[Jiaying does indeed show up to the festivities near sundown. If Damon catches her before anyone takes notice of her, there's a coldness in her eyes that don't seem characteristic of the Jiaying he knows. Once she's properly mingled and troubled by the rowdiness of the crowd, the warm and friendly counselor is back, holding a glass of beer while wearing Mardi Gras beads. Her injuries from being out in the hail the night before is hidden underneath her long sleeves and pants.]
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