I've no intention of touching any alcohol. I don't think it would help make me an easier person to talk to.

[ But none of this surprises him in the slightest. Of course she has lots of friends and of course she'd be willing to practice with him. This is... exactly the type of person he would expect her to be after her willingness to drag a complete stranger into a party. ]

Mm. Partners to practice with would be good. I don't know many people here.

[ Although this one request is bringing out all the Introvert Adopters. Who knew. ]