Alena was certainly an odd sort, becoming so uncomfortable with her presence and the light contact between them. At least it was light in her own opinion, quite used to the more personal interactions between people back home and having had to remember to keep a respectful distance from others since coming to this country. Still, there was no real reason for her to be quite so nervous in her opinion, but as she looked up at her taller dance partner she started to feel a bit remiss in having her go through such a thing even if she had been the one to offer. At the very least it seemed her powers of sway on those around them had lessened since she advised her to focus on her, the steady warmth from that pull making things quite a bit more enjoyable than they would be otherwise.

"[color=00a651]Do not worry too much about it, Alena.[/color]" The shorter woman said softly, staying close through the dance and keeping pace quite easily. "[color=00a651]It is quite enjoyable, though if you wish perhaps next time I'll have a back to the dress.[/color]" Devi flashed a smile, brilliant teeth showing between those full lips before the next comment had her blushing and taking on a more bashful expression. True enough, Alena had made such mentions before and with the same nervous blush, but here on the floor with so many others around it sounded different. Perhaps it was the extra influence of the woman's voice working her, or maybe that she just hadn't really been paying attention before then, but she retreated a little bit internally and only returned a shy smile and mumbled thanks.

Devi had little doubt in the woman as she dipped low, feeling herself slowly lowered through one of the more showy moves of the dance. She was quite light after all, and not to mention her sense of balance was on point as she had shown through the little endeavor. As fun as it was though, the music had been winding down and while the next song was starting it was a good opportunity to take a step back and let both of them breathe for a moment. Perhaps even let Alena relax and not deck anyone else on accident.

To that end, Devi took the lead this time "[color=00a651]We can, though it seems he's got a new friend and is heading out of the main hall.[/color]" She mentioned on the way to the side of the dance floor, wanting for the moment to just get out of the way of those moving in to take their turn and those still remaining. "[color=00a651]But yes, it was rather fun. Did not think it would be quite as easy, though maybe I just had a good teacher.[/color]" Again that disarming smile she had, trying to ease the light tension while she found a couple empty seats and sat down. Her hand gently pat the one next to her, inviting Alena to join her.

"[color=00a651]Do you wish to go in for another dance once we've had a moment, or is it maybe time to head back to the room?[/color]"

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