Waiting for a table...

The soccer moms chatter eagerly as they approach the hostess, requesting a table. "Excuse me, we'd like a table for six," one of them says, smiling brightly. The hostess replies, "Of course, it'll be just a few minutes." She says to you, "I have to say, I love your dress. It's so hot." The compliment makes your rival scowl, and you try to hide a smirk.

As you wait to be seated, you become aware of several men discreetly looking at your legs, and you cross them uncomfortably, feeling self-conscious. You shift your weight from one foot to the other, trying to ignore the attention. The tension in the air is palpable as you sense the disapproving gaze from your rival burning into your back.

You absentmindedly rummage through your purse as you chat about the latest gossip. Your hand brushes against something strange and out of place, and you pull out a hotel key card, feeling a surge of curiosity. "Um, guys, I just found this hotel key card in my purse," you say, holding it up for the others to see.

One of the soccer moms raises an eyebrow and smirks. "Well, well, looks like someone's been having some fun without us," she jokes, nudging you playfully.

You chuckle and shrug, trying to downplay your own intrigue. "I have no idea how it got there. Maybe it's a sign for a girls' night out?" you suggest, trying to lighten the mood.

The other moms giggle and exchange knowing glances, but you can't help but wonder – who does this key card belong to? Was it left by mistake or intentionally slipped into your bag? Was it the bartender, the man in the elevator, someone else? The mystery of it all fills you with a mix of excitement and anticipation as you decide to tuck the key card away and return it at the front desk later. The unknown sender's identity dances in your mind, adding an unexpected twist to an ordinary evening with the soccer moms.

Finally, the hostess returns and leads you all to your seats. You take a deep breath, trying to shake off the uncomfortable encounter in the elevator. As you follow the hostess to your table, you can't help but feel a mixture of relief and anticipation for the rest of the evening.