Ariel just gave a faint smile, offering neither a yes nor a no.Kristen let out a chuckle. "Sorry, I shouldn't have asked that. I know in our industry, it's standard to keep key engineers' identities under wraps. But I'm not trying to pry or poach. I'm just curious."She was honest.Ariel smiled politely. "No worries. We understand."Kristen genuinely liked Ariel. She was impressed by how someone so young could remain so composed and clear-headed, especially in how she analyzed the situation."So? What do you think, Ms. Ulmer?" Samson finally asked while raising an eyebrow at Kristen.Kristen glanced at him. "If Faye Tech and Yeager Group get the chance to work together, I believe we'll make great partners. After all, our philosophies seemed to align well."Ariel caught the implication.Pleasantries were exchanged, and the lunch went by smoothly and pleasantly.By the end of lunch, Kristen, ever the busy woman, had to slip out early. She had other things to take care of.Sams
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