"It is rather beautiful when you're on the shore." Penny had a vastly different opinion of the ocean when lost in the endless troughs and crests. Beauty was then replaced by fear, hopelessness, and a winding list of regret. Even the sunset, which theoretically ought to have been the most beautiful of her life, was hampered by the worry of it being her last.
She smiled warmly. Penny wouldn't have missed Xena's wedding either if not for the conflicting timing. (Although, if asked then Penny might have admitted to avoiding the wedding due to the continued awkwardness with Nemo.) "Thank you and Zelda for the invitation. This is the most relaxed event I've attended this Season." At least her dress hadn't caught fire. Any event had to be better than that.
She smiled warmly. Penny wouldn't have missed Xena's wedding either if not for the conflicting timing. (Although, if asked then Penny might have admitted to avoiding the wedding due to the continued awkwardness with Nemo.) "Thank you and Zelda for the invitation. This is the most relaxed event I've attended this Season." At least her dress hadn't caught fire. Any event had to be better than that.