Lav quietly observed the two.
"Come on, Elowen. Who cares what Oliver Hayes is up to? We both know I'm going to win. I only lost last time because of that... well, you know why. Let me have a break. Besides, I am just here with my friend. Can you stop bothering me for once? At least save my face"
Jaxen lightly patted her shoulder, attempting to diffuse her anger, though it only made her grit her teeth in frustration. "I can't believe you're using a stranger to cover for your mistake" Elowen muttered under her breath before forcing a smile as she turned to Lavanya.
Lav stood up from her seat to introduce herself amidst the chaos. "I am Lavanya Irvine" "Elowen Clain," Elowen took Lav's hand with a polite smile. "Thank you for keeping this monster in check. I was worried he might be out doing something reckless, like finding drugs"
