[Elise also notices the bad mood that Childe is in, but he quickly imagines that it must be because of that other man's inappropriate behaviour. Aether clearly was shaken for a moment, too and Elise hopes in the depths of her heart that it was just that, nothing more.

And so she tries to put a smile on her face.]

Well, yes... actually yes, we were. [She says, then reaches to pat Aether on the shoulder.]

I'm sure you gave that rude man a lesson, Sir Childe. [She says in a lighter mood, hoping for the best.] Why don't we forget about him and continue on with the ball? Prince Aether, would you like to get something to drink?

[Some drink and good food should be enough to cheer someone up. Maybe. Aether doesn't think so, but he understands that Elise means well. There's little she can do now and he absolutely can't tell her what the man had whispered into his ear. The prince looks to his knight and there's worry all over his face. He has a feeling that the matter was not resolved and this is why Childe is in exceptionally bad mood.]

...A drink may be nice. [He agrees with a wavering smile.] But I think... I need some fresh air first. I'll go just for a moment. Childe, can you accompany me?

[He needs to know.]

We'll be back soon, I promise. [He assures.]