“A private baker in Paris,” Samantha said.

“They fly the tiers over on dry ice.”

“That is a significant expense for one cake,” I said.

Brandon tapped his foot steadily against the metal table leg.

“We have to align our vendor choices with the venue aesthetic,” Brandon said.

“It’s a core deliverable for the Kingsley family brand.”

Evelyn leaned forward and pointed to a smaller photograph on the opposite page.

“This plain vanilla option looks lovely,” Evelyn said in a soft, encouraging tone.