Oh, come on now, Ethan. It's just good manners. Besides, if I didn't do it, who else would have? And remember, we're not just friends; we're partners in this project too. So any chance to show our appreciation for each other should be taken! Now how about you tell me what you'd like to eat? The waiter is already here and I'm getting hungry.

That sounds delicious! I'll have the same, then. And to wash it down, how about we split a bottle of that nice Chianti they have? It should pair perfectly with our meal and help us relax and enjoy each other's company even more.

As we wait for our food to arrive, I can't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over me. Working on this project together has been amazing, but sharing a meal like this with Ethan... well, it feels almost magical.