James: Miss Porter, Helena Peabody’s on Line One.

Bette: Good. I’ll be with her in just a moment.

James picks up the phone, pressing the 1 button.

James: Miss Peabody, Miss Porter has just arrived and she’ll be with you momentarily. …Yes, my apologies for the wait.

Bette is almost to her office as she is approached by the Chairman of the C.A.C. Board of Directors, Franklin.

Franklin: Good morning, Bette. I see Fae Buckley’s brought in more detractors outside.

Bette: That’s just more publicity for us.

Franklin: Is this really the kind of publicity we want?

Bette: For Provocations, it’s always welcome. As long as everyone knows their place, there will be no problems. If there are problems, Miss Williams and her security detail will handle it. I think we’re in good hands with her. I’d like to stay and chat, but Helena Peabody’s waiting on the phone.

Bette offers a quick smile before continuing on to her office. Pressing a button on her desk phone, she remains standing. The phone is on speaker.

Bette: Helena Peabody! What can I do for you this morning?

Helena: I’m watching the news and was wanting to check in on the family investment.

Bette: You mean the protestors outside? Provocations? Everything is going as planned, Helena I assure you.

Helena: I certainly hope so. More pieces of the exhibit are on their way as I speak and I do not want those wretched reprobates anyway near our properties.

Bette: Helena, everything will be just fine. Relax. You’re still coming out for the Premiere?

Helena: I am. I have other investments, including my studio to check on. Truth be told, Bette I’m actually considering a more long term residence in Los Angeles. Being in New York for so long has become rather dreary.

Bette: We have plenty of sunshine here and you’re welcome to enjoy it.

Helena: How is Tina? Is maternity leave still being kind to her?

Bette: Yes, even though she still wishes to check in with the office.

Helena: Well, you and I both are aware of her dedication. Whenever the time is proper, I would like to speak with the both of you about setting up a Los Angeles wing of the Peabody Foundation.