Recalling his own youthful feelings for Cecilia, Thomas found himself struggling to reveal such news to her.

The conversation eventually veered away from the marriage topic, ending somewhat ambiguously.

Returning home, Cecilia told Mark her day.

She had Little of substance to share about the conversation she had with Thomas, instead mentioning the pleasantness of the restaurant and the remarkable dishes of the new chef.

Mark, somewhat exasperated, remarked, "I sent you to talk important business, not to reminisce about old times with Mr. Smith."