Now, that was an actual invitation, and it an invitation from an attractive woman that it would just be rude to turn down. Anyway, he reasoned, it was still relatively early and it would probably be a few more hours before Iris started hitting up local bars or clubs.
"I wouldn't say no to company," Sam said amiably with another easy smile. Despite his age, he actually quite liked it when a woman made the first overture, even if it was just a friendly one. At least that way you knew where you stood. "I'm Sam, by the way," he offered, gesturing for her to lead on to the tavern.