Chapter 149

“Have you not looked into a mirror?” questioned Nadiya. “You are strong, handsome, brave, wealthy, kind, and loyal. That’s the ideal man, in any country. Gwen is very selfish.”

Many people were watching the byplay between Gwen, Nadiya, Steve and President Hanson. They could almost guess what was being said by the way Steve removed himself from Nadiya’s strong grip and moved closer to Gwen as President Hanson and his wife laughed quite heartily.

“Look how comfortable Steve and Gwen are with the President of the United States!” proudly pointed out Ms. Walker to her students. “You’re seeing history tonight. I’m sure you all watched the movie that Gwen starred in about the making of a queen. Now you’re seeing it in real life. The most influential and powerful politicians and leaders in the country are here this evening, paying tribute to a rising star. They can see the influence that Gwen and Steve have, and they’re trying to curry their favor. The face of politics in this c