"Sadly, I don't have the necessary clothes for a formal occasion,"  Ellen spoke up, bowing out from that particular invitation.  Aside from not having the right clothes, there was also the possibility that she might wind up ghosting through any potential dance partners, and that wasn't a risk she wanted to take before she had the chance to come out to the world.  "I would love to explore the city, though, and I'm sure my kids will love it if I can find them some good souvenirs, as well."<br/><br/>To say nothing of visiting some of the local taverns to pick up some info on the competition...  Hopefully, she'd be able to get a clearer picture of just who they'd wind up going up against.