"Funny. I was never much of one for either of those, myself. Life's more interesting that way."
There still seems to be a bit of a wait for tables. After a quick glance at the seating area past the hostess' station, Jim turns his attention back to Irene. "I'm also not that great at doing things on my own," he says. "Forgive me if this is forward and you're under no obligation to even consider the idea, let alone accept; I'd enjoy some company with dinner, if you're willing."
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There still seems to be a bit of a wait for tables. After a quick glance at the seating area past the hostess' station, Jim turns his attention back to Irene. "I'm also not that great at doing things on my own," he says. "Forgive me if this is forward and you're under no obligation to even consider the idea, let alone accept; I'd enjoy some company with dinner, if you're willing."