[For better or for worse, he wears his heart on his sleeve, though he's come to believe that they complement one another extremely well in that regard. He notes the blush in her cheeks and is almost certain that it mirrors his own, even as he makes an effort not to be entirely overcome by how much he admires her.

He gives her a knowing smile as he takes his seat opposite her, proceeding to fill a glass for her to match his own.]

For my part, I didn't even know such a holiday existed until quite recently. I do appreciate you humoring me.

[It may not have been a priority for her before now, but there's no denying they have something worth celebrating. He sets the bottle down and slides her glass across the table towards her, then reaches for his own.]

Given the last few months, I find myself in quite the celebratory mood!