Melanie knew they had to return to the problem of Perrin’s looming success or Perrin would be awake half the night and be overwhelmed by what was sure to begin happening tomorrow, no matter how they tried to ignore it.
When the dinner was done, she got the kids organized to clear everything off the table and into the kitchen. The table was far smaller than the monster in Maria’s condo, but they all managed to crowd together as they once again faced the problem that had brought them there in the first place.
“There are things we can accelerate. The expansion of your sewing space and staff is the most critical. I can help you do that this week. And Russell knows contractors better than most. You may not want his money, but you should accept his advice and help.”
Perrin nodded stiffly. It
