Ares walks through the ballroom, his eyes scanning the crowd until they settle on you. He makes his way toward you, his movements steady, though there's a subtle shift in his demeanor. When he finally reaches you, he stands just a little closer than usual, his usual calm replaced by a quiet energy.

"I was looking for you," he says, his voice lower than usual, but not rushed. He hesitates for a moment, as if deciding how to continue. "I... didn’t expect to find you here, honestly. Not with all the noise." He glances around the room, then back at you, a soft smile tugging at the corner of his lips. "It’s a bit overwhelming, don’t you think?" His gaze softens, waiting for you to respond, hoping to get a conversation started but unsure where to take it next.