She fiddled with her hair, nervous with her date. They shared a sundae, lavish with cream and a cherry.

“I like your outfit!” she blurted, blushing.

“Thanks.” He smiled.

Looking at his phone, he stood up.

“Sorry, it’s my girlfriend. Gotta go.”

The sundae was reduced to a floating cherry.

Nico Fontelo is an enthusiast in mixed martial arts. He also enjoys strawberry shortcakes and sweet tea.