Mr. Laurent turned his palm flat up while indicating a different direction than his colleague and former classmate went. Back out the door that I'd originally entered Studio C from.
"Well, it's those two lionesses' show now. We'd only be side characters if we stay for their negotiation. What do you say we go for some refreshments in the meantime?"
"A drink sounds perfect. I'm afraid I've not taken a sip of anything in too long."
"There's a small kitchenette through here. Nothing fancy, but the coffee the others keep is… decent if you like that sort of thing. I however keep proper tea on hand."
As we headed toward the door, I caught Jessica gathering her camera equipment with the quick movements of someone who did not wish to be there. With her things slung over her shoulder she glanced toward where Anise and Maia had squared off over the conference table, then back at me.
"Room for one more? I think I'd rather not be here when things get... intense between them."
