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Still laughing from the final scene, Fiona sat with a smile across her face which spread from ear to ear, fully pleased with Disney's movie Frozen, she rose to her feet once the wall-o-credits began rolling and the small pictures and scenes had come to an end. All at once the LED lights and wall sconces began to illuminate the walk ways making it easier to exit the theater without bumping into someone or tripping over a bag by mistake. Letting out a small amused laugh, she watched as various people got up significantly quicker than others no doubt making a break for the restroom.

With a shake of her head she turned to face Fionan, stormy blue eyes full of happiness fell upon his muddy green eyes, a color quite unique unto him. "Shall we?" she inquired while collecting her belongings. Unable to help herself she began humming the melody to the song 'Let it Go'. One she had heard plenty of times before finally making it to the theater due to the number of times patrons at the Destiny City Ice Rink requested to listen to Demi Lovato's version.

"I'm actually good," she replied. Though she probably should take the oportunity, the thought of waiting in line to use the restroom was less than appealing and a grand waste of time. "We can grab refills on the way out then see if there is any place local that is still open. Are you craving anything particular?" she inquired considering she wasn't exactly in the mood for anything specific just so long as it was edible.

Before exiting out into the hallway Fiona tossed the empty box of Sour Patch Kids in the recycle bin the linked her now free arm through Fionan's. As the two made their way to the concession stand for a refill on their beverages she confirmed his inquiry "Don't worry, I'll be heading over right when class lets out. I already asked my boss for the day off two weeks ago and he okayed it, so we're in the clear. Is there anything you want me to bring?

Fiona removed the lid off her drink and handed the cup to the concession stand worker, requesting a refill on lemonade. "I'll make some fresh oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and bring them over for desert." It has been a few weeks since she last baked something, it would be good to make something sweet again.

When the gal behind the counter handed Fiona her drink, she smiled sincerely and offered a polite "Thank you" before putting the lid back on and linking her arm back through Fionan's and proceeding out the exit. "I can think of two places that might be open. There is a Thai truck about five blocks that way" with her drink in hand she pointed down the street to their left, "Orrr, there is a hotdog stand at the near the bus station that way" she then pointed down the street in front of them. "Pick your poison" she teased leaving the decision up to him for now.

Allowing him to take the lead she switched topics back to one of the last things he had mentioned a moment ago. "So tell me, what are the new events? Unfortunately I haven't had much time recently to look up anything regarding the Olympics." It wasn't that she wasn't interested in what was going on with the games or when certain events would be showing, far from it. Rather she had just been very busy as of late with school projects corner and work, she had little time to herself and what time she did have, she much preferred to spend it with her boyfriend, Fionan assuming he was available as well.

Turning her full attention onto him as they walked side by side, she looked at him with a look of endearment. Truly happy having been given the chance to spend time with him, just him, oh how she enjoyed evenings like these.

Though they had been together for a while now, simple gestures of affection still made butterflies take flight and her cheeks turn a light pink. Fiona turned slate blue eyes upon her boyfriend Fionan as she couldn't help but wonder how did I ever get so lucky as to have you in my life. It was a conundrum in and of itself, but she wasn't about to go look a gift horse in the mouth. He was the best thing to happen in her life and for that she was beyond thankful.

At the mention of team figure skating, Fiona tilted her head to the side "I'm surprised that nobody has said anything about that at work! For as much as she loved figure skating it was a surprise that she seemed to be the last person to find out about this. However she couldn't help but wonder how they planned to judge the performance with more than two people to keep an eye on; it seemed like pairs would be hard enough.

With an excited look in her eyes she added "We definitely got to watch it! Unless there's another event you'd like to watch instead. We could always watch it later, Xfinity should have the events posted on OnDemand."

Fiona leaned her head to the side so it rested on Fionan's shoulder, thankful that though it was brisk outside it wasn't raining. She briefly daydreamed what it would be like to see the Olympics in person as the two of them walked down the near empty street towards the Thai Truck; a place she had only eaten on a few occasions over this last summer and had meant to bring him to if only to try their curry combos.

"Once we get home we can check online to see if anything has been posted. So far the two of them had been lucking enough that when they reached the curb to cross the street they had pedestrian right of way. "Truthfully if it wasn't for figure skating I don't think I'd watch the Winter Olympics. I feel like there are more interesting events to watch for the Summer ones" Plus it was always fun seeing Fionan and his family get excited watching Football - soccer.

"Though I'll admit the presentation wasn't bad, but I honestly don't think anyone will ever be able to outdo the Beijing summer opening. Now that was amazing. Saddly she had to work during part of the opening but from the clips she did see later on, it was truly amazing

Upon approaching the curb, Fiona reached out and tapped the cross walk button. Within seconds the light changed and the two of them, hand in hand crossed the intersection and hung a left. Not more than half of a block ahead of them was the Thai Truck, still parked at the corner of the grocery store parking lot.

Even though she had been nursing her lemonade throughout the movie, Fiona's stomach made it's presence known once the smell of food wafted through the air towards them. Standing in front of the laminated menu that hung on the side of the truck, with a smile spread across her face Fiona leaned over and gave Fionan a kiss on his temple "I already know what I'm going to get. Their red curry combo is amazing!" Red curry on white rice with a side of phad thai and two mini spring rolls, enough food for two meals but oh so delicious.

Knowing not to question his generosity Fiona instead smiled sincerely at Fionan and gave him another kiss on the cheek “Thank you, I appreciate it.” Nodding her head in agreement, she then added “I think she’d appreciate it” His mother was such a sweet lady, the way she worried about her son was quite endearing and often brought a smile to Fiona’s face.

It took only a few moments for the gentleman in the truck to open the window and take their order. “Ahh, okay okay. One red curry combo, one kua gai and one pad see ew yes?” he asked seeking confirmation that he understood their order correctly.

“Yes that should be it, thank you!” Fiona replied with a nod of her head as emphasis that everything sounded right.

“Your total is 23.78.” He more or less announced with an outstretched hand to accept the money from Fionan. Change in hand he added “Should be done in 15.” before closing the window once again, leaving the two of them alone for the time being.

As there was no seating area set up at the moment with how late it was, Fiona took the opportunity to maneuver herself in front of Fionan, wrap her arms around his waist and rest her head on his shoulder for some semblance of warmth. Okay so the song from the movie wasn’t quite true to her, unless she was moving around or had more layers on, yes the cold have a tendency to bother her from time to time which is why she currently sought his warmth. “Thank you for going out with me today. It was nice get out of the house for a bit and take a break from school and work. To just have some you and me time. It truly means a lot.” Between school projects and homework assignments as well as working nearly full time at the ice rink, times like this were valued above all else; which was why she was looking forward to the Olympic opening – an excuse to spend more time with Fionan.

”Mmm,” she purred resting her head against his shoulder ”hot chocolate sounds good about now.” For someone who worked at the Destiny City Ice Skating Rink in downtown it was a wonder as to why the weather outside was affecting her so.

Looking up, Fiona let out a small laugh ”I guess the song doesn’t quite apply to me, at least not tonight anyway.” the cold unfortunately did bother her despite being wrapped up in her winter coat as well as a scarf. Then again they did just walk out of a warm theater into freezing winter weather, and the added wind chill definitely didn’t help matters.

Not much time had passed since the two of them had ordered their food did her kneecaps begin to bounce up and down followed by rather loud teeth chattering. Prompted by his suggestion of hailing a cab, Fiona nodded her head in agreement ”I honestly don’t think I’ll make the walk home.” she admitted. The cold was one thing, however the added wind and potential rain was something else entirely, neither of which made the prospect of walking home sound appealing in the slightest.

Snaking her arms around Fionan’s torso, she linked her fingers together behind him and began singing the Elsa song from Frozen once again ♫Let it go, let it go, And I’ll rise like the break of dawn, let it go let it go, that perfect girl is gone♫

No sooner had she just finished humming the melody did the gentleman who took their order again poke his head out of the Thai truck window. One red curry combo, one Kua Gai, and one Pad See Ew! I put napkins and forks in the bag for you. Thank you for coming.

Fiona tilted her head back enough to give Fionan a kiss on the cheek before releasing her warmth sapping hold from around his waist to retrieve the carry-out bags. ”Thank you! Hope you have a nice evening.” Accepting the warm food, she smiled politely up at the man then turned back to Fionan, linking her arm through his once again. ”Home time?” she asked with a sing-song sound to her voice despite knowing the answer already.

Always so considerate Fiona drew the contents of the bag close and pulled warmth from it all the while shielding it from the January winter chill. "Thank you" she replied, resting her head against his shoulder.

After walking down the street for several blocks down to the main boulevard she watched as Fionan hailed a taxi cab and waited patiently for it to pull over. "Do we need to swing by and pick anything up before we get to your house?" Beverages or snacks for the rest of his family who'd be watching the game would be nice and the convenience store wasn't too far away from his home that they couldn't just walk the rest of the way.