It’s been a while since Theo has had to use his personal vehicle, so long in fact that he actually forgot where it was parked. 99% of the time Theo is driven around in a company vehicle, previously it was by Jimmy, now it is by Mitch, one of the members of Theo’s security detail. Nevertheless, Theo had a date tonight with Lila and Theo thought that being driven around by his security detail would be a bit too reminiscent of the days when he relied on his mother to drive him and his dates to the movie theater or the bowling alley. So instead Theo has opted for his own personal vehicle. A black 2013 Porsche 911 4S Cabriolet.


After speaking to Cliff, the man in charge of Pryce Industries valet service it was discovered that Theo’s car had been moved to Parking Sub Level 2, reason being, the car is hardly used and it being down there significantly reduces the chances of the car every getting dinged up.


At approximately 5:45, Theo got behind the wheel of his car and tore out of the sub level parking garage like he was late for a meeting. However, he wasn’t late for anything, in fact he was actually early and a lot of that had to do with something relatively new for Theo. Nerves. For the first time in a long time, possible ever, Theo is nervous. It’s amazing what a beautiful 22 year old college student can do to a lifetime bachelor. But nevertheless here we are. Theo in his Porsche speeding through downtown Phoenix so he can make it to Lila’s apartment on time.


As Theo pulls up to the apartment, with time to spare even, he gets out of the car, adjusts his suit, and then walks to the door of Lila’s apartment, which is on the second floor. Lila comes to the door after two knocks and as expected, she looks stunning. So much so that Theo actually stands there speechless, as he tries to come up with the words to say.


“Are you ok Theo?”

“Better than. Sorry I am early, things wrapped up sooner than I expected at the office and I didn’t want to risk something else coming up so I opted to leave there when I could.”

“I understand completely. Would you like to come in? I only need a few more minutes and I will be ready to go.”

“Sure. Thank you.”


Lila welcomes Theo into her apartment and politely guides him over to her couch and then disappears into her bedroom. A few minutes of casual conversation occur while Lila finishes getting ready and then it’s off to Sorentos, located in Paradise Valley, about 10 minutes from Theo’s home and about 20 minutes from their present location. If Lila was impressed with Theo’s vehicle she didn’t show it. At this point knowing that you are dating a guy, or at least, about to go on a date with a guy that runs a multibillion dollar company, having a nice vehicle would be expected. In an attempt to be a gentlemen Theo made sure to open the door for Lila before getting in the vehicle himself.


Traffic was about what he expected for this time of day which is why Theo allotted for an extra 10 minutes just in case there were unforeseen traffic jams on the highway. At 6:25 they arrived at the restaurant with 5 minutes to spare. Theo handed his keys to the valet along with a folded up $100.00 bill and escorts his date into the restaurant.


The pair approach the hostess and within a few seconds are seated. A waiter came over, Theo ordered a water and the Prosecco as his sister recommended. Lila opted for some Lambrusco and a water as well. A few more minutes of chit chat mixed in with looking over the menu and the waiter returned. The pair agreed on an appetizer of Calamari, and then placed their order for their meals, again, Theo went with his sister’s recommendation and ordered the Veal Saltimbocca, and Lila went with the Eggplant Involtini over Linguini.


Dinner went well. The conversation was light and fun. They pair laughed, they joked and as they got more comfortable even started making cracks about each other. Things were going extremely well. So much so that they opted to skip dessert and instead go back to Theo’s home in the Valley for a night cap.


The 10 minute drive from the restaurant felt like an eternity. Lila and Theo were actually holding hands during the car ride to Theo’s home. Something that if you had asked Theo a week ago he would have sworn he would never do. And yet here he is. Holding hands with a woman he had met not even 48 hours ago.


No sooner were they in the door and clothes started flying off in every direction. Theo preferred to take things to the bedroom but based on the pace at which everything was happening it appeared that the bedroom was out of the question, so instead Theo opted for the couch in the living room. More clothes flying off...at this point the pair are only in their underwear and now the kissing and the touching has intensified. Lila unhooks her bra, Theo starts removing his boxers...


Fade to black…


...And back again.



Both Theo and Lila are sprawled out on the floor of the living room, a single blanket that was previously resting on the back of the couch is the only thing covering them. There’s clothes everywhere, somehow one of Lila’s heels ended up hanging off the TV that is mounted to the wall some 15 feet away from where the two are located. Theo looks down to see Lila’s head resting on his shoulder. He must have nodded off for a few minutes as he doesn’t remember Lila’s head being there, but he certainly didn’t mind.


“Theo, I need to tell you something.”

“It was great, I know.”

“No...”Theo’s head snaps down, trying to see if Lila was joking or serious. “Well yes, yes it was, but that’s not what I wanted to tell you.”

“Go on.”

“Well, I meant to tell you this earlier but I didn’t think the restaurant was the proper place and things sort of happened so fast once we got here that I didn’t get a chance to say it then. But, well…I’m not entirely sure how to say this…”

“You can’t possibly be married? I was in your place, there was no sign that a man lived there, I didn’t see any kid’s pictures so that can’t be it. Whatever you have to say can’t be that bad, so just say it.”

“Well…I’m not from around here.”

“Yeah I know, we talked about it. You grew up in New York.”

“Yeah, I did say that, and that is technically true but you see…I’m an alien.”

“Like from Mexico? Do you need a green card? I know a guy at the State Department, I can get that taken care of easily.”

“No, not an alien from Mexico, like an Extra Terrestrial.”

“Get out of here. Seriously? You’re an alien?”

“Well part alien but yes.”

“Which part? Because everything looked perfectly human to me.”

“This isn’t funny. I’m trying to be serious here.”

“Actually this is a bit funny. Six months ago if you had told me this I would have laughed you out of the room but it’s been a strange 6 months. In fact, I had sex with a vampire not too long ago. And no, just in case you were curious, they don’t twinkle or sparkle or whatever it is they do in those awful movies.”

“So wait, you aren’t mad or upset with me?”

“Should I be? I mean, you are an alien. I’m not dumb enough to believe that we are the only living creatures in this galaxy, it seems much too big for that. I would have preferred you had told me ahead of time but that's not really a big deal. Besides, I actually work with an alien, well several actually. Most of them are pretty stand up guys.”

“You have an alien working at Pryce Industries?”

“What? No. Not that I would be opposed to that. No, at my other job. At the XWF.”

“OH MY GOD!”

“What? You don’t like wrestlers? Is it the banana hammocks? I swear, I wear full length tights, and before you rip on how less than heterosexual that is, I will have you know that they are very form fitting and manly.”

“No, not that…”

“Than what? What’s the matter?”

“My father works for the XWF. His name is…”

“Please don’t say Azrael, Please.”


Rather than responding Lila just looks at Theo, unsure of whether to respond or just sit there in silence. She opts for the latter.


"Wait…I thought you said your last name was Laroque?”

“It is. It’s my mother’s maiden name. My father wanted me to use that as he thought it would help me to have a more normal upbringing.”

“Yeah that sounds like something he would say. Ok, ok, this is fine. This is not the worst thing to happen. I like you Lila, a lot. We can work this out. I’m not worried about that. But I do think that I should talk to your father.”

“No, don’t do that. He doesn’t need to know about this.”

“Yes he does. He is going to find out anyway. I’ve watched the guy literally just appear in a room out of nowhere, sometimes at the most inconvenient moments. I am half expecting him to show up here, now, but regardless, he is going to find out and I think it would be best if I tell him before he just finds out on his own.”

“Are you sure?”

“Yes I am.”


Theo rolls over to and grabs at his pants, his bare ass now exposed. He reaches into his pants pocket and pulls out his cell phone. He dials Nova’s number and waits for him to pick up…but he doesn’t. So Theo does the only thing he can. He leaves a voicemail.


“Hey buddy….it’s your pal Theo, give me a call back when you get a chance, there is something I need to talk to you about. It’s pretty important.”


Theo hangs up the phone and just drops it on the floor. He looks over at Lila who is still sort of taking it all in.


“So what do we do now?”

“We go about our lives and I’ll wait for your father to call me back.”

“Do you think he will be mad?”

“Furious. If I were him I would be. But don’t worry about it. His anger will be directly solely at me. I’m his friend, and you’re his daughter. But we will figure this out. I’m not too worried about it. He will eventually get over his initial anger. I think.”

“I hope.”


Fade out.


OOC: Stay tuned for the epic conclusion of "The Future Mrs.Pryce?" which will be posted by Mr. Supernova.