Flanking these deeper rooms of Boulevard 9 were recessed booths built into the walls. Normally, they had large, oval wood tables that were heavily varnished and a semi-circular black-leather couch that could seat nine - give or take. A curtain could be pulled for privacy upon a party who sat within. A couple of these private alcoves, however, were much nicer and comfortable. Along with the large table there was a couch or two, some armchairs, floorspace, and 'on-the-house' amenities like nuts and olives. It was one of these lavished spaces, booth 2, that …show more content…
She had noted a few attendees who were scheduled to meet with her, casually doing their thing. They were waiting. If there was any rule in Boulevard 9, it was that you did not approach booth 2 unless invited to do so. Restlessness was still lingering in the air around her, though, and her eyes kept on returning to that man in the cape. Chip was trying to make a move on him, and Candice now watched with interest. It had been awhile since she had invited a stranger to chitchat with her. Perhaps she would do so, just for the sweets. Yes, she might do so just to get under the skin of those waiting to do business with her. It would make her feel good, as always, to know that she controled other people's time. The boost will take care of the restless feeling,