Fortunately, there was ample space to park up the van. Aoife looked intently as Stephen’s skilled Mum deftly de-clamped his wheelchair and gave him directions onto the lift.
“Right, I’ll be off for a walk for an hour or so. You’ll be ok till then getting into the pub and everything?”
“Yes, we’ll be fine Mum.”
Aoife smiled in the affirmative and then quickly followed Stephen who was already well on the way to the entrance. The name of the pub was called “Kate Kearneys Cottage.” They were surprised to find that there was already a good crowd inside sitting. The decor was all wooden giving it a pleasant barn feeling.
“What do you want Stephen? I think I’ll have a nice Guinness.”
“A Heineken for me, please”
Aoife went and ordered the drink before coming back.
“The barwoman said she’d bring them over. Are you enjoying the trip?”
“Of course I am. It’s great to spend some time with you. Hope you don’t mind Mum driving us.” Not exactly cool.”
“Not at all. She’s lovely. But I was watching everything and reckon we could go on our own next time.”
With that she leaned in for a kiss.
She loved the taste of his soft lips and gently caressing his hair. They only stopped with the sound of footsteps coming behind them.
“Here are your drinks lovies.”
She was a jovial red haired woman in her forties.
“Thanks.”
“Hope you are both enjoying your visit. Are you staying long?”
Stephen replied.
“Just a quick visit.”
“Maybe net time you’ll stay longer.”
“Hopefully.”
With that she was gone.
Aoife looked into his eyes.
“So you want a next time Stephen. I’m not just another girl, am I?”
“No, your not. You brighten my life. Maybe, I shouldn’t say it?”
“Say what?”
“That I’m in love with you.”
“I love you too.”
THE END
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Loved it. Very sweet.
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