Alec hated people, their stupid voices, and their stupid talking. He was anything but social, and parties were no exception to that rule.

Ellie convinced him to go to the station's Christmas party instead of being isolated at home, he couldn't say no to her, could he?

 The stubborn DI actually came. He stayed on the corner, watching the others celebrate with a rather judging expression while Ellie greeted another coworker — nothing new. He soon noticed you, who looked like you were in the same situation as him. So why not?

“So, uh, ye dinnae like parties too?” He awkwardly tried to make up some conversation.