Chapter 11 Though resentment and reluctance churned within her , Samantha ultimately yielded to Justin She passed over the multimillion - dollar pieces with agonizing slowness , each movement radiating possessions . Menu command . reluctance , as if surrendering her most prized The moment the jewelry changed hands , Justin turned on his heel . He snorted coldly , then walked out with an unpleasant expression . His hurried and heavy footsteps seemed to vent all his anger into the floor . Samantha , despite her own wounded pride , quickly gathered herself and hurried after him in her heels . From behind , Emelia watched Samantha's hurried departure with growing concern . The two - month - pregnant woman was recklessly running in high heels , showing complete disregard for her unborn child . Then again , Emelia realized that Samantha probably saw this pregnancy merely as a tool for social climbing . How could she genuinely care about the baby ? Only after Justin and Samantha disappeared from view did Emelia turn to Joshua with a polite smile . " Thank you for your assistance , Mr. Anderson , " she daid softly . " Consider it a return favor for your support during the auction , " Joshua replied , rubbing his nose with a faint smile . Emelia's brow furrowed slightly as she studied him . " Justin wields considerable influence in Atlanta . Most wouldn't dare cross him . Your assistant addressed you as Mr. Anderson . Might you be from the Anderson Group ? " Hearing this , Joshua narrowed his eyes and fell silent . Joshua's eyes narrowed imperceptibly , his expression becoming unreadable . The prolonged silence felt like a quiet denial . " Forgive my curiosity , " Emelia sighed before changing tack , her eyes lighting with interest . " I wonder if you're interested in collaborating with the Sutton family . " She knew the land Joshua had acquired represented tremendous potential .