"Are you free tonight?" Jonathan did not answer her question, but asked in reply.
Gloria frowned, "No, not tonight."
"Tomorrow?"
Gloria thought of Karen and said, "I don't know. Can't we just talk about it on the phone? I have important things to do and I might not have time for you."
After all... Grandma's illness was really important. She had left all the cooperation to Ted's charge.
"What are the important things?" Jonathan still didn't tell Gloria why he wanted to see her.
Gloria paused, did not respond, but asked, "Why do you want to see me? Is it about the jewelry cooperation?"
"Not really, and it's hard to explain over the phone. We'll talk when you have time. It's not very urgent. Call me when you are free in a week."
Gloria thought for a moment and responded, "OK."