"Listen, I don't want to appear forward, and, honestly, I've never done this before, but would you be interested in having a drink with me sometime?" She added quickly. "As a way of thanking you."
I just looked at her. Of all the things I could expect, being asked out on a date by Dana Alexander never hit my radar screen. "Uh... "
"I'm sorry. I've embarrassed you. You're either married or in a relationship. So, if you'll excuse me." She started to leave.
"Whoa, whoa, wait a minute." I grabbed her arm and turned her to face me. "I'm not married and I'm not in a relationship. It's just that no beautiful woman has ever asked me out before and I was; still am, actually, in shock. I would love to have a drink with you."
She smiled. "Great. How about Friday? Or do you work?"
"Friday will be
