"It's a lovely day," he began, shifting his weight slightly, "I had thought we might pull ourselves away from work long enough to enjoy it. I have food enough for the both of us, and a bottle of wine."

Was this too forward? Hopefully not. Just two friends sharing a meal. But, also...

"There is a quest as well, technically of the more intimate variety, but I asked around — it involves a quiet location and paint one can use on the body. If you do not care to indulge in that aspect, I do not mind either way. But I thought, perhaps, even doodling on our arms might entertain us."