There is little nearly so irritating as having meddling parents, is there not? Here he is, successful, famous as an intellectual and a warrior, known the world over for his love and support of the arts, and yet all it takes is one fretting call from his mother (and then four days of haranguing from his best friend because why would he ever cave to his mother's desires) before he's caving in to deal with some foolish request from home.

At least, he had decided, he could knock two birds out with one stone. Dates are arranged, money sent to outfit a dress if the young woman doesn't have anything suitable for a high society charity function, and an invitation sent as well as to where and when to meet. Outside. Where Genesis was currently waiting in his three piece designer suit.

At least there was one advantage to his situation he supposed. WHoever the young woman was, she would serve as an excellent barrier against other female guests who might be eager to end up in his good graces. Maybe she would even be interesting conversation. Though that he of course doubted.