Emma was stunned. This was huge! Personal publicity and marketing were so expensive, and Dennis was offering it to her for free! Getting backing of this kind could really be a springboard for her career!
He raised his glass, and she did as well. The wine was pretty good though she had no experience with it or any alcohol for that matter. Her family weren't drinkers.
"This could launch a new career for you!" he said, supporting her own thoughts. They toasted again, then she ordered dinner. Dennis had the same.
Dennis peppered her with questions about growing up on a farm and living in such a small town. She discovered another glass of wine, and she raised more toasts.
They talked until closing, and she was tipsy from the three glasses of wine he'd ordered for her, so they shared a taxi
