Author's Note: Fillers can suck sometimes lol More to come.

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Chapter Two

Lilly opened the door to Stoney's, though it was her day off and she could trust John having everything under control for the bachelor party that would soon take over the second level of the bar; only special occasions were allowed upstairs. She wanted to make sure they had everything. Plus who knew how long it was going to be before Zak called her. She had time to waste since her shower was done, her cat was fed and she had changed her clothing into something a little less revealing and comfortable.

John was behind the bar waiting on a customer, three people lined the bar stools and a couple sat at the table by the jukebox. Surprisingly it survived another day without Bob throwing a fit.

"Hey John." She said, walking over to the counter.

John looked over and greeted her with a smile. "Lilly girl, I thought today was your day off?" He asked, stepping over to where she was standing. "Can I get you anything?"

Lilly shook her head. "I just came by to make sure you're ready for tonight. The Pierce party arrives at 8:00."

John cocked a brow. "I've got everything under control, sweetheart. Melanie and Kayla are upstairs now prepping. Michael comes in at 7:00 and Nadine and Kyle will help down here."

"Good. How are you guys on supplies. Did our shipment come in this morning?" She knew that it did. The voicemail on her phone from the driver made it so. But what could it hurt to make sure there won't be any bumps in the road. They've been planning to host this party for months now and it would help with the income for the next couple of months. If something were to go wrong, it would be her fault for not checking things over and over until she was completely satisfied.

John rolled his eyes and shook his head. Lilly was always a worry wort when it came to business. Even when he was capable of handling the job, she was always there to make sure nothing went wrong, despite his protest of he got it under control. "Lilly girl, don't worry, everything will go smooth tonight." He told her, placing his hand on top of hers and gave it a gentle squeeze. "I got this covered. Trust me..."

Lilly looked at John. He was right and she knew it. If anyone she could trust, it was him. He's been with her and by her side for some years now. He was there when her father passed away and he left her the bar. He stepped up when she needed someone the most. And she was grateful for that. "I know." She said, taking the seat next to her. "But I wouldn't be me if I didn't panic. This party will help us out so much tonight. I just have to make sure everything is done right."

"I'm your friend and business partner, I wouldn't let you down when I know how much this party means to you." John rested his arms down on the counter and leaned forward a little to keep their conversation between them. "I got this, so don't worry your pretty little head about tonight."

Lilly sighed softly. "Fine, I'll try not too but I can't guarantee anything."

John laughed, "Good. So how did it go with lover boy last night?"

Her cheeks set ablaze as she blushed something fierce, looking down at the counter. "I...I..."

This made him laugh more. "Uh huh..."

"That obvious?"

"Yes. I haven't seen you glow this much in ages."

Lilly lowered her head even more, trying to get the heat from her cheeks under control. An embarrassing moment when her friend knew right off the bat that she slept with someone.

She wasn't ashamed that it happened, not for a second there was no regrets but she sure didn't think her looks would give it away.

"I think I'll take that drink now..." She muttered.

This only made John laugh more. "It looks good on you." He stated before he grabbed a shot glass and placed it down in front of her. He reached for the bottle of Captain Morgan and poured a shot.

"You better keep it to yourself, I don't need the whole town to know." Lilly scrolled, tilting her head up enough to see him.

"I'm not one to tattletail, Lilly girl. Your extracurricular activity is safe with me."

She stuck her tongue out at him and grabbed the shot glass and downed the shot. "If you need me, call me. I'm leaving now before you ask for juicy details." She reached into her pocket and pulled out some money for the shot and placed it down on the counter. "I'll see you later, John."

John chuckled, "Bye."

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Lilly was out the door and on her way to her car when the vibration and ring tone blasted the airwaves. She pulled the phone from her back pocket, swiped her finger across the screen and pressed it against her ear.

"Hello?"

"Hey beautiful."

Her insides tightened and her stomach fluttered. She recognized his voice and couldn't help but to smile. "Zak..."

"How did the interview go?" She asked next, unlocking her car door and got in. "I hope it was productive."

"The interview went well. We're all set for tomorrow night." He told her, leaving out parts with Pamela that was not related to the investigation. Some things were meant to be told in person, not over the phone.

"That's great to hear. So what's on the agenda for the rest of the day?"

"Wellllllllll...I could think of a thing or two."

Lilly laughed and shook her head. "Besides that. I'd hate to keep you away from your friends and leave them with a wild imagination on what's going on behind closed doors."

His laughter came next. "If that's what you wish. I'll keep my thoughts to myself."

"For now..." She finished for him.

"We were thinking of getting something to eat." Zak said, after clearing his wandering thoughts of desires she sparked inside of him. "You mentioned this morning that you know of a great place to go."

Lilly smiled, nodding her head as if he could see her do it. "That would be Mo's Diner, it's located just a few blocks from where you're at. Just take 9th all the way down and it'll be on your right."

"Sounds good. I'll see you there."

"Alright. Bye Zak."

"Bye beautiful."

Her smile grew wider as she hung up the phone and tossed it into the seat next to her. She started her car and drove off, taking the back streets to the diner.