That, Blinky is VERY funny, and just the kind of situation I would expect you to find yourself in. The volunteering, being so focused on what you’re doing (becuase you don’t do anything half-hearted) that you don’t see the crowd closing in on you, not being brash and just strutting across the floor, yet using your sechel on how to get out.
And the guard was right, a jackpot indeed! I envy your chosson and your in-laws.