She hadn't told Leonard where she was going—only that she'd be out for a while. That was enough, he hadn't apologized for the last time that he disappeared and now she could do whatever she wanted.
She had on a new wig, and glasses. She changed her looks, in case she saw someone who knew her and Leonard.
She decided to go to a charity event. The charity event was held in a private hall uptown. She walked in alone, no security, no statement. Just a black silk dress, heels she could run in if needed, but with her bump, she didn't need to.
She had the quiet confidence of someone used to reading people, she didn't need noise tonight. She needed this—people being people. Fake smiles that didn't reach their eyes, or their cheeks.
And the power behind soft greetings. A place where everyone thought they were untouchable.
