as I stand next to Felix in the reception line. I had hoped this night would be glorious! I dressed impeccibly and spent so much time making myself beautiful for him. I feel so small next to Felix as he welcomes each guest as if I were invisible.

After they are all greeted, he walks away from me without a backward glance. My heart breaks as he goes to the dance floor with one of the female guests, holding her close...

I take a glass off the nearest table and down it in one throw. I am so embarrassed! How could he do this to me, in such a public venue? Another glass, another glance, and I see Felix and his new lady-friend stopped in the middle of the dance floor. He seems angry - that is strange!

I turn away, it hurts so much, and I grasp another glass, feeling my head reel as I do. Next thing I know, I feel rather than hear Felix come up behind me. I turn to him, and his eyes are so apologetic, my heart melts. He says the sweetest things, then taking my hand, asks me to dance.

The room is spinning, not so much from the dancing as from the wine I have drunk. I feel so giddy! I giggle out loud, then step on Felix's foot, tripping myself but he catches me before I fall.

Something has caught the attention of the crowd, I hope it is not my antics! Felix will be very displeased if I embarrass him tonight. The room goes quiet as all heads turn when the lights flicker. Who is that man, and why has Felix gone quiet? I think there is more to this than all the wine I have drunk tonight and I do not think it will come out to a good ending.