Champagne for my wife, he said without taking his eyes off her. He drew her chair back himself. Let me introduce you to Natalie and Sam Derrick.So this is Eve! I'm just thrilled to meet you. Natalie flashed a mile-wide grin, even as her gaze tracked over Eve's clothes.Glad you could join us. Sam held out a hand the size of a rump roast, pumped Eve's twice.Roarke's told us it's hard for you to get away from work.I just can't think how you investigate murders .Eve glanced back at Natalie. First I need a body. She felt Roarke's hand pat her thigh twice.
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In the scene, a character named Roarke is introducing his wife Eve to Natalie and Sam Derrick. Roarke is attentive to Eve, pulling her chair out for her. Natalie greets Eve warmly but subtly assesses her appearance, while Sam offers a hearty handshake, showcasing his robust demeanor. This friendly atmosphere hints at the characters' personalities and their social dynamics.

As they converse, Sam expresses curiosity about Eve's challenging job investigating murders, prompting her to humorously remark that she first needs a body to get started. This exchange between the characters highlights Eve's confidence and the lighthearted nature of their meeting, even amidst the serious theme of her work in law enforcement.

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