Heather would have been able to share her feelings with Joyce, but they had not spoken since the deal was done. Heather knew that Joyce worried about her and hoped that she would come around soon. She missed Joyce’s company.
In place of pouring out her frustrations about Robert to a friend, Heather wasted no time in assembling the team of painters, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and house cleaners to work on the project. They were in awe at the size of the mansion and knew this would be an extended project. Heather orchestrated the workers from the front porch.
Rosa Martinez, a strong, middle-aged woman with black hair and eyes to match approached Heather. The other three women that comprised her team stood nearby listening.
“What kind of business will this be?” asked Rosa, one of
