As I entered the bidding hall with Tyler at my side, the air was filled with the hum of talks that were being mumbled between people and the rustling of papers. I could sense the heated tension in Tyler's every step, despite the fact that the room was filled with a mixture of eager expectation and nerves that were barely held. The hard stiffness in his shoulders was framed by the crisp lines of his suit, which defined his jaw such that it looked set. This deal meant everything, and his eyes flashed with that unusual, determined focus that I had only seen a few times before. this deal meant everything. I couldn't shake the knot that was in my stomach, despite the fact that he had the air of a man who was ready for a fight. During the beginning of the talks, we sat down in the front r

