I don’t know how long I hid in the bathroom but by the time I returned to my seat the food had just arrived. Despite the delicious meal I consumed, I was occupied with something else. Someone else. I fought the urge to look at the tables near the band. Towards the VIP guests.
After not much contemplation, I made a decision. Once I ate the majority of my food, I would look for them. Only with my eyes. Until then, I tried to make small talk with Sean and his colleagues.
As more people finished their dishes, couples started to fill the dance floor. I figured now was my chance. Since my seat was located toward the band I figured I could be more sneaky than before.
Within seconds I found them. The woman, Ella, was seated in a chair with the mystery man standing behind her. His left hand w
