Alex chuckled as soon as the blush rose on his cheeks.  "No, no, don't worry!  When I interview people I like to make conversation as well.  It helps them get comfortable, you know?  And plus you seem like a really nice person, I've really enjoyed talking to you so far."

The waitress came by and dropped the check.  Alex didn't dare check it, as Cole said he would pay and she believed it was rude to check it if you weren't the one paying.  "Really?  Poetry?  Can't say I'm not surprised.  You don't seem like the kinda person.  What are your short stories about?"