"Hello," John says softly when he comes to stand by Dutch's side. He tips his glass toward hers, clinking the rims together lightly, before taking a sip. He'd had no doubt Dutch would be here to support Peggy, because like him, he knows there are a limited number of people she would consider herself close to.

"Unlimited alcohol," he says. "I did a good job, right?"

They both know he's not a party person. Even attending most of the parties in Darrow are a stretch for him sometimes, because he tends to be on guard more often than not, but planning a party is a new skill entirely.