within

darkness surrounds the car
two figures within
unwilling to break the magic
no words, just sighs
niceties prevail
"it was a fine evening"
"i enjoyed myself"
unspoken words
hearts beat
hand on lap
warmth flush
"i'll walk you to the door"
a nod, a smile
a hopeful glimmer
slam door, key jingles
slow walk
tension, anticipation
she turns, hesitates
"will you come in"
a breath, a second
he takes her hand
stands close
kisses her lips
"i can't, not tonight, not yet"
understanding
a nod
an embrace
"soon"