"You're welcome," Mallory said, beaming up at him. She was so happy to see him again - and Elise, who looked very drunk already.
"Guys, this is Brian," she introduced him, gesturing to each person in turn. "Brian, this is Elise and.. well, Benson already introduced himself."
"Hey," Brian said gruffly, sounding a tad disinterested. He was eyeing the case of beer in his hands, and looked anxious to start drinking.
Putting down the case of beer, he opened one for himself and then offered some to the two people in front of him, who he assumed were dating. They seemed that way, anyhow. Brian couldn't help but notice the short skirt that the girl was wearing. She was pretty hot.