[Alecta/Altair/Ari/Open]
"Certainly, Darling," Altair called after her. "Just notify me when your busy schedule allows."
Then he turned back to Ari, hiding a laugh behind his hand. "I'm not sure that was wise, my dear," he said softly. "She does have such a quick temper. All the same, it was the most amusing encounter I've seen so far this year."
He held out his hand for hers. "Shall we?" he asked. "I've so been looking forward to dancing with the most beautiful woman at the ball."