part 20 - rated nc-17

"Oh man, Parrish, this is fantastic. Any time you want to come cook for me you're more than welcome."

"I might take you up on that."

"I hope you do."

"Oh, damn," Parrish said, smacking himself in the forehead. "I forgot the asparagus."

"That's ok. I don't really like it. Besides, it leaves more room for dessert."

Parrish smiled, obviously relieved. It occurred to Laurie for the first time that Parrish might be looking at this as a first date, and that he might be nervous. It was endearing.

"Would you be disappointed if I said I bought dessert?"

"Nope," Laurie said. "Just as long as it's good I don't care if you baked it or bought it."

( cut for more table talk and smut )

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