Rialynn's expression brightened in a heartbeat. "I did! Where did you learn your steps and style?" It was certainly more complicated and eyecatching than the sort of dancing she typically used in her performances, and a chance to talk shop was incredibly exciting.

Her gaze drifted to his hat, and one corner of her smile went awry. "Ah, sorry, I guess maybe you thought I didn't because I didn't have any coins to drop into the hat. We were just on our way to pick that up, actually. Are you going to be here for long? I can swing back later! But your dancing was great," she reassured, throwing up both hands in a quick gesture. "I mean, it's obvious you've been doing it for a while."