[ yesterday... was exhausting, and to be honest he isn't really in the mood for a party today, but he's here anyway because he knows he should be. he knows it will be good for him; relaxing, a little. and he believes in its purpose: to let the Defense Force members get to know one another.
and besides -- Lelouch wanted to come. which is reason enough.
as they come up onto the roof, he finds himself smiling almost automatically. the mood is good, and he can already feel it starting to lift his spirits. ]