[ This is the most Max's father has been mentioned around him, but Ash wouldn't have introduced him to his old man if he'd had a choice, either. He also knows that such a fact could be used against him if someone wanted to flaunt Jessica as the real relationship. They had a kid. She knew his family. She was potentially more likely to be accepted by less family.

Ash isn't dating his family. ]

This sounds like the kind of conversation that can happen over dinner. Everything is set out.

[ It's a high class meal, with premium steak and sides, and Ash hopes that can offer a little distraction. ]

I know L.A. has a lot more vegetarians than New York, but there's enough sides and a salad if you don't like steak.