The wine lightened the atmosphere between Brian and Joanna, and as she finished her second glass, he poured her a third. The waiter had just cleared their dinner dishes. They were waiting for dessert, and they were both in a good mood.
Joanna was not a heavy drinker, and the wine they were drinking was strong, so she was already feeling the effects. Her head was dizzy, and if the situation were different, she would have refused the third glass. When she was with Brian, though, she felt compelled to release her inhibitions.
Brian raised his glass, and in his best German accent, he said, "Prost?"
Joanna giggled, raised her glass, and tapped it against his. "Yes!" she exclaimed. "Cheers!" Then she brought the glass to her mouth and downed it in one go. If he wants to get drunk, then I will
