"Hm? I had chosen too. It was my destiny foretold and written in the stars since my childhood." He said mildly, but he appreciated her thoughtfulness. Here, he's no longer has any ties to the goddess anymore. He has tried to sense her across the universe, but there's no signal for him to connect to Athena.

It is crowded, but it's a happy atmosphere. There maybe an occasional bump, but it does raise the good energy as people chat and dine in one place. The hostess leads them to a table and sitting at one of the seats where it's the least crowded.

"Not many, but there are holidays here. The last one celebrates winter and gift-giving last month."

(There are vegetarian options on the menu!) With a nod, "Desserts and tea." He said as he placed his order with the waiter and orders a set of sandwiches, soup, and salad too. When the food arrives, there's a tray enough to feed for four.

"Help yourself. So, heron clan? Is your people are like that? With wings and grace such as yourself?"