"... If you're sure," Nic replied.

Laurel turned to Nic, "Do you want to?" she asked back, "If you really want to do it and think you can find the time, then I don't mind that either. But I don't see how you have the time so I'm sure." she decided.

"I'll do it if you want me to," Nic replied. "I can find the time."

Laurel slowly frowned, "I want you to want to do it... not because I want you to." she said quietly, "Do you want to go on a date with me? I don't want to if you don't want to."

"... Will me planning it make you happy?" he tried.

"... Do you want to date me?" Laurel repeated, wanting an answer to her previous question.

"I want you to be happy," Nic answered. "... If dating would make you happy, then I want to date you."

Laurel's eyes drifted to the ground, "That's not the same thing." she said quietly.

".. Why not?" Nic asked.

Laurel sighed, "Fine." she stated as she suddenly stood up, "I'll make sure by the end of tonight, you want to date me... not just to make me happy." she declared with a too happy smile.

Nic blinked, very confused. After a moment, he clarified, "... You're planning the date?"

"Yes. And it's going to be one terra of a date, Dominic." she smirked, "I'll make you want to date me." and she started towards the door.

Nic didn't say anything, still confused about what she meant. But he let it go.

"I'll have someone come get you. Dress somewhat nice and brush your hair." she said from the door.

Nic nodded a little.

About three hours later there was a light knock on Nic's door.