Aw, shucks. [Try as he might not to blush, Augustine finds himself blushing nonetheless.] You honestly give me far too much praise. However, I'm grateful to have been some help but again, I must stress that you are indeed to be as wild and free as you wish.

[Their first kiss is brief but not the second one he gives her. He lets his lips linger on hers for awhile.]

As if I would ever complain about being tethered to your side.

[The dhampir winks at her playfully before gently ushering her inside towards the ballroom.]]

Let's get this party started off right, shall we?