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"Not now," I said. "It's a big night. Tomorrow. Okay?"
Her jaw clenched for a moment, but then she nodded curtly. "Brunch at our hotel. I'll make a reservation for ten, shall I?"
I murmured my assent, and Janette disappeared to mingle. I didn't see Maurice, but no doubt he was also taking full advantage of the networking opportunities.
Jane and Eric came back just as the food arrived. The chicken marsala tasted like cardboard, and it suddenly felt like, even with my attempt to go undercover, all the eyes in the room were on me. The bodice of my dress felt very tight. I needed to breathe. I needed a break.
"I'm going to the restroom," I said to Jane, who looked at me with obvious concern.
"You need company?" she asked.
I shook my head. "No. I'll be right back."
I pushed back from the table, clutch in hand as I weaved my way toward the bathroom. Brandon was still mired by all the people vying for his attention, with Cory standing beside him like a loyal lapdog. He didn't notice when I left, and I was glad for it.
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