Jasper actually smiled a little when Bianca mentioned where she lived, relieved she had offered the information. It made it less awkward for him when he said, "That isn't very far at all, is it? It'll make things easier when I drop off that album for you." Belatedly, it occurred to Jasper that maybe he was being not only forward, but presumptuous.
He was grateful when Bianca changed the subject. "Those sound good. Have you been baking very long? I mean, do you do it professionally?"