Write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways.

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“First date of our relationship .” by Kulsum Kazi

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Ones I had posted a photo on Instagram and after 2 hours I got the message from unknown person which is in my followers list and also facebook friend but I never know about him. The one message from that person who is unknown for me,changed my life fully. He is my junior in college time. We are from same department and in college we came across with each other but never talked. Coincidentally we are from same hometown. So when I post that photo I mentioned the location so he had came across that and send message to me. The message was very s...

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“A New Chapter” by Sam Ackman

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Emma pulled on freshly cleaned pants, checked her hair in the mirror again, popped out her earrings and tried on the blue ones. Curse these people I call friends, she thought, why are they so determined I meet new people. Picking up her book, the smooth worn surface under her fingers, she tucked it away in her purse and stopped, ears tuned for noise. Detecting only some music a few rooms over, she poked her head out into the kitchen. Looking around she saw no one else and smiled. Swiftly tiptoeing along, she qui...

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“The Set-Up” by Chthonic Cat

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"I'm telling you, she's really your type. She'll want to see you, and she'll like you. Trust me, mate."My eyes travelled from the book back to my best friend Frans in one swift motion, like I was swinging the baseball bat. When my face wasn't shoved either in a textbook on psychology of crime, or in a fictional story, I loved getting exercise, accompanied by music playlists of all kinds of genres. Rock and metal really helped me get in the mood. And the hot baths after were the cherry on top of a good evening.All of that didn't leave much ti...

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“Glow” by Helen O'Connor

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Jessa could hardly contain her excitement as she rode on the number eighteen bus. She had travelled this route so many times with her summer friends when she was just a girl. A contented kind of nostalgia washed over her as the familiarity of the streets, sun washed as the last sun of the afternoon began to dim. It was a beautiful summer evening, like the kind in romance movies in Italy or Spain. A June day in high summer, just like the halcyon days of her childhood. Her linen dress was flowed softly over her slim fi...

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“A Game Changing Date” by Ryan Haynes

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"Hmph, so you're Willy, eh?"Willy sat at a table in the local Italian restaurant, motioning to the chair on the other side. A beautiful woman with a tight red dress looked at him with a disapproving glare. "Indeed. Please have a seat.""Your profile on DateMe.com was a muscular picture of you." The woman whose name was Petunia said with disgust. "You don't look muscular, just overweight. I suppose the line about having money was a lie too?""Apologies." Willy sneered. "I see that the line on your profile about being open minded and charmi...

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“A SURPRISE LOVE” by Gerard Watson

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Imani lingered in the shower for hours, lamenting over Keyshawn’s unexpected break up with her last night. A three-year relationship she believed was heading towards a marriage proposal ended without warning. Still in shock, the idea hadn’t wholly sunk in. Imani imagined Keyshawn’s words were part of a bad dream that she would wake up from and be glad it was only a dream. But her aching heart told her differently. As the warm, soothing water hugged her body, she realized Keyshawn was never coming b...

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“Ophelia” by Alex Kamczyc

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I could have sworn Jason Voorhees was stalking me. I’m serious. For the past four nights, while I worked on my final exam, all I could hear was the chih chih chih ca ca ca he made before killing his victims. I guess if I ever did run into him, I would try and spark a conversation with him and talk him out of killing me. A lot of people would run and hide from him, but not only am I superbly out of shape, I kind of think he’s misunderstood in a way. Who knows? I've watched those movies a million times when I was younger, and no ...

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“The date ” by Iona Baillie

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As Allison tilted her dazed head slightly up towards the brilliant blues and greens of the open sky she was faced again with the same pair of gorgeous blue eyes, beaming in the daylight, staring straight into her soul. She had thought she was hallucinating but then a shivering sensation stole a path from her clunky feet up her chilled back and plunged itself into her heart. Snapping back into reality she realised if she did not attempt a reply and fast this wonderful moment could mutate promptly into just another awkward encounter. “So…is ...

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“Cherry Blossoms & Violets” by Ivy Kova

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"Please, Mr. Jasper." I could feel my knees trembling; how could I stop them? Asking an old white man to cut up his tree for a first date would already be bad enough, doing so after the balcony incident is definitely a great reason to kick me off his property. A scrutinizing gaze scoured me. I hoped my outfit waved a white flag of modesty; has he ever seen me in casual business attire? Shoes polished, two buttons open and a bouquet of fresh roses should hint at innocent (well, innocent enough) activities. "Cherry blossoms, huh?" Hi...

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“SENTIMENTAL, LOVES TO DANCE” by Margie Ricca

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SENTIMENTAL, LOVES TO DANCE “Sentimental, loves to dance and party. My goal is to become someone’s Prince Charming” posted next to a picture of a guy that looked like a mafia hitman. “‘Lucky in life, unlucky in Love’. Need the perfect woman to change my luck.” Then a slew of requirements for what this perfect woman should be next to a picture of a nerdy, unattractive, slovenly groomed guy. “I’m the Sugar Daddy you have dreamed of finding I know how to treat a lady” next to a guy who could be a Sumo Wrestler. Susan surfed through all ...

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“A perfect date” by Chiedza Melane

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Long after dark underneath the dark skies adorned by a charming, smiling moon and a host of winking stars, Myles and Laura sat, hands and hearts intertwined in mutual fondness. The vast lake that lay near them glistened in the perfect moonlight, giving a dreamy image of the moment. The soft movement of the water and the distant sound of traffic was as much as they could hear, from where they sat, apart from the giggles, laughs and other sounds of each other as they were engaged in interesting conversations. The enticing reds, oranges and pin...

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“Fun Ride” by Paz Harel

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"Are we getting in?" Cora says. "I think so.. I mean- I don’t know" Nate looks at the keys, jangling on the ignition. She strokes the hood with her finger, "If we don’t have a special place to go to… at least we get to ride in a special vehicle." It is not just a special machine. It is his Boss's convertible Camero. Nate have dreamt about her for a long time. From some reason, tonight is his chance. Now, alone at night in the parking lot, it is just a matter of action. They both lean on the sides of the hood. rain starts pouring. "...

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“We Meet Again” by Mae's World

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He grabbed his bag and rushed out of his apartment. He was late. Again. This was the third time in two weeks. Such irresponsible act wasn't a part of his repertoire. He hailed a taxi and hopped in giving the driver the location of the hotel. If Madison doesn't already fire him, he'd know for sure that she really did have a crush on him. She was his boss, and she was hot. But she wasn't his type. That didn't mean he'd deride the credibility of their growing friendship. They reached his destination and he paid the driver and rushed out of the ...

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“A First Date” by Stephen Etheridge

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He had taken a great deal of care over his appearance. He thought that was right and proper. After all, this lady, Catherine, had made the effort in replying to his introductory email on Plenty of Fish with a witty, intelligent response. They had corresponded for a short while, each interaction more intriguing than the last. And she had responded immediately with "2pm" when he suggested they meet! That had surprised him. She meant two in the afternoon the very next day. Decisive, no hanging around with this woman. Worthy of him taking a grea...

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“Clandestine Operations” by Emily Brownlee

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“Let’s get something straight, Blade,” Nellie said aggressively as she strode up to the booth and slid into the seat across from her rival. “I’m not here to play games. Tell me what I want to know or you won’t be walking out of here unharmed.” The other agent maintained her cool, unruffled demeanour as Nellie entered. She sat leaning contemptuously against the wall of the booth, arms crossed and one leg casually folded over the other. “Glad you could finally make it, Onyx,” she responded, flicking her dark eyes over to Nellie as she spo...

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Write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways.

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✍️ 161 stories

“First date of our relationship .” by Kulsum Kazi

“A New Chapter” by Sam Ackman

“The Set-Up” by Chthonic Cat

“Glow” by Helen O'Connor

“A Game Changing Date” by Ryan Haynes

“A SURPRISE LOVE” by Gerard Watson

“Ophelia” by Alex Kamczyc

“The date ” by Iona Baillie

“Cherry Blossoms & Violets” by Ivy Kova

“SENTIMENTAL, LOVES TO DANCE” by Margie Ricca

“A perfect date” by Chiedza Melane

“Fun Ride” by Paz Harel

“We Meet Again” by Mae's World

“A First Date” by Stephen Etheridge

“Clandestine Operations” by Emily Brownlee

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Write about someone asking out an old crush, only to realize their crush doesn’t remember they’ve ever met before.

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