In this personal narrative, the speaker recounts the tense three‑week period after being approached to sell his company, during which he kept the offer hidden from his wife. One afternoon his wife confronts him about his whereabouts, prompting him to reveal that potential buyers are interested. He describes how, after the conversation becomes serious, he begins to test his family's imagination about his future beyond the business during Sunday meals. His 16‑year‑old daughter astutely guesses that the company is being bought, while his younger son urges him not to sell, expressing emotional attachment. The speaker reflects on the conflicting advice—financial gain versus personal identity tied to the company—and acknowledges the weight of the decision now that the offer amount is known.
