It's very nice to meet you! [ Although the cheer dampens a bit seeing how much of a hard time he was having with those pancakes.. ][ Or is it just that it's well known.. ] the restaurant holds that it would taste so awful.

[ She thinks a moment. ]

I know I'm not responsible but I can't help but feel bad that you aren't enjoying your meal. [ He's either legitimately finding it disgusting or he was like the nobles (well, former) back home who fuss over "commoner meals". She wasn't about to call it out though, but she did think for a few minutes what might be something more palatable for him. ... which probably wasn't much given the menu. ]

Em, I was thinking of ordering a small dessert, like a piece of cheesecake or two to go with my drink - have you had it before? I can split mine with you if you'd like to try it.