The tepid attempt at scolding is ruined when Louis smiles back. Sees that familiar quality in Daniel's smile and is so pleased by it, pleased at the pieces of him that are recognizable, still there after all this time.

"I already put on a real good performance tonight," Louis reminds Daniel, pivoting back because no one at this table is going to allow him peace. Permits Mark custody of his hand as he declines their combined request. "One's enough."

Mark thumbs over Louis' rings, covetous. Jeannie is leaning on his shoulder, cheek smooshed and arm slung round Mark's waist as she whispers what sounds absolutely like criticism of Mr. Wrecking Ball into Mark's bicep.