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It had been almost three hours since Marcus had had dinner with Mariam Walstein and Travis Buckner...and man oh man was it one he was never going to forget. Travis had spilled the beans to both Marcus and Mariam about how he had been using them, pretty much from day one to be better then every one in the FBA. Marcus was, to be sure, more then shocked to learn about this. But he saw how much Travis was regretting it, and true to his positive nature the Otter made it perfectly clear that he had forgiven the Koala.
Now Marcus was wearing a smart dinner suit as he had arranged another date with Mercedes, but this time she was meeting him at the restaurant. The 6'5 Otter fumbled with something in his pocket nervously as though he was making sure it was still there. It was more like he was using it to make sure he went through with his plan rather then backing out like so many parts of his mind were screaming at him to. Of course he wasn't alone...Mariam and Travis had offered to go along with him to help spur him on for what he was about to do...not that they were in obvious sight of course, the two of them were already in the restaurant in disguise. Marcus was on the verge of sweating through his shirt and he had to once again reapply the deodorant that he had brought with him...he was certain that by the time his Girlfriend arrived he'd be surrounded by a visible cloud of the fresh smelling spray.
Finally Mercedes arrived and she was once again wearing that Red dress she got on Valentines day. She truly was a vision to behold, even more so in that dress. As she got out of the Taxi she saw him and he saw her face light up with that Smile of hers that just made his heart melt.
"Hi babe" she said as waved and then made her way over to him. As she got closer Marcus put on a brave face and took his hand out of his pocket. She arrived in front of him and he said in as posh an accent as he could muster "Would the divine Lady like to accompany this humble Otter into this fine establishment?" Mercedes couldn't help but giggle at him as he did that and as he offered her his arm to cling to as they entered. As they approached the Head Waiter, a Finch, he looked up and smiled. "Good evening Sir and Madam, welcome to Romeo's" he said with a obviously fake french accent. "Do you have a reservation?" Marcus smiled and gave a quick nod.
"Yes we do it's under the name Knight" the head waiter look through his book and found the name.
"Ah yes right here. If you would care to follow me I'll lead you to your table." The head waiter then rang a little bell signaling for someone to take his place, while he attended the Otter couple. They arrived at the table and Marcus, being the gentleman he is pulled out Mercedes chair for her and pushed it in once she sat down, he then took his seat across from her.
The head Waiter still smiling said "Now if you just wait a moment I shall return with your menus." As he left Marcus was taking in the view of the restaurant, it certainly lived up to his reputation as the most romantic restaurant in Austin. He looked this way and that and then he spotted a Koala sitting in a corner with a overly elaborate Texan cowboy outfit. The one thing that gave Travis away was the fake mustache. Marcus recognized it as the one Kinny had given the Koala so long ago. Then in just as odd disguise was Mariam done up as a businessman...businessMAN. Marcus had to resist to urge to totally face palm at their disguises as Mercedes was saying something.
"I'm sorry hun, what were you saying?" Marcus said as he didn't quite catch what Mercedes had been saying. Mercedes sighed and repeated herself with a little chuckle.
"I was just saying how amazing this place is. How did you find it?" She asked once again. Marcus smiled as he held up his Ophone, the same one he won at the Walstein family reunion he had been invited too. The same reunion where he first met Mercedes.
"I just looked for romantic Restaurants and this place was at the very top of the list" he said as he showed her the list displayed on his phone. "Of course I didn't pick it because it's at the top. I read the reviews of all top ten and this was the Best." As he put his phone back in his inside pocket the head waiter returned with the menus'.
"Now just take a look and think about what you would like to order. Once you're ready, simply request a waiter and they shall take care of your order." he said and then left once again to see to another couple.
As Marcus looked over the Menu he silently thanked as many divine beings he could think of that he had a particular liking for Italian food. His eyes searching the starters Menu until he came to something he like the sound of. "I think I'm gonna have the Fried Ravioli for starters. What about you Hun?" he said as he started looking for a Main course. Mercedes had already found what she wanted too. "Oh I think I'll have the Parmesan fish fingers. Those sound great". After a little while Marcus and Mercedes had both picked out what they what they both were going to order. So Marcus held his arm up in the Air and soon enough a waiter came over to see to them "So" the waiter said as she got her notepad "What do you two plan in having tonight?" Marcus looked to Mercedes and she gave him a nod to order their meals for them.
"Well for starters I will have an order of Fried Ravioli and my girlfriend will have the Parmesan fish fingers." the waiter dutifully wrote down everything Marcus said. This went on till Marcus had recited everything they wanted to eat from starter to desert. Then the waiter asked "And what would you like to drink tonight?" Marcus had already chosen that too.
"I think we'll have the Barolo Serradenari please" The waiter put her pencil away and gave a smile. and said "OK we'll get those out to you as soon as we they're ready"
The starters soon arrived and Marcus and Mercedes dug in. Between mouthfuls of the starters the two Otters spoke about what they had been doing during the day, with Marcus telling her about what Travis had told Mariam and himself. It took some doing to convince 6'2 Neotropical River Otter not to go and give a certain Koala a big serving of Knuckle sandwich. She was still smoldering when she said she needed to excuse herself for a minute. After she did Travis came over and sat in the chair opposite his friend "So what exactly did she say just then?" the fake mustache Travis wore wiggled as he spoke in an old school comedic way and Marcus couldn't help but laugh. "Well" he said while fidgeting with a bread stick "I'll put it this way, I steer clear of her for a little while if I were you" He could see the grey fur on Travis go even paler which was odd to look at really.
"Was she really that mad?"
"You Kidding? She wanted to beat the living snot out of you. But don't worry I think I managed to calm her down. She's a very protective lady." Marcus said with a smile. Travis could really see how much Marcus was in love with the Mercedes and decided to do his part.
"So, you're still gonna do it right? You're not planning on backing down are you?"
"What are you talking about?" Marcus scoffed.
"I saw you outside before she got here. You were more nervous then you were back at the fucking draft!" Marcus couldn't argue with his friend. He really was nervous "Well can you blame me? This is a big step I'm trying to take. How can I not be nervous" Travis nodded. He knew for a fact he'd be nervous if he'd be in the same spot. "Well don't forget that's why Mariam and I are here, We've got your back" As Travis was sat there Mercedes exited the bathroom and saw some strange guy sitting across from her boyfriend. 'what the hell?' she thought as she made her way over to the table. Marcus saw her coming with mixed shock and concern "She's coming! You'd better go man" Travis turned and saw Mercedes walking their way. She looked more confused then angry thankfully. Travis knew that the female Otter was a Martial arts instructor and he did not want to get on her bad side. As she got closer Travis put on a overly southern accent as he got up "Well Sheeoot If'n yall change your mahnd you know who ta call" as he passed Mercedes and gave her an "Evenin Ma'am" and he made his way back to where he sat earlier. Mercedes took her seat again and look at Marcus with total confusion.
"Who the heck was that weirdo?" Marcus then realized that Travis had left him to think up a cover story for the reason the strange cowboy was talking to him 'thanks Travis' he thought to himself.
"Oh that was just some designer...uh he said He thought I would look great in a...uh... pair of his underwear." 'what the fuck did I just say!?!'
Mercedes thought about it for a few seconds "Well you do have that kind of Underwear model look to you. But he should know you've retired from that line of work."
"That's what I said to him just before you got back" He finished his starter as did Mercedes "So...you're not still angry at Travis are you?" Mercedes kinda slumped in her chair at the question "Well I'm not happy...But If you can forgive him, then so can I." Marcus smiled and took one of her hands in his
"That's my girl".
The waiter arrived soon after with the Main courses and the wine they had ordered. Mercedes had Broiled Salmon Pesto, while Marcus had Basil and Prosciutto-wrapped Halibut. This meal was eaten uninterrupted the two Otters laughing together as they discussed their daily lives and shared funny stories. The Piano was playing now and it just added to the perfect romantic atmosphere Marcus wanted. Of course it wasn't long before Marcus himself had to relieve himself and he left the table and headed to the rest room. Marcus found himself an empty urinal and took his position when another customer entered and took the urinal right next to him Marcus suddenly realized that this was actually Mariam "WHAT THE Mmpphh" he didn't finish his out burst as she clamped his muzzle shut with her hands. "Shhhhh" she said as she let go of the Otters mouth. It only took a few seconds for Marcus to let himself relax despite the fact that his female friend and teammate was right next to him in the mens restroom. "What the hell are you doing in here?! I'm trying to take care of some business right now!"
"I know and I'm really sorry. Normally I wouldn't do this, you know that, but I couldn't get you alone out there. I just want to know. when are you gonna do it? The main course is almost over You're kinda running out of time" Marcus let out a small sigh. He knew that they were here to help spur him on just in case, but this was going too far.
"Look, I've got it all planned out." He said with a great amount of conviction "After we've had desert I'll do it. Don't panic...now would you please...GET OUT!!!"
Mariam was out the door faster then she knew she could run. Of course all the restaurant patrons saw is a businessman follow a pro basketball player into the men's room and then run out in a hurry. Looking at the confused patrons which included Mercedes, who was kinda giving the man Mariam was disguised as an evil eye. Putting on as masculine voice as she could Mariam said "Sorry about that all...just a BIG misunderstanding." Mercedes kept her eyes on the strange Buffalo businessman until Marcus returned. They finished their Maine Course and the dessert arrived soon after.
This time Mercedes and Marcus had ordered the same thing. A nice big serving of Creamy Chocolate Gelato. Which to two of them shared. At one point Marcus got some of the chocolate ice cream on his nose. Mercedes giggled and lightly kissed it off for him. After the Gelato was all finished and Mercedes and Marcus were both done cleaning off their spoons. Mercedes sighed. "What's wrong love?" Marcus asked. His concern plain to see. She looked at him and sighed again "Oh Marcus nothing's wrong." She said. "This was probably the best night of my life...but now it's coming to an end" Marcus smiled at his love and said in a confident tone "My dear this night has only just started" He got up and walked around to her side of the table and Offered her his hand she took it and he helped her up. Then oddly he led her straight to the middle of the restaurant. Then he took both her hands in his.
"Mercedes, I've been in love with you since the moment we first met back at your family's reunion. Now not one moment passes by when I'm not thinking about you. And I want more then anything to spend the rest of my life with you." At that he got down on one knee and pulled a box out of his pocket and holding it up with one hand he opened it with the other, relieving a beautiful engagement bracelet. ((Otter's are unable to wear rings due to their webbing so they used bracelets instead of rings.)) It was silver and engraved with beautiful patterns and it had the expected indentation for the final piece that would be added at the wedding ceremony. "Mercedes Rosa Walstein...will you marry me?" Mercedes was speechless as he continued to kneel in front of her. With the eyes of everyone in the restaurant on the Otter couple. Finally Mercedes found her voice "Oh...Marcus I....Yes...YES!" She practically shouted. Marcus smiled and with joyful tears in his eyes slipped the bracelet onto her wrist then stood up to be face to face with her. Mercedes soon enough had her arms around him with and was now passionately kissing her new fiancé while Marcus himself was returning the kiss with the same passion to his new fiancée. The entire restaurant applauded the two Otters. The Kiss Lasted a few more seconds before they both parted still smiling. Meanwhile Mairam and Travis had ditched their disguises and joined in congratulating the Otters. Mercedes saw the other two Lone Stars and it finally dawned on her why the Businessman and the Texan Cowboy had looked so familiar and she couldn't help but laugh along with the rest of them. Marcus and Mercedes had only just begun the long journey they would take to become Husband and Wife, but both knew without a shadow of a doubt, It was one they would never regret.
The End.
^_^
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Now Marcus was wearing a smart dinner suit as he had arranged another date with Mercedes, but this time she was meeting him at the restaurant. The 6'5 Otter fumbled with something in his pocket nervously as though he was making sure it was still there. It was more like he was using it to make sure he went through with his plan rather then backing out like so many parts of his mind were screaming at him to. Of course he wasn't alone...Mariam and Travis had offered to go along with him to help spur him on for what he was about to do...not that they were in obvious sight of course, the two of them were already in the restaurant in disguise. Marcus was on the verge of sweating through his shirt and he had to once again reapply the deodorant that he had brought with him...he was certain that by the time his Girlfriend arrived he'd be surrounded by a visible cloud of the fresh smelling spray.
Finally Mercedes arrived and she was once again wearing that Red dress she got on Valentines day. She truly was a vision to behold, even more so in that dress. As she got out of the Taxi she saw him and he saw her face light up with that Smile of hers that just made his heart melt.
"Hi babe" she said as waved and then made her way over to him. As she got closer Marcus put on a brave face and took his hand out of his pocket. She arrived in front of him and he said in as posh an accent as he could muster "Would the divine Lady like to accompany this humble Otter into this fine establishment?" Mercedes couldn't help but giggle at him as he did that and as he offered her his arm to cling to as they entered. As they approached the Head Waiter, a Finch, he looked up and smiled. "Good evening Sir and Madam, welcome to Romeo's" he said with a obviously fake french accent. "Do you have a reservation?" Marcus smiled and gave a quick nod.
"Yes we do it's under the name Knight" the head waiter look through his book and found the name.
"Ah yes right here. If you would care to follow me I'll lead you to your table." The head waiter then rang a little bell signaling for someone to take his place, while he attended the Otter couple. They arrived at the table and Marcus, being the gentleman he is pulled out Mercedes chair for her and pushed it in once she sat down, he then took his seat across from her.
The head Waiter still smiling said "Now if you just wait a moment I shall return with your menus." As he left Marcus was taking in the view of the restaurant, it certainly lived up to his reputation as the most romantic restaurant in Austin. He looked this way and that and then he spotted a Koala sitting in a corner with a overly elaborate Texan cowboy outfit. The one thing that gave Travis away was the fake mustache. Marcus recognized it as the one Kinny had given the Koala so long ago. Then in just as odd disguise was Mariam done up as a businessman...businessMAN. Marcus had to resist to urge to totally face palm at their disguises as Mercedes was saying something.
"I'm sorry hun, what were you saying?" Marcus said as he didn't quite catch what Mercedes had been saying. Mercedes sighed and repeated herself with a little chuckle.
"I was just saying how amazing this place is. How did you find it?" She asked once again. Marcus smiled as he held up his Ophone, the same one he won at the Walstein family reunion he had been invited too. The same reunion where he first met Mercedes.
"I just looked for romantic Restaurants and this place was at the very top of the list" he said as he showed her the list displayed on his phone. "Of course I didn't pick it because it's at the top. I read the reviews of all top ten and this was the Best." As he put his phone back in his inside pocket the head waiter returned with the menus'.
"Now just take a look and think about what you would like to order. Once you're ready, simply request a waiter and they shall take care of your order." he said and then left once again to see to another couple.
As Marcus looked over the Menu he silently thanked as many divine beings he could think of that he had a particular liking for Italian food. His eyes searching the starters Menu until he came to something he like the sound of. "I think I'm gonna have the Fried Ravioli for starters. What about you Hun?" he said as he started looking for a Main course. Mercedes had already found what she wanted too. "Oh I think I'll have the Parmesan fish fingers. Those sound great". After a little while Marcus and Mercedes had both picked out what they what they both were going to order. So Marcus held his arm up in the Air and soon enough a waiter came over to see to them "So" the waiter said as she got her notepad "What do you two plan in having tonight?" Marcus looked to Mercedes and she gave him a nod to order their meals for them.
"Well for starters I will have an order of Fried Ravioli and my girlfriend will have the Parmesan fish fingers." the waiter dutifully wrote down everything Marcus said. This went on till Marcus had recited everything they wanted to eat from starter to desert. Then the waiter asked "And what would you like to drink tonight?" Marcus had already chosen that too.
"I think we'll have the Barolo Serradenari please" The waiter put her pencil away and gave a smile. and said "OK we'll get those out to you as soon as we they're ready"
The starters soon arrived and Marcus and Mercedes dug in. Between mouthfuls of the starters the two Otters spoke about what they had been doing during the day, with Marcus telling her about what Travis had told Mariam and himself. It took some doing to convince 6'2 Neotropical River Otter not to go and give a certain Koala a big serving of Knuckle sandwich. She was still smoldering when she said she needed to excuse herself for a minute. After she did Travis came over and sat in the chair opposite his friend "So what exactly did she say just then?" the fake mustache Travis wore wiggled as he spoke in an old school comedic way and Marcus couldn't help but laugh. "Well" he said while fidgeting with a bread stick "I'll put it this way, I steer clear of her for a little while if I were you" He could see the grey fur on Travis go even paler which was odd to look at really.
"Was she really that mad?"
"You Kidding? She wanted to beat the living snot out of you. But don't worry I think I managed to calm her down. She's a very protective lady." Marcus said with a smile. Travis could really see how much Marcus was in love with the Mercedes and decided to do his part.
"So, you're still gonna do it right? You're not planning on backing down are you?"
"What are you talking about?" Marcus scoffed.
"I saw you outside before she got here. You were more nervous then you were back at the fucking draft!" Marcus couldn't argue with his friend. He really was nervous "Well can you blame me? This is a big step I'm trying to take. How can I not be nervous" Travis nodded. He knew for a fact he'd be nervous if he'd be in the same spot. "Well don't forget that's why Mariam and I are here, We've got your back" As Travis was sat there Mercedes exited the bathroom and saw some strange guy sitting across from her boyfriend. 'what the hell?' she thought as she made her way over to the table. Marcus saw her coming with mixed shock and concern "She's coming! You'd better go man" Travis turned and saw Mercedes walking their way. She looked more confused then angry thankfully. Travis knew that the female Otter was a Martial arts instructor and he did not want to get on her bad side. As she got closer Travis put on a overly southern accent as he got up "Well Sheeoot If'n yall change your mahnd you know who ta call" as he passed Mercedes and gave her an "Evenin Ma'am" and he made his way back to where he sat earlier. Mercedes took her seat again and look at Marcus with total confusion.
"Who the heck was that weirdo?" Marcus then realized that Travis had left him to think up a cover story for the reason the strange cowboy was talking to him 'thanks Travis' he thought to himself.
"Oh that was just some designer...uh he said He thought I would look great in a...uh... pair of his underwear." 'what the fuck did I just say!?!'
Mercedes thought about it for a few seconds "Well you do have that kind of Underwear model look to you. But he should know you've retired from that line of work."
"That's what I said to him just before you got back" He finished his starter as did Mercedes "So...you're not still angry at Travis are you?" Mercedes kinda slumped in her chair at the question "Well I'm not happy...But If you can forgive him, then so can I." Marcus smiled and took one of her hands in his
"That's my girl".
The waiter arrived soon after with the Main courses and the wine they had ordered. Mercedes had Broiled Salmon Pesto, while Marcus had Basil and Prosciutto-wrapped Halibut. This meal was eaten uninterrupted the two Otters laughing together as they discussed their daily lives and shared funny stories. The Piano was playing now and it just added to the perfect romantic atmosphere Marcus wanted. Of course it wasn't long before Marcus himself had to relieve himself and he left the table and headed to the rest room. Marcus found himself an empty urinal and took his position when another customer entered and took the urinal right next to him Marcus suddenly realized that this was actually Mariam "WHAT THE Mmpphh" he didn't finish his out burst as she clamped his muzzle shut with her hands. "Shhhhh" she said as she let go of the Otters mouth. It only took a few seconds for Marcus to let himself relax despite the fact that his female friend and teammate was right next to him in the mens restroom. "What the hell are you doing in here?! I'm trying to take care of some business right now!"
"I know and I'm really sorry. Normally I wouldn't do this, you know that, but I couldn't get you alone out there. I just want to know. when are you gonna do it? The main course is almost over You're kinda running out of time" Marcus let out a small sigh. He knew that they were here to help spur him on just in case, but this was going too far.
"Look, I've got it all planned out." He said with a great amount of conviction "After we've had desert I'll do it. Don't panic...now would you please...GET OUT!!!"
Mariam was out the door faster then she knew she could run. Of course all the restaurant patrons saw is a businessman follow a pro basketball player into the men's room and then run out in a hurry. Looking at the confused patrons which included Mercedes, who was kinda giving the man Mariam was disguised as an evil eye. Putting on as masculine voice as she could Mariam said "Sorry about that all...just a BIG misunderstanding." Mercedes kept her eyes on the strange Buffalo businessman until Marcus returned. They finished their Maine Course and the dessert arrived soon after.
This time Mercedes and Marcus had ordered the same thing. A nice big serving of Creamy Chocolate Gelato. Which to two of them shared. At one point Marcus got some of the chocolate ice cream on his nose. Mercedes giggled and lightly kissed it off for him. After the Gelato was all finished and Mercedes and Marcus were both done cleaning off their spoons. Mercedes sighed. "What's wrong love?" Marcus asked. His concern plain to see. She looked at him and sighed again "Oh Marcus nothing's wrong." She said. "This was probably the best night of my life...but now it's coming to an end" Marcus smiled at his love and said in a confident tone "My dear this night has only just started" He got up and walked around to her side of the table and Offered her his hand she took it and he helped her up. Then oddly he led her straight to the middle of the restaurant. Then he took both her hands in his.
"Mercedes, I've been in love with you since the moment we first met back at your family's reunion. Now not one moment passes by when I'm not thinking about you. And I want more then anything to spend the rest of my life with you." At that he got down on one knee and pulled a box out of his pocket and holding it up with one hand he opened it with the other, relieving a beautiful engagement bracelet. ((Otter's are unable to wear rings due to their webbing so they used bracelets instead of rings.)) It was silver and engraved with beautiful patterns and it had the expected indentation for the final piece that would be added at the wedding ceremony. "Mercedes Rosa Walstein...will you marry me?" Mercedes was speechless as he continued to kneel in front of her. With the eyes of everyone in the restaurant on the Otter couple. Finally Mercedes found her voice "Oh...Marcus I....Yes...YES!" She practically shouted. Marcus smiled and with joyful tears in his eyes slipped the bracelet onto her wrist then stood up to be face to face with her. Mercedes soon enough had her arms around him with and was now passionately kissing her new fiancé while Marcus himself was returning the kiss with the same passion to his new fiancée. The entire restaurant applauded the two Otters. The Kiss Lasted a few more seconds before they both parted still smiling. Meanwhile Mairam and Travis had ditched their disguises and joined in congratulating the Otters. Mercedes saw the other two Lone Stars and it finally dawned on her why the Businessman and the Texan Cowboy had looked so familiar and she couldn't help but laugh along with the rest of them. Marcus and Mercedes had only just begun the long journey they would take to become Husband and Wife, but both knew without a shadow of a doubt, It was one they would never regret.
The End.
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