“Anything else?”Thompson asked.
“What more can one man do than be a superhero?”Cade asked.
Rubbing his hands together, Thompson left the room.
“Where were we?”William asked.“Are we getting other bids?”
“I sent Cade all of my information ahead of time, in case he wanted to.”
“One was a no-response,” Cade said.“Another’s quote was incomprehensible.If someone else wants to be in charge, they’re welcome to.But I’m not working with multiple vendors.”
“We saw the job she did for Connor and Lara,” Erin replied.“And we’re already six months behind on this.And since it was your idea, Granddaddy, you’re welcome to be in charge.Maybe Grandma Libby might help.”
“Barn needs some updating before the event,” Cade added.“Rotted timbers, paint.That kind of thing.”
“Do we have any full-time positions at Donovan Worldwide?”the Colonel demanded.“I’m going to have go to back to work to pay these bills.”
“And what he means is, thank you for such a comprehensive proposal,” Erin said.
“That’s exactly what he meant,” Cade added.
Sofia worked to hide her grin.
She brainstormed a few more ideas with them, then asked, “Do you have guest lists?”
“I’m still going over that,” Erin said.“In fact, I’m meeting with Thompson later for his suggestions.”
“I can get a save-the-date card going.”
“Is that in the budget?”the Colonel demanded.
“Yes, sir.Under logistics.Up to you if you want to do both an email blast and a printed card.Or we can save money and only use email.At any rate, we’ll need a graphic designer.”
“Please,” Erin said.“Let’s get it going.Email as well as print.Maybe two hundred and fifty of those?”
They discussed the time of the event then William Donovan stood.“How long are you staying, Cade?”
“Heading back.”
“Did you fly?”
“Too short of notice.”
“You coming for next week’s family meeting?”
“That’s a possibility.”
The Colonel nodded and drew his bushy eyebrows together.
But Cade was looking directly at Sofia.
She swallowed.Was he honestly considering coming to Houston because of her?
Erin confirmed that she’d be available if Sofia needed anything, and she promised that the family would discuss all events and have the contract signed by next week.
“Thank you.”
Erin followed her grandfather from the room, leaving her alone with Cade.
