Richard pushed his way through the line for the coat check.

He wore a sharp charcoal suit and a burgundy tie.

He talked loudly to the man in front of him.

He gestured around the room as if he were sizing up the building for a corporate buyout.

Linda walked three steps behind him in a cream silk blouse and a tailored skirt.

She smiled at a passing usher and smoothed the front of her clothes over and over.

Allison trailed behind them both.