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[Ribbons was about to start the piece again, but Ashton's unease was very hard to miss. What with the day's earlier encounters, he cannot help but feel a lot more receptive to body language.] Are you alright, Ashton? I-- I'm sorry I certainly do not mean to impose...
[He turns to face his guest.] It's quite alright if you don't feel like dancing. You can stay and watch if you like... [And what goes without saying is that Ashton is also free to leave if he wishes.]