[Color=cyan]Something about Eric's words was very comforting. Ari felt her cheeks flush a hot red. [b]"Yes... I am."[/b] She smiled once more and again pulled her shawl close as an unfamiliar woman approached. [i]It's not my party, though...[/i] She chose to respond only with a nod, feeling a bit intimidated. As the woman continued into the building, the young siren visibly relaxed and once again looked up at Eric. [b]"Are you tired?"[/b] She asked, cocking her head to the side curiously. She had noticed his sigh.[/color]