"Oh, the Happy Homes Association really does so much around the community, don't you think?" Huaisang gushes, taking the lead so as to sooner convince Ethel that he really doesn't need the assistance. "We really all need to pitch in to help keep our community thriving."

Ethel echoes some more cheerful and empty explanations about the fundraiser and the lunch before Huaisang chirps up again. "Our families should plan to go together! You and my son Angelo are just about the same age, after all, and it would be good for both of you to make more friends."