The Expo

I awoke the next morning feeling refreshed and energized.

I stretched and yawned, as the events of last night replayed in my mind.

I couldn't help but feel disappointed and a little hurt. But I tried to push those feelings aside and focus on the task at hand.

We had a big day ahead of us at the expo. I got up and went to the bathroom to freshen up and get ready.

I showered, brushed my teeth and hair, and applied some makeup.

When I was done, I stepped out into the bedroom and began getting dressed.

I put on my white floral dress that Steve had given me, along with the jewelry and heels.

I checked myself out in the mirror and smiled.

"Perfect."

I left the room and made my way into the living area of the suite.

"Good morning, Jennifer." "Look I'd like to apologise for last night" he started to say.

"Don't worry about it." I interrupted.

"No, I need to explain. See, I had a thing for Julie when she first started, but it never amounted to anything. I'm sorry that I called you her name. I'd had a few too many to drink" he explained.

"I understand. But let's just put it behind us and focus on the expo today."

"Agreed."

With that, we headed out and made our way to the convention centre.

The day passed by in a blur of activity. We met with potential clients, networked with other publishers, and attended several seminars and workshops.

By the end of the day, we were both exhausted but satisfied with how things had gone.

"That was a success." Steve declared.

"Yes, it was. I think we made a lot of good connections today."

"Absolutely. How about we get finished up here and I try to make it up to you over my behavour yesterday?"

"Sounds good."

We packed up our things and left the convention centre.

As we walked along the street, Steve put his arm around me and pulled me close.

"I really am sorry, Jennifer. I hope you can forgive me."

"I forgive you, Steve. But please, just don't call me by anyone else's name again."

"I promise."

We laughed and continued walking, enjoying the warmth of the evening.