Meanwhile, Nigel, having finished his business, was leisurely making his way back from the men's room and slowed his steps as he approached the ladies' room.
"I wonder if Miss Jade has already headed back to the hall," he murmured to himself. "Hmm... should I check?"
He took a few steps towards the door, intending to call out, but quickly thought better of it. It would be rather inappropriate, especially with ladies from high society likely using the restroom as well.
Shaking his head, he turned on his heel.
"Oh well... I suppose I'll find her back at the reception hall."
He had taken only two steps when the sound of something crashing to the floor echoed from inside, making him freeze.
"Hm?" He turned his head toward the noise. "What was that?"
Pursing his lips, he walked back to the door and knocked gently. "Um, is everything okay in there?"
When no reply came, his brows drew together.
He knocked again, harder this time. "Hello? Is anyone there?"
