“Hence why you for right in,” he teases back. There are still pockets of court behavior, but she has a fire in her, deep stubborn obstinance.

She’s easy to dance with; it’s been a long time since he had partner who had been instructed in similar ways, and it’s fun to let himself blend that with the more casual style, guiding her easily and her following his steps. She asks her question and he spins her out, then back in, grinning at her. “One of your best wife qualities,” he agrees. “And it makes me a good husband to keep you so amused.”