Tony was initially surprised, then delighted. “Of course, we can go! I’m a regular at the bar, and I’ll reserve a private area for us tonight. I promise you’ll have a great time.”
Shirley had never been to a bar before. Her father’s restrictions and her busy schedule had kept her away. However, today, she suddenly felt the urge to let loose and unwind.
While he focused on driving, he couldn’t help but worry that she might have a change of heart. “Goddess, it’s a deal!” he said, maintaining a hopeful tone.
“Okay,” she said.
“All right, but we must keep this a secret from Uncle Zacharias. If he finds out I took you to the bar, he won’t let me hear the end of it.”
Shirley concurred, nodding in agreement, “Okay, we won’t tell him.” At this moment, they both felt like rebellious teenagers sneaking away for a night of adventure.
Back at the Flintstone Residence, Shirley and Tony exchanged contact information before she retreated to her room. Soon after, Zacharias’ motorcade returned. He walked into her room, lingered for a few seconds, and then quietly left.
Later in the evening, Zacharias had to attend to work, and Freddie brought a stack of documents for him to review and sign.
As dinner time approached, Zacharias and Tony shared a meal, but she expressed her disinterest in eating. Understanding her feelings, Zacharias didn’t insist on her joining them for dinner. After he finished his meal, he returned to his study to work.
Around 8.00PM, Tony messaged Shirley to inform her that he had booked a private area and they could leave at 8.30PM.
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