The real Sam did not enjoy the charity dinner. Stuck in Jordan's dolled up body, she spent the evening fending off advances from Vincent, president and founder of the company and Angus's uncle, whom she found herself seated next to. It wasn't as simple as saying "No" as offending the man might see the contract they had negotiated torn up. This was not a situation Sam was experienced with and it was only when she pulled out the card of "I have a partner back home, I'm not a cheater" that Vincent relented somewhat. However he continued to flirt with who he thought was 'Jordan' all night, seemingly delighting in making Sam feel uncomfortable.
Sam couldn't avoid dancing with the man and ended up just having to grin and bear it as Vincent's hands wandered over her backside and Vincent held her just a little too closely when they danced a waltz. Surprisingly she found no difficulty with the actual dancing, even in Jordan's black heels. Either Vincent was a good lead or Jordan's abilities had transferred to Sam.
As for the real Jordan, Sam saw little of her. If Jordan's intention was to charm Angus then apparently she was succeeding. All eyes seemed to be on Angus and his stunning blonde partner when they were dancing. Sam overheard another woman on their table speaking to Cheryl "I've never seen Angus so infatuated with a girl. It might be he has finally found someone"
Cheryl's reply was "And she's not just a pretty face. That girl has brains. She impressed at the meeting today. He could do a lot worse"
Angus and 'Samantha' danced a lot and when they weren't dancing they were mingling with other people. When finally Sam was finally able to get Jordan's attention, the real Jordan suggested quietly "I'll meet you in the ladies toilets in 10 minutes".
Jordan's message was to the point when they met up "What a fantastic evening! I've picked up half a dozen leads for prospective clients. How are you going?"
"I've been fending off Vincent all night. No time for any business discussions. He keeps groping my bum"
"Just make sure you don't offend him. That contract isn't signed yet"
"How long do we have to stay here? I want to go back to the hotel"
"At least wait until the auctions are held" Jordan paused for a moment before continuing "Perhaps make up an excuse that you are not feeling well. When you return to the table tell Cheryl that you are having cramps. She will get the hint I'm sure and then you can get yourself an Uber or more likely Cheryl will organise the car for you. Just wait until the auction is finished, before you actually leave"
"Are you not coming?"
"No. This is a great networking opportunity. I'll stay and make the most of it. I'd better go now. Angus wanted to show me the view from the rooftop" With that Jordan walked off and Sam found herself a stall as she really did need to relieve herself.
Jordan's prediction came true. Without being prompted Cheryl actually asked 'Jordan' "Are you feeling alright?" when she returned to the table.
Sam replied "Just a bit of cramping". Cheryl replied with a wink
The auction began shortly after. Vincent raised his arm for almost everything and won two of the items, an Hawaiian holiday and an artwork by someone Sam had never heard of but apparently worth $9000. Sam hoped it wasn't in order to impress her.
After the auction Cheryl approached her and said "I'm getting the company limo to take me home. It will be ready in 10 minutes. Would you like a lift back to your hotel?"
Vincent overheard "That gives Jordan time for one more dance with me"
So Sam had to endure one last bout of groping before she was able to escape.
In the car Cheryl actually apologised for the behaviour of Vincent. "I'm sorry for what you had to endure. Vincent is stuck in the past and thinks young women find him attractive. His behaviour once he has had a few drinks can be quite embarrassing"
"He was rather full on"
"Yes.... You will probably get a bunch of flowers tomorrow by way of apology. He will actually mean it. He has a good heart. And I wouldn't worry about your contract. We were very impressed with your offering"
Sam thanked Cheryl as she got dropped off at the front door of the hotel.