This woman was Barbara, and because Blair's father was influential locally, she had come to pay her respects. Seeing how much Blair valued Monica, she guessed that Monica might be his girlfriend. So she smiled and said, "Today is your birthday, right? You're really beautiful, happy birthday to you."
With that, Barbara clinked glasses with Monica.
Monica's father was a congressman, with a high status, so Monica naturally looked down on women like Barbara. Her demeanor remained very aloof, and she didn't utter a single word.
Barbara felt a bit embarrassed, but suddenly saw Jack on the side. So she smiled and said, "By the way, I have a bottle of private reserve wine that's quite good, handsome, come with me to get it. Consider it a little token of my appreciation."
Saying that, Barbara took Jack's arm and led him out of the room.
