( it's a satisfying answer, but is it enough to make up for the fact that she can't go see him during the day? )

Then wouldn't it make more sense to keep me close?

( she's playing so nice by letting this poor man eat.

.. but it doesn't mean she won't draw idle little figures over the still-clothed firm of his chest. she has to keep herself occupied somehow if she's trying to keep her hands from wandering.

though a thought does occur to her, now that he says that. )

Are you sure you'll be alright for the party, then? You are going to have me as eyecandy on your arm, and people are bound to be curious about someone you bring.