My New Role

Laura turned and saw a handsome man standing behind her. He had the most captivating eyes, which showed lines of wrinkles on the side when he smiled.

"Hello, I'm David Taylor, CEO of Hilltop Holdings," David introduced himself, stretching his hand for a handshake.

Laura's mouth formed an "oh." As she took his hands, she replied, "It's nice to meet you, David; I'm Laura Phillips."

"Oh, I know who you are; everywhere I've turned tonight, you've been the main topic of discussion," David said with a conspiratorial smile.

"I guess you've had an earful about me then," Laura replied.

Audrey was a few feet away from them, scanning the room to know who Laura was to be introduced to next.

"Seeing you beats all that I've heard tonight, Laura," David said, adding, "you look really gorgeous."

"Thank you, David; it's nice that I get to meet you here tonight," Laura replied, adding, "I was going to schedule a meeting with you tomorrow."

"Oh, yeah, we can still get to meet tomorrow; let's not spoil t