Having made the two drinks, Ari caught the beer and had already taken a bite of pizza - which she nearly choked on - when Merri reacted to news of Champagne's identity. "Never let it be said that Aspel and I don't give the best gifts," she said airily. "Or, at least, the most memorable ones."
She set her beer down to start on Merri's drink when he at last managed to request it. "Really, you three - I thought Drake was the only one who drank like a child." She angled an amused look at Rictor, told him, "Don't worry, I do think we will make it through this beer without their aid, if necessary."
At the request for entertainment, she nearly suggested providing some herself when Merri mentioned a game. "A fine plan," she endorsed immediately. "What sort of game would you like to play? I'm far too sober yet for most of those which immediately come to my mind."