It was sweet of Navia to say she preferred him like this. She understood he had little love for wearing the formal wear often needed in the big social events, and her desire to see him comfortable over looking all pristine in ostentatious tailor made outfits was very pleasing for Théadan to hear. The addition that it meant she could also ogle him while he was bare chested like this made him chuckle. He was almost tempted to remind her of who had taken the last of his shirts, and insinuate it had all been part of her plan so she could 'ogle' him in the moonlight. He stayed silent for it however, preferring to enjoy their dance taking in how it felt to have their bodies moving together, her covered chest against his bare chest, his covered legs against her bare legs. They had enough clothes for one between the two of them, they were even sharing that now.<br/><br/>She nuzzled against him, enjoying the embrace. Navia seemed happy to let him lead their slow dance for the time being while the stars above slowly turned. She teased him for that first night, making light of that first ride together, and how she had fallen asleep in his arms, claiming to have 'swooned' which made Théadan laugh, the very notion of her swooning over anything sounded absurd, it was just not in Navia's character. There was plenty of noble women who would, some even taught to do so, but Théadan could not picture her ever being among those people, especially for the sake of getting the attentions of a man and having him catch her, it was just not the kind of role she would ever play. She stepped closer to him, pressing herself more against him to feel the length of their bodies touching. The one other dance they had back in Nygaard was what she brought up, but only to express her  love for moving together in rhythm with him, and to look forward to when they could do the same at balls in Mandira.<br/><br/>It was tough to imagine how Khluri balls might look, they had such extravagant ideas for how things should look, celebrations involving many nobles and royalty would surely be a sight to behold. Of course this would mean formal dress, but Théadan was sure it would be worth it, not only would he be able to enjoy the time with Navia, he would see her in a beautiful dress, and make her very happy in the progress. All wins as far as Théadan was concerned. "I do prefer being dressed like this, just you and me here with all the world for us alone." He admitted, as he rested his head more against hers, his eyes roaming the field of flowers around them. "There's no need to present an image to others, no need to comply to the norms expected of us. We're safe in the knowledge we could be wearing anything, or nothing, and sharing a dance here together would still be every bit as special because we're dancing together."<br/><br/>While the pleasure of dancing together was enough on its own to be special, Théadan knew it would also be good to be seen in public together dancing, a statement of their commitment to be together, and an expression of the love they shared. Would they see it that way though? The Mes'Mo'Tanian prince, and the Khluri duchess together, what would everyone think? "I'll be happy to attend these Khluri balls, dancing the night away with you, dressed for the occasion." Théadan said softly, turning slightly so his lips could brush against her ear. "But all that will matter to me is you enjoying yourself, and what you think of seeing me in formal clothes." He had no idea what he would wear on such occasion, he would need to find a tailor for help, but certainly if he was to attend a Khluri ball, he would want to represent himself and Mes'Mo'Tan well, along with trying to draw Navia's eye. "Just as you find ways of making yourself all the more appealing to me with some of the clothes you wear, I'd like to find clothes that have a similar appeal to you."