She was obviously trying, and while he was exhausting the topics of conversation he had, he didn't much mind. For him these had been long months of solitude and boredom mixed with aggravation. Just being around her was enough. "I'm glad you feel that way. And all we have is a flooded basement. It's being dealt with."
When they arrived at the gardens he smiled. He'd paid them to let them take the car to the area he'd wanted, and he'd long ago learned if you threw enough money around most mortals let you do anything.
When they arrived near the area he'd picked out the car stopped and he got out. He walked to her side and opened her door before offering his hand. He was well aware she may not take it. "We're here." He'd had the actual place lit up with candles and a small table. He hoped she liked it.