"I had originally planned for them to attend next year's Cannes Film Festival," Adrian said in Claude's office, sounding both explanatory and somewhat complaining.
"Don't worry about it, Ed. It's not like we weren't prepared for this," Claude said, waving his hand dismissively. "I know how you feel, but that's how things go; not everything will proceed exactly as you wish."
"Yes, I know, it's just..." Adrian made a gesture, "well, I'm just a bit surprised. I should have expected this situation."
