"If none of them are available," Anna continued, "I'll have to ask someone from my company to go with me." Wayne became increasingly irritated and then inquired, "Huh? You even thought of them? Are you serious? You're talking about who you'll bring to the reception with me, Anna." Anna's heart began to race as soon as she heard his gloomy voice. Wayne rolled over and pressed himself against Anna's body at that moment. Anna reached up and pressed her hand against his chest, saying, "Ah, no! You misunderstood me. I did it because I was worried you'd be embarrassed. After all, I'm asking for your opinion, aren't I?" "You want me to pick a date for you, don't you?" Wayne growled. Anna felt she had no way of explaining herself to him. She didn't feel like continuing arguing and could only

