Looking at the clock, Brennan saw she had ten minutes until her last midterm ended. She had, of course, finished over a half an hour earlier, but she always took the full time to review her tests. There was no reason not to get an A with so much extra time. Usually she made good use of these last ten minutes, but today her mind kept wandering. Tonight was her date with Booth. She had about two hours to get ready and she had no idea what to wear. With eight minutes left, Brennan turned in her test. She couldn't say in the room any longer. She needed to get rid of her anxious feelings. A run would be the perfect cure. After returning to her dorm and completing her post-test routine she got ready for a run.

An hour later she returned, no longer feeling anxious. She hopped quickly into the shower and threw on her sweatshirt and jeans while deciding what to wear. As she perused her closet, she heard a knock on the door. Rushing to answer it, she was surprised to see who was waiting on the other side.

"Booth!"

"Hey Bones."

"What… what are you doing here? You're early! I haven't even had a chance to change yet."

"A girl named Angela let me in and told me where you room was. Sorry, I have a habit of being early, and I think you look great as is."

"But you look much nicer. Just give me three minutes to change." She turned towards her closet, but Booth gently grasped her wrist.

"Temperance, I honestly don't care what you wear. You always look gorgeous to me. Now can we go?"

Blushing for the second time that day, she nodded and grabbed her phone and keys. She spent the walk to Booth's apartment snuggled up next to him, something completely unlike her. 'What is this man doing to me? I've never been like this in my life.' Before she could freak out, Booth announced that they had reached his apartment. Leading her upstairs, he entwined their fingers in order to keep contact. It seemed as though they were always touching. As they entered his dwelling, the smell of pasta an spice accosted her senses.

"This smells wonderful!"

"I'm glad you think so. I wanted everything to be just right."

"So what exactly are we having?"

"If you'll follow me, you'll see."

As they entered the dining room, Brennan noticed it was lit with the soft glow of candles. On both side of the table sat a steaming plate of lasagna, garlic bread, and Caesarsalad accompanied with a glass of chardonnay. Booth pulled out her chair and waited for her to be seated before taking his own seat.

"I made sure your lasagna was vegetarian. I remember you mentioning that earlier."

'He remembered!' Her heart warmed at the thought. 'Not to mention the fact that he cooked two different lasagnas just so I could have what I like."

"I have to say I'm very impressed. It's all perfect. Although I do feel a little underdressed."

"You're still on this? If it makes you feel any better, I'll change after dinner. How did you midterms go?"

"I'm not worried. I've never gotten a B in my life. I see no reason for that to change."

Booth chuckled and replied, "That's good to hear."

Soon they finished eating and Booth sent her to the couch as he cleaned up after their meal and went to change. "Pick something for us to watch," he called out. Browsing through the titles, she selected The Italian Job. When Booth returned he popped in the DVD. Throughout the movie Brennan kept up a running commentary. Booth thought it was endearing. Cuddled on the couch, the pair was reluctant to move when to movie ended.

"I have to say, I'm not quite ready to end our date tonight." Brennan commented.

"Me either."

And with that Booth swooped down and captured her lips with his. He bit gently on her bottom lip, asking for entrance and she readily opened up to him. He mapped out her mouth tasting the Chardonnay and a taste that was uniquely her. It was addicting and he wanted more. He moved to her neck and placed kisses behind her ear, feeling her melt in his arms. Feeling his desire heightening, he knew he should stop, before he couldn't help himself. Pulling away gathered her in his arms and placed a blanket over them. They exchanged smiles and she rested her head on his chest.

'I don't know what it is about this girl, but I can't get enough of her. I wish I had more than a month to spend with her. I'll just have to make the most of every moment.'

Looking down, he saw she had fallen asleep in his arms. Resting his head on hers, he closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.

Hey guys..... I know it took me FOREVER to update this. But the good news is I've already started on the next chapter!

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