Adrian arrived at Vale Inc. later than usual. The moment he stepped out of the elevator, Damian was already waiting. His best friend narrowed his eyes suspiciously. “You’re late.” Adrian didn’t even bother responding.
Unfortunately for Damian, they had a board meeting in ten minutes. Before he could start interrogating him, Adrian walked past and headed directly toward the conference room. Several executives were already seated when he entered.
Halfway through one the meetings, his secretary quietly placed in a file in front of him.
“The Sterling Fashion Design Competition,” she explained.
“They're looking for sponsors this year. The organizers would like to know if Vale Inc. is interested.”
Adrian glanced briefly at the document. Sterling. The competition Elena had entered. Without
