An Opportunity

After the runway show ended, Elena returned to the powder room to get back into the previous outfit she had come to the launch with. 

She retouched her makeup before she was shown the way to the dining area.

As she walked in with her purse in hand, Elena finally noticed the large gathering. She began to wonder if they were in this much wonder during the runway show and if most of them had suddenly gathered in time for dinner.

Regardless of her thoughts that were swirling, she followed the usher leading her to her table as she prayed in her mind to be given a seat next to someone she hoped she knew.

To Elena's surprise, she was not completely oblivious to the calibre of people at the same table with her. After greeting them politely, she sat on her seat before stealing a glance at the empty one next to her left.