Marveling

Convinced at least for now that Cassy was okay, Leo lets the subject drop and continues to help her set up a few last-minute things. Once the people start to arrive, he takes a back seat, just observing but not mingling much. He didn't know anybody who came and felt out of place, but he stayed anyway to at least see Cassy's short performance and hear her speak.

Standing in the back and leaning against the doorway, Leo takes a sip of his punch before smiling as he listened to her. She was very confident and had done a good job in her demonstration. The people seemed receptive and he saw a few women putting their heads together and whispering as if making plans. He hoped they were plans to bring their kids for lessons.

Just watching Cassy, he leans his head to the side, marveling at how far she'd come. She really was something special.

Finishing off his punch, he throws away his cup and waits until the program was over so he could see Cassy again before leaving.