Cynthia let her fingers curl around the stem of the glass, coaxing it upward and to her lips for a tenative sip.  While she often had a glass of wine at home, being out on the town was a fond memory.  The warm taste of the liqour on her lips gave her a bit of strength again, reminding her why she was here.  Low end wine from the winery did not compete with what was in her hands now.  Staring down at the rippling liquid, she gave a quiet nod to herself.  This was going to be a fun night out for herself, a chance to meet new people and see what she was missing.  Another sip was taken of her drink, a larger one than before.  She left her limps numb this time and the imprint of her lipstick hung on the rim like a ghost.  There was a glisten to her lips now, reminents of her drink and her past.  Setting the long stemmed glass down, she then set herself down in a chair to play.<br/><br/>Her purse was like a leash, connecting her to her life and the security of it.  That purse was now tucked under her chair, set aside for when she might need its protection.  For now she didn't want its burden as she seemed surrounded by characters both unique and intriguing.  Those green eyes were now dark, their depths increasing as they were sent to collect more information.  In the elevator Sally could have sworn her eyes were lighter, but now they born the mark an emerald's inky depths.  A quiver touched her lower lip, a shiver running up her spine when she accepted the woman's hand.  Her grip was not firm, but quite feminine and proper as she was taught to be.  Fingers touching the other's skin, gracing it and then sliding away.<br/><br/>"Cynthia and it is a pleasure to be here with everyone."  The words were true for the most part, ringing with the purity of excitement that came from new expierence.  When the dealer entered, that shiver turned into a tremor.  The time had come for her to stick by her choices and this required another touch of her cosmo.  As it settled on the table, she automatically grasped the lime garnish at its rim.  Touching her full lips to the fruit, letting them natural suck the soft flesh into her mouth for a sample.  A wrinkle appeared between her eyes, a cute tightening of her features when she felt its flavor on her tongue.  Eyes lifting to the man as she removed the item from her mouth, giving a slight smile.<br/><br/>"I'll probably need another, but I'm fine for now.  Thank you."