maternephilim:
“oh thank you, that’s so chivalrous.“ and there is only a passing moment before kelly thinks on her answer, before finally standing up, the glass of wine she was having still firmly on her hand. “I’ll keep it all on the menu, thank you.“ and she makes a gesture for him to lead the way.
“Suit yourself,” he answered with a grin, before turning back to his table. There were a couple of other people he had been chatting with earlier who he now commanded away with a simple wave. He was known well by the people around here, so they knew the drill, and at his table they would get exceptional service. Once by the side of the table, he gestured formally for her to sit, a small bow at the waist to complete the chivalrous statement.