“Maybe you need something cut differently” Chéri guessed. They couldn’t be sure Pippa was pregnant, but she seemed to have hinted at it strongly. Chéri nodded and added “I have not made this type of dress before, but I think I can manage a two piece, easier if you have something older,” they spoke with the confidence of an expert tailor.

“Sunday?” her comment was odd “Are you getting married?” they asked, curious. It was not unheard of, but one needed a groom, normally. Or at least a designated one. Chéri was fascinated by the mixing. They stared at her hand. “Why do you put more together?”