Eliza tried to lighten the mood, hoping to sidestep the issue.

Amaya, however, was having none of it. "He's always at home; there's no way he has a girlfriend. Definitely not."

Eliza just smiled, opting not to continue the conversation.

Not far off, Faithe and Casper's eyes were glued to Eliza.

"Mr. Casper, do you think she can land the contract?"

Faithe had her doubts about Eliza's abilities. Sure, Eliza had some connections, but the stakes here were much higher than just knowing the right people.

"If she wants that million, she'll move mountains to get it done."

Eliza had a tenacious streak. Casper didn't know why she needed the million, but it seemed urgent.

Mr. Casper, with all the competition today, are you sure she can

the land years ago, it had since been deeded to his son. And his son, David, had once been head over heels

outside, and Faithe quickly

since you and Eliza last caught up. Why don't you two chat? I'll go check

all smiles, nudged her son

helplessness and embarrassment. "Excuse my mom, she's

Carter owned has been transferred to

small talk first. A bit about the past, a bit about

here

took a deep breath and glanced at the eager businessmen around," know many are eyeing it, but Welton

now?" He realized Eliza's visit wasn't social; it was all business. "You're here to

She didn't need

up the largest auction base in Falconfidge, and your land is in a prime spot. So... would you consider

didn't rush to answer. His eyes lingered on Eliza's delicate and pretty

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