[ For Balthier, on the other hand, a kiss on the cheek is a fairly standard greeting from home. He'd had every intention of doing so before he got distracted by David's face. ]

David, you wound me. I am an exceptional connoisseur of rare and delicate items in circumstances much more precarious than this.

[ He sets the bag gently on the table. Then, hands freed, turns to David. He takes both his hands and gives him a quick peck on the cheek -- nothing more than greeting, but definitely the warm greeting of someone he already knows and enjoys the company off. ]

Also, hello, it's wonderful to see you.

[ He releases David and gestures to the table. ]

Also, is this to your standards? Peter insisted the table and couch was a more appropriate set-up for a, ah, 'flicks and chill' date. Also I have a kettle on if you'd like tea.

[ He only has the bland white coffee cups from room service and some disposable tea filters, but he found a black and rose blend at a local market that's closer to the one he likes from home. ]