“If your company hopes to participate in any future projects d I have no intention of wasting either their time or mine.” She slid the contract onto the polished conference table with deliberate composure before taking a graceful step back. “The agreement will remain here. Take as much time as you need to consider it. Once you’ve reached a decision, my assistant will arrange the rest.” “Wait!” Zach’s voice rang out just as she turned to leave. He reached for the contract almost instinctively, uncapped his pen, and skimmed through every page with growing disbelief. Every clause reflected the terms they had negotiated earlier—except the agreement had become even more favorable. An additional provision granted their company priority consideration for future Langford Group bidding opport

