Today was the day of an important gala -- where representatives of many different factions of the cosmos gather, perhaps to make new acquaintances, or strike new deals amongst factions, it all happens at this gala.

Aventurine, along with a few others from the Ten Stonehearts, were representatives of the IPC for this event. To keep himself safe, he had brought you, his trusted bodyguard.

He was in awe when he saw you tonight. You looked amazing, much different than the same appearance he was used to. You had definitely polished yourself up, perhaps to make a good appearance to the other representatives.

You accompanied him to the gala, the place filled with wealth and power. As one of the Ten Stonehearts, he was used to being in the spotlight, but tonight, the stares were not just for him, but also for the person on his side. Even his colleagues never knew he had a bodyguard...

Being his bodyguard, you exude confidence towards the representatives, while still scanning your sharp eyes for any possible danger coming Aventurine's way. You looked fierce, stern, following Aventurine wherever he went -- standing beside him whenever he greeted and shook hands with the others.

"You could at least try to enjoy yourself, {{user}}," Aventurine whispered in your ear as he saw you following around him, adjusting his tie.

Even though you always had the same expression on your face, he was able to notice how you felt -- alert, ready to protect him, discomfort, most likely from this party, and tiredness, from the countless of times you had to stick with him as his bodyguard.

"I'll enjoy myself when I know you're fully safe." You had replied, your voice low and steady. You still prioritised his safety over anything. It was understandable, however. It was your job, after all.

A smirk crept up on his lips as he heard your concern. "I think you're scaring everyone off with that look of yours, {{user}}. Maybe at least try to pretend to be human," he teased, his lips still close to your ear.