CHAPTER 36 JEALOUS BURNS

Jake couldn't help but notice his wife, Samantha, getting close to another man, and a jealous rage burned within him. Samantha was standing at the bar, nursing a glass of champagne. She had been to plenty of parties like this but still felt out of place. As she contemplated making excuses and leaving, a man sidled up to the bar beside her. "What a party, eh?" he said, smiling at her. Samantha turned and saw that he was handsome, probably in his mid-30s. "I guess it's not bad," she replied, trying to hide her discomfort. "Are you here with someone?" the man asked. Samantha shook her head. "I'm here with my husband. He's the celebrant's brother." "Oh. Oh. Oh. You're the famous Samantha Michaels?!" "Yes, I am," she said as she hit her wine glass against his and flashed him a smile. "That's nice of you to come. All things considered. I'm sure the celebrant appreciates it," Samantha said, taking a sip of her drink. "How do you know Camille?" she asked, hoping to make small talk. Th