Because Walter had saved the announcement Beatrice wanted most until everyone had finished working.
I’m sorry.
After the final packages were loaded for delivery, Walter returned to the microphone.
“Tonight reminded me what our foundation should represent.”
Beatrice immediately straightened.
“We need leadership that understands ordinary families and isn’t afraid to work beside them.”
She adjusted her necklace.
The evening still wasn’t over.
“Rachel demonstrated those qualities today.”
Beatrice stopped smiling.
Walter continued.
“I’d like Rachel to lead a new community food assistance program.”
I blinked.
That hadn’t been part of our agreement.
Understands ordinary families.
“Rachel, would you consider it?”
“I’d love to discuss it.”
Beatrice stood. “Excuse me? You’re giving her a job?”
“I’m offering her an opportunity.”
“She’s a complete stranger!”
That hadn’t been part of our agreement.
“An experienced event planner who organized tonight’s activities in hours,” Walter replied.
