[Well, that answered his unspoken question about her trusting him with this kind of information. He had no intention of bringing her harm, quite the opposite. He valued her company and would protect her if they found themselves in a rough situation. Unlikely with the big romantic mood of the place but to each their own.]

The only thing I'm going to kill on occasion is a dad joke. [Which he had done on the network once or twice. That was the benefit of being a father and more aged.] And maybe all I want to steal is your heart. [See? See, he had some moves. Not his best attempt, but hey, corny was still heartfelt now and again.

He smirked, though in no way could he throw stones at her choice of decoration. His place was flat plain white walls.] You know, I hear that home decor is a hobby that someone may wish to take up should they be looking for an activity to fill the time...