This was why Samantha decided to compete against Nelson, despite his character.

***

The pair arrived at Nine Kings half an hour later.

A sea of people was already there. Many companies had their proposals in hand, waiting to participate in the bidding process.

“Sit here. I doubt our turn will come anytime soon. I’ll go get you a cup of water.” Adrian pulled Samantha toward a chair, and the latter nodded.

She still found it a little uncomfortable how caring Adrian was toward her.

Adrian cam