"As much as it pains me to admit such a horrifying truth," he cleared his throat, "I wouldn't frequent this place these days except Signor deLuca is a friend of my family." It was as close to admitting he couldn't afford it as he would admit.
He already knew what he wanted so he didn't bother to open the menu and instead ordered another glass of wine. He stared at the bracelet he had sent her and shook his head. "It is yours unless you don't want it." he was smiling. "You think I invite all the girls I loathe to dinner?" that actually made him laugh. "I doubt you would see me eating with Granger or any of the others." He leaned forward and plucked the bracelet from her fingers. "May I?" he asked as he moved to fasten it to her wrist.