Uninvited Company

Valerie looked at Declan with confusion.

Declan also looked at her and said, "Let's go together. I haven't eaten either."

Valerie squeezed an awkward smile and said, "It might not be convenient. I mean, you don't even know my friend."

Declan replied, "It's fine. I won't sit at the same table with you."

Valerie hesitated for a moment, then said, "Alright."

As they left the restaurant and walked a s