Rachel's POV It was the bidding meeting and it was like the banquet all over again. We'd set up rows of chairs facing a raised platform where I'd be presenting the project details. Registration tables were positioned near the entrance, with staff checking credentials and handing out information packets. Representatives from various companies were already filing in. This was it, the official launch of Horton Group's ski resort project. I stood near the entrance, greeting people as they arrived, shaking hands and making small talk. Jennifer was beside me with her tablet, checking names off the guest list. "Ms. Crowley from Stellar Architecture," Jennifer murmured as a woman in a sharp black suit approached. "Ms. Crowley," I said warmly, extending my hand. "Thank you so much for comin

