[ No doubt the world was changing, what with dignitaries finding whatever excuse to throw gatherings like this. While it would be bad form not to show up upon a diplomat's invitation, Riza had to admit that one party after another can get a quite mind-numbing.
-- and these social obligations fell on top of their usual obligations, added with a sprinkling of extra caution, what with the more recent development in their relationship. The world was changing, but not in a pace that was ideal for them.
In between dances and drinks, Riza took to the higher floor, leaning on the railing overlooking the ballroom. Thoughts such as wanting to spend each dance with him and to be by his side all throughout the night were more forward in her mind; oh, the desires had been there, but they had been successfully kept at bay. From her vantage point, her eyes scan the floor, either following Roy or trying to spot any potential threat.
If he was still mingling about, he might chance in meeting her gaze, and she will give him a little smile. Otherwise, if she doesn't find him, she might just abandon her spot and look for him elsewhere... ]
ooga booga owo
-- and these social obligations fell on top of their usual obligations, added with a sprinkling of extra caution, what with the more recent development in their relationship. The world was changing, but not in a pace that was ideal for them.
In between dances and drinks, Riza took to the higher floor, leaning on the railing overlooking the ballroom. Thoughts such as wanting to spend each dance with him and to be by his side all throughout the night were more forward in her mind; oh, the desires had been there, but they had been successfully kept at bay. From her vantage point, her eyes scan the floor, either following Roy or trying to spot any potential threat.
If he was still mingling about, he might chance in meeting her gaze, and she will give him a little smile. Otherwise, if she doesn't find him, she might just abandon her spot and look for him elsewhere... ]