Chapter 76

They stood and chatted for a few more minutes before Xavier announced that he needed to introduce his wife to the other business tycoons in attendance.

Jessica had a hard time bonding and speaking with them. No matter how hard she tried, she could barely find common ground on what to talk about. She saw them turn their noses up when she could not comment on their political stands or economic analyses.

“Finally some peace,” Jessica said as she plummeted into the seat beside Leslie.

“Isn’t it a fun thing to do?” Leslie said in a mocking tone.

“Very fun,” Jessica said, teasing her back. She took the glass from the table and drank the water in it.

“Easy, or you will have to go to the bathroom often,” Leslie said as the cup dropped down on the table.

“I think I neede