He pauses, the compliment ringing unfamiliar ( as of late, anyhow ) and Hal’s lips curve upwards into a smile as his head cocks slightly to the left. “Why, I didn’t think you’d notice, Mrs. Wyler.” drawls back. He’ll take the good days when they come. “You don’t look too shabby yourself.” and he’ll offer her his arm.
“Are you ready to rule the world simply by stunning everyone in that red dress?”
It’s not one of Kate’s…favorite activities, to put it lightly, ( well, anything that required her to talk to large groups of people in a slightly social setting would qualify ) but the Fourth of July bash was and had always been a big bash that was good for publicity. And, as diplomat and…a strong runner for Vice-President…
“ – It’s going to be fine, Kate. We just stick to the plan.”





