“How often do you clean the windows Charles?” Francine asked. She’s somewhat taken aback to be told that he cleans the insides twice a week and the outside once a fortnight. “Even the upstairs windows?”
“Yes, Mrs Peters.” he politely replied.
Her eyes dropped to his feet and the sturdy three inch heels strapped around them. “In those shoes?”
His mother replied on his behalf and tells Francine that he wears deck shoes when using a ladder. “Health and safety is paramount.” she added. After some ninety minutes and a bottle of wine, Francine was satisfied that she has plenty to think about and bid Marie farewell. Peter tidied the dining room before asking his mother if he could change out of his uniform. She glanced at the clock. “You can but there’s probably no point at this time.” she replied.