He raised an eyebrow at Ella's comment and wondered if it was too late to make his excuses and run for the nearest dimly lit bar. But somehow he couldn't imagine running out on Ella, no matter how odd the evening seemed to be starting out.
He made a picture of dutifulness as he went over and opened the wine with the ease of a man who had done that task often. He chose his words carefully, but his voice was a conversational grumble when he spoke. "Ella, I fail to see why charm would require a warning... Especially since I only think I'm charming..." With wine successful removed, he turned to Leah, "Ella and I are newly acquainted--I just moved into 1107, so Ella and I have bonded over the trials of unpacking." He explained.