Although Penny had hoped that they would reach the actual purpose of this conversation sooner rather than later, she was still quite taken aback by how quickly they had jumped into a mood change that would likely color the rest of the discussion. Brow furrowed slightly at the quick switch of tone, she watched Percy for a moment before turning her attention to the expectant waiter with a polite smile.
"Oh, I'll just have a glass of water, too, please." She managed to dismiss him politely enough, and once he had turned away to return to the building and was safely out of earshot, she brought her gaze back to Percy, speaking softly as well, genuine concern all too evident in her voice even now. "What's going on? Are you alright?"