During the meal, Effie had managed to shift around, talking to everyone she could - and, happily, able to alight at Cinna's side when the opportunity presented itself.

"Cinna," she said, her voice full of warmth, and happiness. "I had no idea you were here." She laid a gentle hand on his forearm, cautiously, wondering when he had come, and whether or not they were still on good terms. She didn't understand or expect anything beyond the unexpected when it came to this hotel. "It's so good to see you."