Richard didn't say another word—just slammed the car door shut.
Alicia followed behind in her car, tailing him all the way to the bar. Richard had made plans to meet Byron and Brandt in a VIP room upstairs. Alicia, meanwhile, parked herself at the bar and ordered a cocktail.
Back at the dining room, Perry was still zoning out at the table.
Gina came bouncing over, full of excitement. "Come with me to the bar!"
"What for?" Perry looked uninterested. "Do I even look like I'm in the mood to go out?"
"You don't have to drink," Gina leaned in with a whisper, like she had a secret. "I just heard Brandt's over there."
Perry chuckled. "Isn't he staying in the presidential suite? We see him all the time."
"Yeah, but it's different," Gina grinned. "The vibe hits differently at
