The light blush on the young woman's face was sweet and only enhanced her delightful femininity. She seemed well able to navigate her feelings on tonight's event, which was a good sign and despite her youth she carried herself well. Harrison lifted Minnie's hand in the air as they crossed positions with another couple in a spanish waltz, his gaze did not leave his dance partner. "And so you should be, you have studied so long, and have more expectations in front of you, but tonight you should be allowed to celebrate. It is not a night for tears" he considered that comment, did it sound a little dismissive of her friend? Perhaps, but best not dwell on it. Harrison hoped that he was positively contributing to Miss Parkinson's enjoyment, although social decorum made it frustratingly difficult to tell a person's honest opinions.

The dance partners all crossed again, giving Harry another chance to spin his partner until she came to rest with her chest to his. He cupped one hand and placed the other in the small of her back as they carried on their steps. There was a fun smile on the well dressed man's face as he looked at the lovely eyes of the woman. "Blue" he said quietly to himself as he caught a proper look at their colour. "I am having a quite pleasant time too." he gently squeezed his hand on her lower back before they separated again to continue the dance moves. As they walked between other couples he asked her. "Please tell me, if one were to visit the home of the Parkinsons, which part of the country might they find themselves?". He hoped she might have questions for him too, but as the man, it was only proper that he go first.