The librarian

[melindajo2000]

I rarely write myself a story but after watching the office and seeing Ryan in Ohio I knew I had to lol. Hope you like it Jessie and Sanda you will be in it as well

ch 1


Melinda was working at the library, a job where she had been for three years and she really liked. She liked reading the books as well as helping others out. It had been a hard year for her, and she was really looking forward to seeing what the new year held for her. She hadn't been on a date in over two years, though her best friends Jessie and Sanda wanted to fix her up. She just didn't believe in blind dates- they were bad luck she thought. So every night she went home, turned on Mash or Cheers and cuddled up to a good book.

Little did she know that today was the day that would change everything. A young male came up to her and asked for an application.

“Sure here you go. Do you have any experience with books?” She asked casually, trying not to notice his good looks.

“No but I have a master's degree. I've worked at a paper company for the past eight years. I just decided to make a change in my life.”

“I understand how that goes. I need some changes myself,” Melinda sighed.

“Pardon?”

“Never mind. Are you from here?”

“No Pennsylvania. I came here, this sounds crazy and I don't know why I'm telling you this, but to follow my heart. My ex girlfriend moved to Ohio with her new boyfriend and I thought I could change her mind. I guess I was wrong.”

“Oh, I'm sorry. But if you also don't mind me saying this, this sounds kind of romantic.”

“Don't tell me you like all those romantic movies.”

“Why is there something wrong with that?”

He smiled. “Nope not a thing. I kind of like them myself to tell you the truth.”

“Are you making fun of me?” Melinda asked.

“No, why would I do that? To tell you the truth talking to you has been the most fun I've had in a very long time.”

Melinda blushed. “You're having fun?”

He smiled. “Yes actually I am. I guess this wouldn't be proper...never mind.”

“You can ask me anything.”

“Would you like to go out with me this weekend? I really don't know anyone here and I think we'd have a good time. If you like you don't even have to turn my application in it probably wouldn't be proper. But I would really like to get to know you better. I don't even know your name. My name is Ryan.”

“Hi I'm Melinda. Let me get you my card. Call me sometime,” she grinned as she handed it to him.

“This might be fun. Looking forward to it.”

Melinda sighed as he walked away. “You dont know how much I'm looking forward to it.”

tbc

[Sanda]

Great start to your new story Melinda. I am so glad that me and Jessie are going to be included in your new story. I can't wait for the next update to your new story.

[jessie]

I love your new story, I'm rooting for Ryan, and Melinda already. I laughed when they said Ryan was moving to Ohio, I thought of you, I'm so happy you started this new story, I know it will be a favourite of mine to read. Please update again soon.

[melindajo2000]

ch 2

Melinda went home to the apartment she shared with Jessie and Sanda, smiling.

“what's with you?” Jessie asked as she prepared supper.

“I don't know what you mean,” Melinda blushed.

“You met someone today,” Sanda declared. “Tell us who he is.”

“You just have love on your brain because Reid proposed,” Melinda laughed, dodging the question.

“That's true but Jessie and I can both tell something happened. Why don't you share it with us? You know you want to.”

“Okay I did meet someone today. I have a date for Friday night,” Melinda admitted.

“Who is he?” Jessie asked happily.

“His name is Ryan and he's really cute.”

“You better be careful its the cute ones that gets you in trouble,” Jessie laughed as she stirred the spaghetti.

“I know. But I cant help it. Just because you're dating Ray and Sanda is practically married doesnt mean I have to stay alone forever does it?”

“Don't get so defensive girl. You know we love you and want what's best for you. It's just when you follow your heart you get into trouble. We're just watching out for you.”

“Thanks Jessie and you two know how much I love you. I just want a fun night out, that's not too much too ask is it?”

“Define fun,” Jessie teased. Melinda playfully swatted her with a towel.

“I'll be careful I promise.”

“That's all we ask.”

Sanda picked up her cell phone and called her fiancee. “Reid you won't believe what happened today?”

“Don't tell me you're pregnant,” he laughed.

“No silly. I think I would tell you in person instead of a phone call. Melinda met someone.”

“Do you want me to check him out?”

“She'd probably kill me.”

“That's okay. I can call Ray and we can just so happen to be at the apartment when this guy shows up. We're guys we know what other ones are about.”

“You promise you wont let her get hurt?”

“Angel I know if she got hurt you would too and I would never let anything like that happen to any of your friends. It would kill me seeing you get hurt.”

“Reid have I told you how much I love you?”

“Yes but you havent invited me for supper in a few days.”

“Is that all you think about is food?” Sanda laughed.

“Pretty much.”

“You're something else. Tomorrow night you and Ray can come over. Right now we need to be there for Melinda, okay.”



“Okay. Love you angel.”

“Love you too.”

Jessie was thinking about Ray. He'd had some unfinished business back in Dallas to attend to but should be home the next night. She knew she and Sanda were lucky finding very good men. Now hopefully it was Melinda's turn. She just prayed she wouldn't get hurt, she didn't know what she would do if that happened again.

[Sanda]

Cute update Melinda. I LOVE that you have me and Reid dating and engaged to be married. Reid and Sanda are so cute and adorable together in this chapter. Reid is so cute thinking I am pregnant. LOL I especially love that you have Jessie dating Ray. I know that Jessie will love that. I LOVE that Reid and Ray are going to check out Ryan for Sanda and Jessie on Melinda's behalf. I hope that Ryan doesn't hurt Melinda.

[jessie]

Wonderful update Melinda, I love it. This story is so good, I love that you added Ray to the story, you know how much I love Jessie, and Ray as a couple. I love that Reid, and Sanda are a couple too, I just hope Melinda will be happy with Ryan. It is nice that Sanda, Jessie, and Melinda are such great friends, and they watch out for each other. Please update this awesomke story again soon.

[melindajo2000]

ch 3

Melinda was dancing on air as she got ready for her big date. Jessie, Ray, Sanda and Reid were all there waiting for her date to arrive. She hadn't said much about him so that automatically made Ray and Reid suspicious. Sanda and Jessie were telling them to relax, this could be their friend's big break, but they had a bad feeling about this Ryan fellow.

Finally right on time at six o clock the doorbell rang. Reid ran to get the door.

“Let me handle this.”

“Oh God Reid don't embarrass Melinda,” Sanda pleaded.

“Trust me Angel. I don't want anything bad to happen to her. And if Ray and I let something bad happen to her you would never forgive us right?”

“Okay but be good,” Sanda laughed.

Reid opened the door. “Who are you supposed to be? A boy scout?”

Ryan looked around nervously. “Actually I'm here for Melinda. I'm Ryan Howard nice to meet you.”

He shook out his hand but Reid didn't take it. “So Melinda tells me you're unemployed.”

“Reid!” Sanda shouted out while Jessie looked embarrassed.

“I just want to know who's supposed to pay if he doesn't have a job.”

“I will be paying. I have enough money from my last job so don't worry I can take care of Melinda,” Ryan tried to reassure Reid.

“Oh so you're cheap, is that what you're saying? Funny but your shirt looks like it cost more than Melinda's dress. If you're unemployed can you really afford a new shirt like that?”

“Hi I'm Jessie,” She interrupted while holding out her hand. “This is my friend Sanda and you've met her boyfriend Reid. My boyfriend Ray is sitting over there.”

“Maybe we could go out for a beer sometime,” Ray suggested helpfully.

“I'm actually kind of a grey goose kind of guy.” Ryan responded. Ray made a face making fun of him causing Jessie to laugh.

“I'm sorry. Ray is just goofing off. It won't happen again,” she glared at her boyfriend who looked at her sheepishly.

Melinda came out and everyone stared at her. She spent a whole week's worth on a new dress and it was worth it. Sanda and Jessie had never seen her look so pretty.

“Melinda you look...wonderful. I like your hair,” Ryan smiled as he reached over to take her hand.

“Thanks. Sanda and Jessie did it for me. I hope my friends haven't scared you off.”

“Believe me if you worked at where I used to work you can handle anything. Are you ready to go?”

Melinda looked at her friends and smiled then turned to Ryan. “Absolutely.”

“You better have her back at a decent hour. We'll be waiting,” Reid declared.

Melinda shook her head and laughed. She loved her friends but sometimes Reid could be too much.

“We'll see you when we get back. No waiting,” she teased before taking Ryan's hand and leaving the apartment.

[jessie]

Too cute I loved it, Reid cracked me up. Melinda has some amazing friends so Ryan better not hurt her or he will have to content with them. lol I hope you update again soon this is one of my favourite stories to read. Great writing.

[Sanda]

Great update Jessie. Reid was so cute and adorable interrogating Ryan as was Ray. LOL I hope that Ryan doesn't hurt Melinda or he will have to deal with Sanda, Reid, Ray and Jessie. LOL

[melindajo2000]

Melinda was nervous as Ryan held the door open for her. Reid and ray didn't like him she could tell. She hoped theu were just being overprotective of her amd that nothing was wrong with Ryan

It scared her that she liked him so quickly. He was charming and funny and seemed kind of smart
He insisted on paying for everything amd she could tell he wanted to take things further. She wasn't ready for that but she did let him kiss her good night
His hands started to wander down her back when suddenly the porch light came on.
Melinda laughed she knew it was Reid


I had a really nice time maybe we can do this again soon
Id like that she smiled as the light began to flicker
Ryan didn't care as he gave her another quick kiss.

I'd like that. Hey I have an idea I rented the three stooges maybe your friends would like to watch it with us

Sure sounds like fun
And they both walked into th house unsure of what they were getting into.

[Sanda]

Great update Melinda. I love how protective Reid, Sanda, Jesisie, and Ray are of Melnda. I hope you update this awesome story again soon.

[jessie]

Cute update Melinda, I love your story, it was nice to see a update. Hope you update again soon.