Chris coughed a deliberate cough, and the girl paused as if Chris had given her a warning.

Brianna felt a sudden relief. She flipped through a catalog of the auction items on the desk, hoping to divert her attention and ease her worried mind.

Chris went over to Scott with a smile and extended his hand for a handshake.

"A pleasure to see you, Mr. Butler. Who is this? May I ask?" Scott stood up, shook Chris' hand, and said as he looked at the girl casually. The girl trembled ...