Khalida smiles broader, then the bartender taps her shoulder. “Excuse me, Miss Li, but we’re running low on wine. Could you get that maid behind you?” Khalida looks back at the overworked girl, then she turns back with a smile. “Don’t worry about it sir, I’ll get it myself.” The bartender’s eyebrows raise in shock. “Uh are you sure, ma’am? I don’t want you to get hurt and if something happened to you-“ Khalida laughs lightly. “Call me Khalida, and I’ll take a friend. How about that?” “If your-“ Khalida puts a hand on his arm. “I am.” The bartender sighs in relief. “Thank you so much, Khalida.” 

Asa smiles and watches them. 

Sorcha looks into his eyes, blushing deeper.