Martha wore a simple navy blouse.

Arthur came directly from the shop after an unusually busy day.

He washed his hands thoroughly, but a little grease remained beneath his nails.

Olivia seated him beside a contractor responsible for the estate’s heating system.

For most of the evening, the contractor spoke with him about work orders and maintenance schedules, apparently assuming Arthur was another employee.

Dad was polite.

When Olivia noticed, she didn’t correct the misunderstanding.