Very, very! [ Quite notable is the fact that Ball doesn't look around the event for a way to hint to Diana where she should be looking. Even if she did know, the person in question would give her the cold shoulder. Ball knows that. Diana will likely know that soon enough. ]

Both of us aren't keen on the spotlight. I prefer to allow people a certain comfort, a certain experience—though I had no choice but to be here, considering certain recent accomplishments. [ He flashes her a knowing smile after that. ]

As it is, let's make it a game. [ A beat. A cant of his head. ] You can ask me up to five yes or no questions about the person whose attention you hope to get. Think wisely. And don't waste it on pointing at anyone around the room. I have more intimate knowledge than that.