Chapter 76 - Auction (1) (1/2)

Stella had emptied her wine glass already and grabbed a new one from the waiter who was passing by her table. She was tapping her foot against the floor in uneasiness. She wasn't used to conversing with people, except for Adam, he was an exception.

She would occasionally humm in response with a nod every now and then. She didn't have a choice but could only reply to Taylor with a polite smile, who seemed to be enjoying their conversation which was more or less like a monologue. He was telling her about his company, everything about it. She politely smiled as he continued mentioning his achievements. Whereas, internally, she was yelling at the man before her. 'I don't want to hear about you or your company.'

What seemed like an eternity to Stella, Adam finally came back. She felt his presence before she could actually see him. She sighed inwardly with relief as she felt a familiar arm around her waist.

”Sorry, it took me long.” Adam spoke softly as he placed a kiss on the side of her head.

”It's alright.” Stella gave him a soft smile in return.

”Have you thought about the contract?” Taylor interrupted the duo.

”I have. I am still going through the contract.” Adam replied. Though he was lying and had already read the contract a couple of times, but Taylor didn't have to know that.

”It's alright. Take your time.” Taylor gave him a wide smile.

A young lady who was dressed in a seductive black gown walked towards the trio and whispered softly next to Taylor's ear.

”Looks like I have to go now. Something cropped up at the company. You guys enjoy the rest of the event.” Taylor added after the girl in black had left.

”It was a pleasure meeting you both.” He bid the couple goodbye and left the hall followed by the same girl.

”Thank God, he's gone.” Stella muttered under her breath but Adam still caught on it.

He cleared his throat to get the girl's attention. When Stella turned her head to look at him, she saw him looking at her with a questioning look on his face.

”He was talking, like non-stop. Even though I wasn't reply much.” She pouted.

Adam smiled and tilted his head down to place a soft peck on her already pouty lips.

”Let's go.” He said after kissing her.