It is exceptionally likely you would have been going hungry, if you'd done that. The buffet doors would have slammed shut so fast it'd make your nub spin. [ There are limits to what he can abide.

He takes a seat beside her, but this is where a little of his confidence starts to flag. It is still a bit awkward to him, initiating this. Maybe best to leave it up to her. ]

So... whenever you're ready, I guess.