[b]"I'm not worried about getting drunk," Ella sighed before finishing her drink and then putting her glass down. She took note that keeping up with Marken while drinking was an acceptable practice, at least around him. She'd probably have to hold back a little around others, for the sake of modesty of course.

Damn it, she was so off base. Marken practically had her dancing in his hands right now, the littlest comments he said setting her off. She needed to calm herself, and to not allow her emotions to sway her. At this rate, she was just putting him off with her insecurity.

"Should I be present when you speak with your father later?" Ella asked Marken, getting back on topic. She rested her chin on her palm and forced herself to relax, her eyes closing for a moment.[/b]