He loved being hugged like that, the way people showed all their affection for others in one very simple gesture. He didn't want to let go either, but it would look awkward if they went on too much longer.
"That's good!" he replied. "My apartment is just on the corner so I'm here all the time, and they deliver until Midnight, so there have been a few nights where I've brought the cafe to me." He realized he was babbling, but that was something of a bad habit for him. "I don't mind at all! I got a new gig doing a," he shrugged, "thing, and they gave me an advance. So, I'm doing well right now. And I'm more than happy to treat, anytime."