Once he'd given up his over-acted heartbreak and come inside, R'ku had been more than happy to shower him with attention. However close to the vest he might play things, he could only adore Zamazivanjeth, dramatics and all. He just wasn't going to let himself be manipulated into giving into every little whim. Maybe some, because he was His and he could still hardly believe it, but making a scene right at the entrance to the Feast just didn't fly.
Once he'd gotten over that with the help of no few scritches and pets and endless affirmations of how much His loved him - not out loud, no, it was all for him and him alone to hear, and he loved that - he had of course wanted to strut about the room to be ooh'd and aah'd over by anyone who would give him the time of day. Admirers were quite welcome, fawning even better! R'ku had of course accompanied him on his lap around the room, and let him take his time and enjoy it, before he finally insisted on taking a look at the food.
As he started browsing, he could practically feel Zamazivanjeth eyeing the tables and considering that maybe-
No. I know everyone would be able to see you up there, and I'm sure you'd look fabulous, but no.
But what if I was very careful not to step on any of the food?
No, we'd still get in trouble. There are a lot of important people here, and if someone makes a scene it will turn into a problem for everyone.
Siiigh.
Uta