[ All things considered, it's probably for the best that he hasn't been forced to kiss Pike. He would either feel really awkward or get too carried away-- most likely a combination of the two, and he wouldn't know how to explain that to the man.

In a place like this, though, he can't discard the possibility of that happening sooner or later anyway. Especially now that the thought has been planted in his head. ]

Oh, that's alright. I'm good for it, I wouldn't let you pay anyway. [ He shrugs and smiles. ] Come on. I know a few nice places where we can eat.