"Twenty years past my time, then," she admits, with the ease of someone who's gotten used to having to admit to being lost about several things. "I spent a lot of time learning about politics and news and history, but I didn't really do much about the music and culture learning."

When he thanks her, she gives him a disbelieving look. "I'm glad you came and I should be thanking you. It could've been a rather sad, empty night if no one decided to attend. I'd say it's my first as well, but one was being planned for me before."