“I have a charity event to finalize,” I said.

“The floral vendor needs the deposit this morning for the hospital gala.

I can’t let them cancel the order.”

I picked up the house phone in the hall.

I dialed the florist in the village.

The owner picked up on the second ring.

“This is Alyssa Prescott,” I said.

“I want to clear the balance for the centerpieces.”