What's best is being left alone to his own devices, but Daud's realizing he doesn't have much of a choice in that. Not here, in this familiar-yet-not world. As Shura straightens, so does he, adopting a more conventional dance position and clasping her fingers with his.

It is, if nothing else, an excellent opportunity to practice how well he's picked up the largely unfamiliar dance steps from just watching the celebrants.

"Just honoring the occasion," he answers, stoically. While he doesn't pull the same trick as before, he's quick on his feet, leading her through a lively reel with unwavering confidence.