...Soon they were at Garnet's home.  John, for better or for worse, hadn't tried anything more than taking Garnet's hand during the walk.  But now what?

Garnet stood there, waiting with her eyes closed. Normally, she liked taking the initiative, but she wanted to see what John would do.

John knew his cue and went for the kiss...

Garnet was willing to give him a more passionate kiss than normal for a first date.