Chapter SEVENTY SIX

They stood and chatted for a few more minutes before Xavier announced that he needed to show his wife to the other business tycoons who were in attendance.   Jessica had a hard time bonding and speaking with them. No matter how hard she tried she could barely find a common ground on what to talk about. She saw them turn their nose up when she could not make comments on their political stands or economic analysis.   "Finally some peace," Jessica said as she plummeted into the seat beside Leslie.   "Isn't it a fun thing to do?" Leslie said in a mocking tone.   "Very fun," Jessica said teasing her back. She took the glass on the table and downed the water in it.   "Easy or you would have to go to the toilet often," Leslie said as the cup dropped down on the table.   "I think I needed that," Jessica said yawning a bit.   "Hey ladies" a strange man walked up to the table.   Leslie rolled her eyes when she saw him. "What's he doing here?" she murmured as he sat down   "What am I doing here?