Ethan's POV
I arrived at Noble Delight Bistro five minutes early, but Vivian had already claimed a corner table. She sat with her back straight as a ruler, tapping away at her tablet with one hand while holding a martini in the other. Multi-tasking at its finest.
"Hope I didn't keep you waiting," I said, sliding into the seat across from her.
"Not at all. I simply believe that if you don't arrive early, you're already late." She set down both tablet and drink. "I took the liberty of ordering appetizers. The truffle fries here are divine."
"And necessary for planning insane charity galas?"
"Absolutely essential." She smiled, all business. "Now, tell me exactly what we're working with here. Budget? Theme? Guest count?"
I leaned back in my chair. "Budget's flexible. As for guests, my fr
