Floating the room for an hour had been advantageous for Red. He had reacquainted himself with old allies and made new ones. Liz stayed silent for the most part, listening intently.
She did her bit of course, occasionally speaking with another wife or girlfriend, when called upon to do so, which had been just as enlightening.
A couple of times during the evening, she had noticed Red getting quite a bit of attention from the ladies in the room. At first, she was felt lucky to be with someone so recognized and apparently, highly sought after. Then she realized they were totally looking past her.
She had subtly touched his arm or stood closer to him, until his admirer looked away. But as they moved deeper into the room, the stares continued and held. With each passing woman, her touches be
