Emily smiled slightly as Julian leaned forward, his tone calmed her down, maybe she shouldn't be treating this as a test, or some sort of game, more than an actual date, she pondered to herself.
Maybe it was a time, to be honest, with herself more, than with Julian as he already uncovered Emily's past. It was time for a move, which Emily hadn't done since for many years.
After taking a sip from her ale, she placed the glass onto the table before her, but she withdraws her hand, she left it there in a space away from the drinks, almost inviting Julian in.
The two fell silent almost, Emily's eyes fixed on Julian, seeing what his move would be, had she been too rough on him? Had she scared him away?
Breaking the silence, Emily spoke out softly, and gently, matching the same seriousness as Julian, somewhat scared to open up. "See where it goes..."