Regina insisted on going home, with the summer heat and that of the stove she did not feel ready to try on clothes before taking a shower.
They went home and while Jacques was examining her wardrobe, Quarin told him about the gala evening, but Jacques already had a clear idea of the significance of the event and the elegance that was expected. He knew he had all the budget he wanted at his disposal, and he couldn't wait to dress Regina from head to toe, he had a lot of fun being an image consultant with those premises.
As soon as they were ready, they went down to the garage of the building and were flanked by a very chic car, a white Tesla with gold trim.
A man of about forty with very short graying hair, dressed in a sober manner, got out and greeted them, bowing slightly to Quarin.
