[ And there's no one to force him anymore back home. They're not too loud, but raising one's voice at social events back home would be considered uncouth and showing a lack of respect and etiquette. Besides, the quieter he is at dinners and balls, the less attention from women looking to marry he gets.
Sometimes, anyway. ]
Tea would be alright. [ He looks to his hands and realizes they're empty. Damn. He must have left the flowers with the cake on the table. ] Sorry-- I'll be right back!
[ It doesn't take long anyway. He returns quickly with a small bouquet of agrimony. He barely gets to raise it toward her before his cheeks glow. ]
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[ And there's no one to force him anymore back home. They're not too loud, but raising one's voice at social events back home would be considered uncouth and showing a lack of respect and etiquette. Besides, the quieter he is at dinners and balls, the less attention from women looking to marry he gets.
Sometimes, anyway. ]
Tea would be alright. [ He looks to his hands and realizes they're empty. Damn. He must have left the flowers with the cake on the table. ] Sorry-- I'll be right back!
[ It doesn't take long anyway. He returns quickly with a small bouquet of agrimony. He barely gets to raise it toward her before his cheeks glow. ]