"I work for the Milton Group!" I answered, "Oscar, I heard that politicians like yourself are not able to participate. So, you're here now because..?"

He was slightly stunned and said with a smile, "Yes, of course, we can't participate. It's my wife who's doing so. It's not great to have her stay home idly, so I arranged for a corporate position for her to keep her busy. Hence, I could get some peace and quiet at home! I am here to accompany her today."

From his explanation, it seemed like he was a caring husband!

I smiled. Seeing that it was getting late, I stood up and said, "Oscar, the auction is about to begin. I have to go and prepare first, so I'll take my leave."

He stood up with a smile, but he blocked my way. "Miss Reid, there is still some time. It's rare to see you, so why don't we talk? It won't take a lot of time, just a few minutes."

I was stunned. Even if I was stupid, I could understand what he meant. He'd waited for this opportunity!

to speak to me about?"

with a smile, indicating for me to sit down

down and stared at him as I maintained my polite

you receive for this project?" He asked, straight to the

I chuckled lightly. "Oscar, are you showing genuine concern for the livelihood

hearty laugh, he said rather

and

think if we strike a good deal,

faintly and told him, "How about this, Oscar, you have to tell me first, why you care about my commission? This way, I can

his lips, and the smile on his face deepened. "Miss Reid, you're rather frank

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