She looked nervous. Was that good or not? At least she hadn't seemed revolted or yelled at him or anything for asking such a question. He tried not to look too desperate as he waited for her answer, even though he was putting a lot on the line right now. He was very much out of his comfort zone.
"Not necessarily," he slowly replied. "People go on dates before they actually... actually are dating, don't they?" He fought the urge to apologize and tell her to forget he'd said anything, because he honestly didn't regret asking, nor did he want to take it back.