Sensing her need to object, Brodie preempted her outburst. “Easy, baby,” Brodie murmured in her ear, making her shiver, and reminding her of the precariousness of where she was.
The others in the room were unfazed; none appeared to be horrified as she was. “We will have to consult with colleagues,” Sikorski said, speaking for the group without their permission.
Grant nodded as though he’d expected this and it was traditional for there to be a pitch before negotiations commenced. “I understand,” Grant said, bending to spread his hands on the table. “Final bids will be expected within two weeks.”
“And delivery?” Sutcliffe asked and the three prospective buyers all awaited an answer.
Explaining delivery was Grant’s worry. “We have plans to make,” Kahlil said. “We will not delay for—”
“So
