“VIPs? Why? To tell you the truth, my wife and I are a little confused why we were even invited.”
“Surely someone told you, sir. You were one of our major benefactors last year. Your loan of capital netted us over $24,000 dollars in interest. That allowed us to provide beds for at least six homeless people all year. You’re here to be spoiled and hopefully gently pressured into leaving it with us for another year.”
“Ah, that’s it. I’m sorry to disappoint you but we’ll need at least some of it back. We’ll be needing a bigger house soon, as you can see.”
“Yes, I can. Congratulations. Ferrand? Ferrand, where have I heard that name recently? Do you have any relatives around here, David?”
“No, none at all.”
“I’ve got it now. It’s one of our clients. Well, you have a lovely evening, people.”