Reika smiled a little, though still uncertain about John. Still, it was considered rude to put off a dance when asked for one. Her cheeks turned scarlet as he kissed the back of her hand, her breath catching in her throat.<span style="font-style: italic">"Yes... Yes, milady any dance you wish."</span>She returned the smile and thought for a moment. There was one dance in particular that came to mind. What Kate had told her before had triggered an idea. "There is a dance from my land that I have known ever since I was a child. A contest of sorts, a game of capture with a scarf. Have you heard of it before? Do you know the dance as well?" Alyxander watched the scene unfold, both shocked that Reika was acting so calm... though no doubt she was frightened to death on the inside, which was true.... and expectant as she mentioned her dance. She had mentioned it to him a few times, they had danced it together many times over when they had peace and time together. "Let us see how much energy John has. This shall be interesting."