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“Hugh.” Doug Sallers walked up to them. “Stella. How nice to see you again.”
“You too, Doug, but I have to run.” She sidestepped to avoid his hug and hurried away.
“Okay. Sure. We can catch up later.” Doug’s eyes roamed her as she made her way through the crowd.
Hugh started to back away. He didn’t want to talk with Sallers either, but tonight wasn’t his lucky night.
“Great party.” Sallers turned to face him.
“Thank you.” He stopped trying to sneak away. “I’m glad you were able to make it.” He lied.
“It’s about time someone did something like this. I’ve been an advocate of equality for years. I just couldn’t say much under the old rule.” Doug raised his drink. “To you, Hugh.
“Thank you.” He tapped his glass against Doug’s. The male was a pompous liar, but he needed the ot
