the project would benefit the neighborhood,” she said. “They told me that if enough homeowners agreed, property values could increase. They were interested in several lots, and I thought if we could get everyone to cooperate, it would be good for all of us.”
“We told you we weren’t interested.”
“You didn’t even hear the full proposal!”
“We didn’t need to. It’s our house. We get to decide whether we sell it.”
She shook her head.
“You don’t understand how much work I’ve put into this.”
Toby stepped forward.
“Your
