... Yes.

[He's not sure he likes her like this. There's not a lot of warmth to her. He reaches over and covers her hand with his own.]

I'm sorry.

[He's said it so many times... but now that he sees how it's changed her, it's... unnerving.]

I know you'll say I shouldn't apologize, but... you shouldn't have been put in this position.

[His fingers close over hers, and he squeezes them gently.]

At least... may I have this dance?

[There's music floating from the ballroom... at least enough to hear faintly.]