Nicky & Paige have pasta.

[nickyxsantoro]

Bellini's was what Nicky affectionately called a 'haunt'. It was the kind of place he felt comfortable. It served the food he liked and there were plenty of tables where he could sit with his back to the wall. He'd decided to bring Paige here because, if he was honest with himself, he liked to show off. Everybody knew him here. More importantly,

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[dollarprincess]

This was what Paige was accustomed to. Management that knew exactly where you liked to sit, prompt attention and grovelling.

Nicky was an enigma, he reminded of her Daddy in so many ways, yet he was unknown, dangerous and exciting.

"Maybe we should order some drinks first Nicky?" she smiled. There was only the tiniest hint of nerves in her posture.

[nickyxsantoro]

It didn't take much to grab the attention of the maitre'd who was standing far enough away from the table so as not to intrude, but near enough to be there at a moment's notice, should he be required.

Nicky coiled an index finger in his general direction and he practically ran to the table.

"Get me a whiskey sour, and one for the lady too." He motioned to Paige on the opposite side of the table.

[dollarprincess]

Paige was flicking through the menu as he ordered, the drinks menu. So when he ordered for her, she promptly pressed it shut with a slight raise of her brow.

Yep, Nicky had 'Top Dollar' stamped all over him. "And a mineral water" she added, firmly asserting that she was no push-over.

[nickyxsantoro]

"I recommend the Conchigli. It's especially good here. You don't have to take my word for it, though," Nicky motioned towards the mineral water that had promptly arrived with the sours.