I mutter, “Sometimes I think you forget this is all just for show. If I weren’t a party to the contract, I’d almost believe you mean half the things you do.”
He holds my gaze. Long. Then shakes his head and turns.
We return to our table.
The host returns to the stage. Applause ripples through the room.
“Finally,”
the host says, “let’s close the evening with a few words from our esteemed sponsor — Damon Stone.”
Wait. What?
I turn to him in shock, but he’s already standing. He leans down just before walking off.
“Wipe that shocked look off your face. People are watching.”
I plaster on a smile, even as I whisper, “You’re
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