To: Prudence Why don’t you suggest that he calls me on my birthday and then I can widen the conversation?

To: Rupert Tell him you miss seeing the kids, ask how they are, etc, ask him about all the things he’s been doing.

To: Prudence I know. Not totally stupid.

To: Rupert I think it is imperative that you get this sorted out soon. Some toes will be trod on and egos hurt but it would be worse to leave things as they are. You are the kingpin. You still hold the power.

To: Anna Would love nothing more than peace all around. But the fact remains Lachlan is the best to run the business — greatly respected inside and outside! James is very bright and articulate — but time and again showed poor judgment.