The management team approved my—”

“Chelsea’s main client is the biggest interior design firm in the county,” Arthur said, talking over me without looking up from his soup.

“They handle sixty-thousand-dollar kitchen remodels in the West Hills.

That’s where real business happens.”

Eleanor smoothed the front of her cardigan over her waist and smiled across the table at Chelsea.

“We’re just so proud of how far you’ve come, honey,” Eleanor said softly.

I sat back in my chair, my hands resting flat on the polished edge of the table.