Remus hadn't exactly been prepared for the gala. He'd almost considered not attending, but he would have to admit that the history to be presented was too much to pass up. Plus, he wasn't sure how it would look if a new Hogwarts professor was not there. So, at the last minute, he was off to find something appropriate to wear, as most of his clothes were still rather shabby and he knew better than to appear at such an event in what he already had. Clothes shopping had never been his strong-suit so he hoped that he would be able to find something in a shop recommended by friends in the past.
The only problem was that the witch in front of him stopped and turned abrupting, and almost sent them both to the ground. "Oh. Sorry!" He half-caught her then dropped his hands in an awkward move as he stepped away. "Are you alright?" She looked irritated and he realized he might have pissed off the wrong type of person. Still, Remus kept a cool demeanor and offered an apologetic smile.