Chapter 50

• Marilyn's POV
• The lights in the hotel lights glimmered as I stepped out of Lorenzo's Limousin when he took me by the hand. My silky crepe evening gown swept on the red carpet as I walked right next to Lorenzo. The guests who were in the hotel room and dining room applauded, whistled, or clapped for Lorenzo when they saw him walk in. He gently raised his left hand to wave, his other hand still holding mine. My grip tightened at the thought of all the people who were staring in my direction. When Lorenzo and I walked further away from the entrance and the applauding crowd, he placed his hands on my shoulders and assured me that I was safe around him.
• He gave my shoulder a tight squeeze and I took a deep breath to relax. The crowd started to applaud again as, who I assumed was the CEO of the catering company, walked in. The two executives shook hands and greeted each other. Lorenzo then let go of my hand but only long enough for me to turn around and greet them both. They hugged me briefly and then continued talking with each other. After exchanging some more pleasantries, I turned back to face Lorenzo and we began walking towards the bar and dining area together. Once there, I sat down on one of the sofas and waited for Lorenzo to order drinks before ordering our food and dinner.