“Actually” Bette couldn’t hold back a chuckle “I miss the excitement in a gallery.”

“Then you’re in for one exciting show because the artists that I have lined up are going to knock your socks off.  We’re going to have the ‘Pink Floyd Concert’ of exhibitions.”  Kelly boasted.

“I’m sure that whatever you have planned would make a remarkable show, but the CAC sought my expertise back then based on my affiliation with well known artists and not to mention the clientele I have in my little black book” Bette smirked.

“Indeed, your reputation precedes you” Kelly agreed.  “What do you want?”

“Complete control, we do the show my way” Bette stated bluntly.

“I see you’re still a control freak” Kelly said with a slight tilt of her head.  “Fine” Kelly gave in “I guess I’ll just have to tell Lars Jensen that the CAC won’t be showing any of his paintings.”  The statement didn’t impress one bit.

“Lars Jensen is misogynistic pig and I wouldn’t hang any of his paintings in a public restroom” Bette said as looked at her in shock.

“He happens to be a good friend of mine” Kelly held a hand to her chest.

“Well I feel sorry for you” Bette chuckled “catering to that Neanderthal who is obviously beneath you” Bette saved.

“He does make those sexist remarks” Kelly shook her head.  “I hope you have a great show planned then again with your reputation I wouldn’t expect anything less than spectacular.”

“You wanted ‘Pink Floyd.’  I will deliver ‘The Beatles at Shea Stadium’ of shows.”  Bette’s guarantee sealed the deal.

“Fine whatever you want” Kelly was floored.  “I can’t wait until you start working for me.”

“For the CAC” Bette corrected before adding “there’s still the matter of my fee.”

“You’re not content with what we’ve offered?”  Kelly seemed shocked over the inquiry.

“The offer is for one show” Bette recalled from Franklin’s proposal.  “I’m going to make the CAC a lot of money and I intend to get my fair share.”  She scribbled down something on a piece of paper then handed it to Kelly.

“You drive a hard bargain” Kelly said after reading the figure “at least you know you’re worth.  I’ll bring it up to the board but I’m not making any promises.”