If he knew how she was feeling he would immediately tell her not to feel guilty, he was in the same boat after all.

"I've also never been the biggest fan of large gatherings like this. I used to have to go to these formal banquets with my father and they were always terrible. This one isn't as bad as that though." It's kind of fun if he doesn't let himself think too hard about it.

He grins at her. "That's great. Yeah, I have three friends here. Running into them was a relief."