Charlie had invited her in, so although Kathleen felt helpless, she had no choice but to enter.

Charlie turned to Julian and invited him to join them, enthusiastic. “Sir, why don’t you come and join us as well? Don’t be shy!”

Julian shook his head and rejected politely, “Thank you, Mr. Wade. I’m just a driver, so I should probably wait outside.”

Charlie went with the flow and nodded understandingly. “In that case, we’ll leave you alone.”

Julian quickly added, “Thank you, Mr. Wade.”

Charlie