Just smile and be happy.
It was nice to hear that they already agreed on so much (verbal and nonverbal), not that he'd had any doubts since they'd been working together thus far. But Zavien still laughed at the apt comparison. "I suppose you're right. We'll just have to keep up the good work." Ever the optimist, he was certain that they would find a way to keep Stormbreak strong in spite of the questionable leadership.
Alternatively, it was hard to deny the very obvious approval of his playful suggestion, which had his mind wondering about other physical actions that she might approve of; but being the gentleman (and idiot) he was, Zavien just deadpanned momentarily. Perhaps his brain had short-circuited, or maybe he'd pushed more than just the suggestive thoughts from his mind, but his expression had gone completely blank. Luckily, it didn't last more than half a millisecond before his face brightened, a loud disbelieving laugh coming out as he said, "I'll keep that in mind." And he definitely would.
Her question made him chuckle a little softer this time, shaking his head. "I highly doubt it. If anything, it's a compliment." Waving over the server again, he politely asked for a box and the check. There was no judgement in the man's face as he obliged, returning with a small container made of thick paper which would be packaged up for her. Meanwhile, Zavien paid, adding a large tip and smile for the wonderful experience. Sol hopped off his lap and stretched, preparing to hitch a ride again on Zavien's shoulder once they were walking.
When Lena was ready, he finished off the dregs of his wine then stood and offered her a hand. "Shall we? I believe we have things to see and desserts to find." He gave her a chivalrous grin, ready to explore the area a little more, although reluctant to leave behind the glowing restaurant.
Alternatively, it was hard to deny the very obvious approval of his playful suggestion, which had his mind wondering about other physical actions that she might approve of; but being the gentleman (and idiot) he was, Zavien just deadpanned momentarily. Perhaps his brain had short-circuited, or maybe he'd pushed more than just the suggestive thoughts from his mind, but his expression had gone completely blank. Luckily, it didn't last more than half a millisecond before his face brightened, a loud disbelieving laugh coming out as he said, "I'll keep that in mind." And he definitely would.
Her question made him chuckle a little softer this time, shaking his head. "I highly doubt it. If anything, it's a compliment." Waving over the server again, he politely asked for a box and the check. There was no judgement in the man's face as he obliged, returning with a small container made of thick paper which would be packaged up for her. Meanwhile, Zavien paid, adding a large tip and smile for the wonderful experience. Sol hopped off his lap and stretched, preparing to hitch a ride again on Zavien's shoulder once they were walking.
When Lena was ready, he finished off the dregs of his wine then stood and offered her a hand. "Shall we? I believe we have things to see and desserts to find." He gave her a chivalrous grin, ready to explore the area a little more, although reluctant to leave behind the glowing restaurant.
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