"I'll heed that reminder. The last thing I need is an awkward interaction... or worse, to be asked to join in. I haven't had nearly enough to drink for regrettable actions, just yet." Not that he actually would, not being one for quite that level of casual flings.

Ah, well. This is supposed to be about celebration, even if he's not doing a very good job of it. Mostly he just wants to stay away from random people who recognize who he is and are a little too curious... and Anders. He's the other priority to avoid. This is too important an occasion to Bethany for them to spoil it with the usual squabbling.

"Are you enjoying the festivities, Inessa?"