CHAPTER 11 COMPANY DINNER

It all clicked. It was a company dinner party. The clicking sounds and light flashes from the camera operators, who couldn't help but take multiple shots of them, were unnerving, and she felt the urge to hide behind Jake. Jake must have felt her discomfort because he gently squeezed her hand, which somehow calmed her down. She was a little upset that Jake hadn't bothered to give her a heads-up before their arrival. Jake hadn't planned on attending this party. He had missed many in the past and only rendered them an insincere apology. Tonight, he had planned to do the same thing, but after Samantha's reaction to him earlier, he thought better of his reservations and brought her here instead. It also helps their marriage look more sincere. "Jake!" A squeal came from somewhere in the hall filled with people. Ladies were dressed to kill, and all looked beautiful and expensive. Samantha was sure she stood out amongst them. It made her proud. "Jake!" Samantha and Jake followed the soun