The mention of piano reminded Claudia of her upcoming performance on the 20th. After some hesitation, she decided to give Bennett a heads up. "I've got a show on the 20th, by the way.”

“Where?”

“Pegasus Avenue," she replied without a second thought.

“ALL right," he said, setting his coffee cup down. “We'll have the chef prepare lunch. Let them know your preferences. As for the afternoon..." he trailed off. "Never mind.”

Rising to his feet, Bennett retreated upstairs. Soon after, he emerged in a shirt and suit pants.