Arthur had insisted the event remain elegant.

I had insisted it remain within the approved budget.

We compromised.

The result pleased us both.

Gregory supervised the service arrangements.

The hospital team managed the fundraising program.

The estate staff handled hospitality and property needs under their proper budgets.

For once, the planning didn’t require a last-minute argument.

I stood near the library reviewing the final schedule when Marcus approached.

He carried the latest operating report.