Simon was reasonably used to these kinds of events, thanks to the particular circles in which his parents traveled. He even enjoyed them, particularly when there was free wine to be had.

Really good free wine, actually.

Simon was on his second glass when he finally found the lady of the hour. Their relationship was still an incredibly awkward one, but he was warming to his new friend. Though they'd done the whole thing a bit backwards, what with sleeping with each other after an hour of inebriated dancing at a club.

"Congratulations on the show, Skip. This is great stuff; I really like it."