Chapter 433: Handing Over

"Are you here to bid on behalf of Nelson, as instructed by Marilyn?" Callie forced a smile. "Mr. Oconnor is busy, so he asked me to handle it." Ahmad's fingers lightly tapped on his knee, his gaze never leaving her, making her uneasy. It felt like he was looking through her, at someone else... But she had checked; Ahmad and his wife had always been very loving, with no scandals. Could it be that he had a secret love that hadn't been exposed? Perhaps this person had left or passed away for some reason? Ahmad remained silent, so Callie continued to bid. "Ninety-five million." He finally spoke, "Do you want this item?" She didn't dare move. "If Mr. Oconnor wants it, then I naturally want it too." "Then I won't compete." His words were a surprising favor, sending chills down her spine. Callie couldn't smile. "Mr. Ellison, thank you for your generosity on behalf of Mr. Oconnor. I'm sure he will personally thank you another day." Ahmad's gaze was endlessly tender, full of emotion b