Re: Care & Nik - Thank you.
Nik returned her smile easily. "It was my pleasure, Caroline." Maybe that just sounded like what you were supposed to say, but he meant it. Nik had enjoyed spending time with Caroline as they had worked together on this party. He'd been glad to be able to do something for the Gilberts, as well. All in all, he'd been happy to help make this party a memorable one.
"Are you enjoying the party or are you too busy checking up on things?" he asked her. Nik had watched Caroline, which sounded kind of creepy, but it was true. He'd observed things about her that most people missed and even though they'd only recently begun spending any real time together (as peers, anyway), Nik knew her reasonably well. He knew how much she needed to be in control, especially when it involved those she cared about. It would be fully in character for Caroline to spend so much time worrying over the details, even now, that she forgot to have a good time, herself. He hoped that wasn't the case, though. The Gilberts weren't the only one who deserved a fun night.