Elias shook his head, but smiled as he slid into the booth opposite Barrett. "You make it sound like you intend to eat only apple pie for lunch, but I'm glad you're happy to be here. It's refreshing after a morning of work, I suppose." He raised his eyebrow as if to challenge that Barrett had been working all morning before coming to the art class. All just harmless teasing though. The waitress who came over eyed him, clearly curious considering Elias so often didn't spend his lunches with anyone or show this kind of easy smile. It looked much the same as his usual smile, but perceptive eyes could tell the difference.

"Hey there, huns. What can I get you two today?" she drawled.

Elias smiled up at her, missing the perception in her eyes. "I'll start with a glass of tea please and whatever your soup of the day is. I'm sure it will be delightful whatever it is, Jody."