It might be the wit she developed back then!
Handling customers who wanted to take advantage of her was mostly within her capability. Of course, luck played a part as well.
She knew she couldn't always rely on good luck, so after graduating from college and finding a job, she left there, but her friend Yasmine Thorne continued to work there part-time every night despite having a daytime job.
Her situation was slightly different; she had a frail brother to take care of...
Seven minutes later, Laura Quincy returned to the banquet hall. As soon as Mr. George saw her, he had the waiter pour her a drink, claiming they must drink until they're merry tonight.
Laura understood this wasn't a nightclub where her usual tricks would work, so she could only smile and say, "Alright! But I have an upset stomach tonight, and this red wine isn't for chugging. Mr. George, you're a Gaulish gentleman with exquisite taste! We should take it slow."
