[Still too stiff - posture impeccable despite the way he tries to keen his shoulders into the wall. He has no practice with such simple, commonplace mannerisms, only nearly two decades of being taught the opposite.
He returns her smile easily enough, however. Alex's company is welcome. Dimitri knows her to be a level person, someone he can trust to help him navigate this sector of city life.]
Yes, of course. I'd be happy to have you. [Truly, he would. Dimitri shifts away from the wall, placing his hand gently at her elbow to guide her towards an open floor-seat in the room. Pillows, thin vibrant blankets, and a tray for food and drink await them.
He gestures for her to sit first, as is only polite.] Please - let's stay for another performance.
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He returns her smile easily enough, however. Alex's company is welcome. Dimitri knows her to be a level person, someone he can trust to help him navigate this sector of city life.]
Yes, of course. I'd be happy to have you. [Truly, he would. Dimitri shifts away from the wall, placing his hand gently at her elbow to guide her towards an open floor-seat in the room. Pillows, thin vibrant blankets, and a tray for food and drink await them.
He gestures for her to sit first, as is only polite.] Please - let's stay for another performance.