He wasn't sure about the Ennington chit, she looked too thin for him. But then one of the Carringtons showed up and demanded a dance. He approached the scene and decided to throw a bone to the poor girl who was being... well... nevermind, he thought as he watched her give the young man a talking to like he was an offensive fart. That earned a little respect in Thorne's book. She didn't necessarily need a man to rescue her, but she certainly did need a friend at least. Thorne approached the pair and said, "Ah, there you are. I told you I would find you," he said smoothly, offering his arm, "Did you still want that dance?"