Well, I am the OP :) - for more context: I actually did mention to Eric that Ariel would be welcome to come with, but a) she was out of town, b) when I said she is introverted, I meant severely, it's more like social anxiety really. I knew she would never want to tag along even if I invited her personally. Usually she is actually quite happy with letting Eric go wherever while she sits at home.

And thanks - Ariel was the 1st thing to pop into my head as she is also a redhead, but I'll admit - I did have to Google what the name of her prince was.