THE BACHELOR - Who Will Reuben Choose?
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I contacted Reuben on the phone.
"Hi, Reuben, I can't wait to see you on our next date?"
"Hi, Kimmy, I am looking forward to seeing you too."
"Are you okay after the Rose Ceremony? It must have been hard for you."
"It was hard." I heard Reuben sigh heavily. "I did build a relationship with the other two, but I felt I made the right choices in the end."
"I have always trusted that you would. So, how are you feeling about meeting mum and dad?"
"I'm keen to meet them, although I've already met your mum briefly. How about your brother, will he be there?"
"No, unfortunately, Greg is away on a uni placement in the country. He was keen to check you out though. He is so protective."
"Oh? was he now? I look forward to meeting him to ease his mind."
"Don't worry he trusts my taste. Before we go there, I want to take you to my favourite place. Somewhere I used to go when I needed to think and get away from reality for a time. Do you have a fishing rod?"
"No, that is one thing I never owned but always wanted. Not that my father ever had time to take me fishing."
"Not to worry, I've got it covered."
We met at mum and dad's then left the car there, grabbed two rods, the bait box and walked down the road to a little spot on the banks of a large river.
"So what do you think?"
"Wow, this place is amazing, Kimmy."
"Isn't it? I used to come here a lot to think, and still do occasionally. Although now when I'm feeling uptight I tend to go jogging, that always clears my mind."
"Are there any fish in there?"
"Yes, heaps, I'm hoping we will catch our dinner for tonight. Mum cooks a wicked fish dinner."
"You always find something fun to do, Kim. I love spending time with you. I'm looking forward to this, I've never gone fishing before. It's something completely new to me."
"I'll help you bait up first but after that, you have to do it yourself. Deal?"
"What is the bait?"
"Worms, and maggots!" I laughed.
"Are you joking around with me?" Reuben asked.
"No, not at all, there are cockles as well...so perhaps we'll start with that."
Reuben reluctantly twisted the cockles around and attached it to the hook. "That wasn't too bad."
"Okay so now it's done, cast out into the middle, but be careful not to hook the ducks or swans. Unhook the line by moving that lever over and hold the line with your thumb against the rod, otherwise it will unravel. When you cast, release your thumb and let the line run until you feel the weight hit the bottom then flick back the lever to lock it in place. That gives you more control and if you lightly rest your finger on the line like this, you can feel when the fish are biting."
"Okay, here goes."
First up, Reuben dumped the line into the bank a few times, but by after a while, he cast out really well.
"There you go, you are a natural."
"Now all I have to do is catch one. It's quite relaxing just standing here isn't it?"
"That is why I love it so much."
After a short while, Reuben's eyes opened wide. "Ooh, Kimmy, I think I have one, this is exciting.
I looked at Reuben and smiled. He was like a child with a new toy. Unfortunately it was only an old box.
"What is that? Maybe a treasure in a box or something?" Reuben and I laughed. "Oh well, I'll keep it and look later."
"Shh... we don't want to scare away the fish," I whispered.
"Keep trying, there have been lots of nibbles."
"I know and they keep stealing my bait, the beggers."
Then I got a strong bite and reeled in a big fish. "Ooh looks like we have fish for dinner after all."
After that, I caught a couple more. "So what do you say, ready to face the parent interrogation now?" I laughed.
"I'm looking forward to meeting them and trying this famous fish dinner."
We arrived at mum and dad's place and they invited us in.
"Hello again, Reuben, Meet Kim's father, Nolan."
"Good evening Mrs. Hastings, and it's a pleasure to meet you, Sir. I really like the layout of your place, it actually inspires me. It's like bringing the outdoors inside and I like that idea."
"Thank you, Son, it's a design that I modified so we could enjoy activities all year round."
"I'm sorry that Greg isn't here to meet me. Kim says he's at University. What is he studying?"
"Greg is studying Environmental Management, specialising in Flora and Fauna Conservation. He's on a field trip," dad answered. "But I appreciate you asking."
We sat us around the fire pit and Reuben served us with a glass of good red wine that he brought with him.
"Don't you drink, sir?"
"Not much, it interferes with our fitness regime. We have the occasional one, but Katherine indulges more than me."
"Especially when is a great wine like this one." mum laughed. "Thank you, Reuben," Then, out of the blue, she asked. "How do you think you will be able to keep up with Kim’s sporting commitments if you do end up together?"
"I like to keep fit also and I have thoroughly enjoyed all the dates that involved outdoor hikes and activities, so I'll always include some sort of activity in my daily routine, it's the only way to cope with any pressures some days. Kimmy is committed to different sports and I certainly won't expect her to stop any of them, in fact I'd like to either join or watch her compete. You both look like you have set an incredibly good example for your daughter."
“Why thank you, Reuben.” Mum smiled broadly.
"Yes, Reuben and I have enjoyed all our outdoor activities and he's kept up with me, most of the time," I laughed.
"Anyone hungry? The fish you caught, Kim, made a great meal," said mum.
"Kimmy told me you whip up an awesome fish dinner, Mrs. Hastings. I can't wait to taste it."
Mum served us the meal. "You can call me Katherine, Reuben. In fact I'd prefer that."
"That was everything that Kim described it would be, Mrs. Hastings...er I mean Katherine."
"Yes, Kathy's fish dinner is un-equalled by any bought stuff," dad said.
Afterwards, we let the food settle and chatted a bit more.
"Anyone for a swim?" I asked. I went upstairs and changed, giving mum and dad a bit of time alone with Reuben.
"I didn't bring bathers," Reuben said.
"You look about my size," Nolan said. "I always keep a few spare pairs for guests. Often they don't intend to swim but end up wanting to. Here, use these. You can go and change in the spare room."
"Thank you kindly, sir,"
"Please, just call me Nolan. Sir is a bit formal for us."
When I came down, I joined them on the side of the pool.
"So, son, how will my daughter fit into your future plans?” dad asked Reuben. I threw my hands up and rolled my eyes.
“Kim adjusts to any lifestyle and she has a natural beauty inside and out. People are drawn toward her kindness and honesty. I know she will be a huge asset to both my life and our livelihood if we end up together." Reuben smiled at me.
After the swim, it was getting late but the weather was still very balmy.
"Do you play cards, Reuben?" Dad asked.
"Yes, I play many different games. Shall we?"
In the middle of a game and without warning, mum asked Reuben quite a personal question.
“How interested are you in having children in the future?” she asked.
“Mum,” I frowned at her and nudged her under the table.
“It’s okay, Kimmy, happy to answer your mum’s question. I love children and I am keen to start a family, in time. That is why I am going to build my business until it is running smoothly as soon as I can. That way it will free up time to spend as much quality time with my family as I can. Being brought up in a wealthy family, my parents did not have as much time as they would have liked to spend with me. That has made me determined not to let that happen with my own children when the time comes.”
We played a few more rounds and then it was time to go.
"We have to get going, mum and dad, thanks for everything," I said and hugged them both.
"Well, it was lovely to meet you, Reuben and good luck in your future ventures and we wouldn't mind at all if they include our daughter." Dad winked and shook Rueben's hand and mum briefly hugged Reuben.
"You are welcome here anytime, Rueben. Don't be a stranger," mum said quietly.
Reuben took me home and walked me to the door.
"Kimmy I think your parents are lovely and they've done a great job raising you."
"Yes, they are not bad at all, for parents." I laughed. "Thank you for bringing me home, Reuben, they really liked you too, but..." I winked. "Not as much I do. In fact--."
"I just have to do this, Kimmy." He leant over and kissed me, quite passionately. "Goodnight, beautiful Kimmy. Thanks for a fantastic date."
I was about to tell him how I feel, so I hope I'll have another chance to do that soon.
