Page 20 of Cinematic Destinies
Roo topped off their drinks and they strolled to the dimly lit living room.
“Wow, this is so old-school,” Georgia said, noticing the movie collection as she plopped onto the couch.
“Their selection is too. Seems they have a fondness for the classics. What type of film do you feel like?”
“Anything. Your choice.”
“Oh my. They haveMonty Python and the Holy Grail. Have you seen it?”
She shook her head.
“It’s one of my favorites. Sort of an English tradition. It’s a comedy. Satirical and arguably quite stupid. It was banned by all kinds of religious groups.”
“You sold me,” she said with a giggle.
“I knew you were a rebel.” He put the DVD in the machine and hit play, taking the seat beside her. “It really is a very particular kind of humor. If you find it dreadful, say the word and we’ll put something else on. I won’t be offended.”
“I’m up for anything,” she assured him.
Within moments they were both laughing uproariously. They spent the next hour and a half laughing so hard Georgia complained, “My stomach actually hurts.”
“So, you liked it?” he asked.
“Adored it. Although I don’t know why. Somehow it walked a fine line between totally stupid and epically brilliant.”
“Yes, exactly,” Roo agreed.
They found themselves staring at one another, silly smiles on their faces.
Eventually Georgia said, “I can’t believe how well things went today. It felt like we all just clicked into our characters.”
“Yeah. Jean seemed quite pleased. Listening to him at dinner tonight . . .”
“What?” she asked.
“I’m not sure, really. It’s just he has such a reputation for being hopelessly dark and dystopian, and while on the surface that rings true, there’s a real depth and sensitivity there that surprise me.”
“I feel that way too,” she agreed. “I’m looking forward to getting back on set. Taking it day by day. Well, moment by moment.”
They smiled at one another, and Roo said, “Speaking of the film, we should probably get some rest. I fear I’ve kept you up too late already.”
“No, this was great. But you’re right. We should probably get a good night’s sleep before tomorrow.”
“I’ll walk you up,” he offered.
When they arrived at Georgia’s room, she said, “This is me. Thanks for a fun night. I’ll have to see the rest of those movies.”
“Glad you’re a fan. Well, good night.” He turned to leave and then swiveled around and said, “See you in the gym in the morning?”
“Yeah. See you there. Good night.”
Roo began puttering down the hallway but turned just as she unlocked her door. She glanced over and they smiled at each other before she disappeared into her room.
CHAPTER 6
The next morning, Roo ambled into the dining room to see that Georgia was already there, scribbling in a notebook. He watched her for a moment before saying, “You beat me.”
She looked up and smiled. “I did get a jump start since you were still lifting weights after my run.”
