During each toast, Steve Burton didn't drink much, but going through so many toasts with so many people made him somewhat tipsy.
He didn't eat much dinner, so his stomach was now quite uncomfortable. Steve went to the bathroom to throw up, but couldn't do it. Instead, he tried to compose himself in the relatively quiet bathroom. As he prepared to leave the men's room, he overheard a few women talking outside.
"Do you know Ruby Gregory? The young lady from the Gregory family?"
When Steve heard Ruby's name, he paused for a moment and leaned against the wall, listening to the conversation outside.
"I have some gossip for you guys, which happened tonight."
"What kind of gossip?"
"It's about her and Steve Burton."
"Aren't they on good terms?"
"Let's not talk about their relationship for now. Let's first discuss what you think of Ruby as a person."
"She's beautiful and graceful. She's quite nice."