You go back to the patio

Although you sense the hint of an invitation in the young woman's eyes and voice, you remind yourself that she has a lot of work to do, and you have to save some energy for tonight's party.

"Mrs. Chandler should be home soon, Lin. I just came up to get my sunglasses. Very nice to meet you." You drop her hand and pick up the sunglasses.

"Nice to meet you too, Mr John. Thank you." She smiles and bobs her head slightly at you. You return to the patio and your magazine, not without a few idle fantasies about he slender young Chinese girl.

Lin leaves about two hours later, coming out to the patio to say goodbye. She shakes your hand again as you pay her, her slim fingers seeming to linger with you for a moment before she leaves. As she leaves you think for a moment of opportunity missed, but then put it out of your mind. Tonight's party is certain to provide plenty of opportunities.