18 LONDON, 2021 AD
Bewildered, Jake peered at Alice over his scrumptious roast turbot, shaved ceps and Bearnaise sauce, trying to understand what was happening. They’d eaten their way through exquisite starters and most of the main course and she hadn’t asked a single question. From the start of their relationship, he had considered her a very attractive receptionist with a sharp wit and an interesting hobby – nothing more. Gazing at her in these luxurious surroundings, he saw someone different – mysterious. Why the choice of such a plush restaurant? Wasn’t it extravagant for one with a desk job?
“She met his eyes and smiled, “What?”
“I was wondering why you chose such an elegant and…” he hesitated, not wishing to be crass… “costly place to eat?”
“I thought it perfect for an evening th
