(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l368/veronicaking1969/PS.jpg)<br/><br/>Ember forced himself to keep his eyes off Alex, though he had to admit, he had stolen a look or three as his back was turned while he was on the stage adjusting their instruments.  Oh, but he was adjusting more than one of Ember's instruments without even realizing it.<br/><br/>Ember blinked back and focused on his bandmates, keeping up with the conversation and contributing when he could.  He refused to let himself look for Alex, but he was counting the minutes until they saw each other later that evening.<br/><br/>He managed to act fairly relaxed, ordering his meal, then laughing and joking as they waited for the food to be served.