but I realized something about that a long time ago."

Pyrrha was intrigued. "Oh? What's your secret then?"

He looked at her smiled. "I just get off the pedestal. Just like this. Just because they try to put me there, doesn't mean I have to stay on the damn thing if I don't want too."

Pyrrha is shocked. "Just like that? "Just get off the pedestal."?"

Walt nodded. "Just like that."

"I'd never thought about it that way before... but it seems so obvious, now." She says.

Pyrrha smiled thinking it over a long while until the end of the song. "I can get off the pedestal anytime I want too, can't I?"

Friday started playing Johnny Cash "Satisfied Mind".

"Sure can," walt said.

"You think I can?" She asked looking over.

Walt reached over and took her hand giving it a squeeze. "I think you can do anything you want too, Pyrrha."

Phyrra smiled. His hand felt nice. Reassuring. She looked over at him listening to the song. "Thank you, Walt."

He looked over at her and smiled back. "You're very welcome, Pyrrha."

Friday started playing "Claudia's Theme -Version 8"

Walt was about to question Friday's "random" musical selections today but then he felt Pyrrha slide close and forgot all about it. He did love this tune. He loved this moment. He kind of didn't want it to end just yet.

Pyrrha was thinking the same thing. She suddenly wished this trip was longer deep in her heart. She knew this moment would end eventually and soon... but not now. Just a little longer.

They drove on in silence. Walt saw their destination as the song was nearing it's end. He drove past the turn and kept going until the song ended.

"Friday?"

(("Yes, Boss?"))

"I, uh..."

Pyrrha looked up at Walt. That pause wasn't normally like him.

He looked down at her and nodded.

"It seems like I missed the turn back there. Play that one, one more time, please?"

(("Of course, Sir."))

Pyrrha was so happy. He didn't want this moment to end either, just yet. She laid her head on his shoulder. "Walt?"

"Yes, Pyrrha?"

"Can we take the long way?"

Walt smiled. She felt the same way.

"Yes, Pyrrha."

He held the door open for Pyrrha and they entered one of the best pizza places around. Ninja Turtles Pizza. They were pretty busy as usual. Actually they were packed. Approaching the counter he saw the brothers happily doing one of things they did best. Leo slicing the ingredients, Ralph pounding the dough, Mikey was tossing pizza pies and Donnie was working the counter. "Hey Donnie!"

Donnie looked up and they bumped fists. "Walt! Good to see ya! Thanks for that huge order to Rein Corp awhile back and the huge tip!"

Walt shook his head. "No, no. Seriously it was big help! Thank you boys for coming through in a pinch!"

Donnie grinned. "No problem! Picking up an order?" He looked. "That's unusual... I don't see anything with your name on it..."

Walt laughed shaking his head and put his arm around Pyrrha. "Last minute decision to treat my family. Also felt like taking our time so we're placing an order now and then hanging out either here or in the park."

Pyrrha blushed but laughed happily at Walts words and held out her fist like Walt had. "Hi Donnie! I'm Pyrrha."

Donnie happily fist bumps Pyrrha. "A pleasure to meet you! So you all are on a date? That's awesome! What can we get you?"

Pyrrha blushed. This wasn't a date. Was this a date? Walt nodded and said,"We are," and placed the orders for several pizza's, some with extra anchovies, while her jaw dropped. He considers this a date! But they're just getting pizza! Then again running errands the other day with Neo was a "date" too!

"Pyrrha."

Should she correct them?

"Pyrrha?"

Did she want to correct them?

"Pyrrha!"

She looked up to see them both looking at her. "Did you want anything special or something to drink while we wait? Donnie says it'll take a bit because they're swamped. Seriously at this rate yall are going to need another location."

Donnie nods. "Don't I know it!"

Pyrrha says, "A water would be nice, thank you."

"Make that two." Walt paid generously tipping up front.

"Aww, seriously Dude. That's way too much! It'll take at least thirty minutes. Sorry for the wait."

Walt shook his head. "You boys are worth every cent and damn good pizza is worth the wait too. That's why you're slammed. Don't rush perfection on my account. We'll go wait in the park for 35 or 40 minutes." He takes Pyrrha's hand and winks at Donnie who grins.

"Alright. See you in a bit!"

"Later Donnie! Later Leo, Mikey, Ray!"

"It was nice to meet you!" Pyrrha told them.

"Later Walt and Pyrrha!"

Walt took Pyrrha by the hand and over to the park to wait. It wasn’t a part of the 3S Protected Parks Program but it was nice. Benches, trees, a playground and such. Small but the municipality seemed to be taking good care of it.

Pyrrha was happy but nervous. "Is this really a date, Walt?"

Walt smiled. "Only if that's something you want, Pyrrha. I'd like it if it was but if you aren't comfortable with that it can be a friend date." Walt blushed a little but nodded, squeezing her hand. "I enjoy your company and spending time with you, just like this. Whatever "this" is, it's special to me. So thank you, Pyrrha."

Pyrrha was blushing but smiling happily. "I feel the same way! When we're together there's just a feeling I get that wells up from inside. Being with you makes me feel good and happy and excited but also relaxed and at ease and comfortable. Sometimes all at the same time."

She looks down. "But also nervous. It's new... all of it. For example this. I've never been on a date before now."

Walt's surprised. "Never? But surely..."

Pyrrha shakes her head. "Never." She sighs. "I accompanied "dates" to events and social functions. Fans who won "meet and greet" contests, important sponsors and other figures... even the Prom was more of a social function than an actual date." She looks sad. "I once thought... I thought someday we... that he and I might..."

Walt could see it was bothering her and he didn't want that. Not for her. Not for them. Not this time. "That settles it then. This is a date! What's something you always wanted to do on a date, Pyrrha?" He looked down and lifted their hands. "I mean we're already holding hands, strolling through the park and talking about feelings and sharing with one another. You can cross three things off the list of "date" stuff to do already."

Pyrrha was ecstatic! He was right they were already doing so many things and it felt so natural! And he was willing to do more with her. No. She could see it in his eyes and the way he smiled at her. He wanted to do more with her! Maybe this was easier than she thought! "You're right again! Alright... what's another date thing we can do?" She saw the swings. "Oh! Could we try that?"

Walt looked. "The swings? Is that what you want?"

Phyrra nodded. "Is that alright?"

Walt grinned and started for the swings. "You better believe it's alright! Come on. Let's hit the swings!"

Pyrrha laughed with delight as he pulled her to the playground. She explained how she'd never really had time to play when she was younger as her talents as a prodigy had blossomed. So Walt pushed her on the swings.

It started nice and gently but soon she was getting the hang of it and urging him for more. She laughed and laughed as each time he pushed her just a little higher. She honestly wasn't sure exactly why it was fun, but it was. Surely with the strength, reflexs and agility he possessed he could just pick her up and toss her in the air and catch her repeatedly. And while the thought of being picked up gave her a bit of a small thrill, she doubted being tossed would be like this. A smooth gentle but increasingly powerful repetition that was comfortable and exciting. Playful. His hands catching and releasing her.

She told him he should try the swings but he shook his head. He was too big and afraid he'd break them. He wouldn't want that. "Besides I'm having fun, Pyrrha. I'm doing exactly what I want to."

She could tell he meant that. He was having fun playing with her.She wanted to do more. She looked at him and asked, "Since we just did something I wanted to do is there something you want to do, then?"

Walt consulted the time. Looking around and thinking he came up with an idea. "There is something I want to do with you! Come on!" He started leading her towards the Gazebo.

It was empty and nobody was using it. "Walt, I don't see anything to do over here."

He smiled. "It's not something you "see" but "hear" and feel. Friday, use both of our phones and play me Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong "Cheek to Cheek", please?"

(("Of course, Walt"))

As the music started he took her hand and gave a small bow. "May I have this dance, Pyrrha?"

She flushed but laughed. She loved dancing as much as she loved music! "I'd like that very much, Walt!"

Grinning he took her hand and they started dancing. She wasn't surprised that he was a very good dancer. Neither was he surprised at her skill.

Pyrrha found she was enjoing this even more. This was that closeness that she enjoyed when they were together. The music was soft and lively. She heard the lyrics and looked at him her eyes widening. He had specifically asked Friday to play this. Was he trying to tell her something? She found she was hoping he was. She drew closer to him.

Walt smiled at her as she got even closer. Now they're pressed against each other. He could feel her heartbeat and he was sure she could hear his. But she was smiling too! He was glad he'd guessed correctly and she was enjoying this. He was too!

The song ended and Friday started playing Debussy "2 Arabesques, L. 66: I. Andantino con moto" as they danced now. They could feel the closeness and the intimacy of the moment. Their heartbeats quickened and pulses raced but they felt good, happy together. Sharing their happiness with each other. This was another magical moment they didn't want to end.

But it did as the piece reached it's conclusion. Friday didn't play another. It was time to go pick up dinner.

Neither of them moved away standing close like that. Pyrrha actual pulled him closer as she felt him do the same to her. She laid her head against his chest. Listening to his heartbeat. He held her tight.

They stayed like that for awhile before finally, slowly separating. They didn't say anything as they left the park, holding hands to go get pizza.

They listened to music the whole way home.

[Walter Stark Penny Polendina F.R.I.D.A.Y Neopolitan Pyrrha Nikos Blake Belladonna Kali Belladonna Sienna Khan Ahnassi and Lifts-Her-Tail

Will Return In

Something New Every Day Pt 4 Evening

Coming Soon]