"It is a long story." And for once, he mostly doesn't come out looking back in it. "Myself and another were sent into the desert to collect samples of salamanders. Although I still don't know the reasoning for wanting them."

Seriously, have you ever seen a salamander? Imagine having a ton of them in a little glass box, all wiggling around and trying to escape. It's not pleasant.

"Perhaps." Her words bring a slight smirk to his features. "I was hoping that you might share a meal with me and allow me to apologize." The other hand, still gingerly holding the small bouquet offers them forward, the bright colors a welcoming sight. "It was never my intention to leave you alone."