Sione is a civil engineer working with a consulting firm that evaluates tenders for public infrastructure projects. During one evaluation round, he discovers that one of the shortlisted bidders is his cousin’s construction company. Although Sione hasn’t spoken to his cousin in years and doesn’t intend to show any bias, he continues to participate in the technical review panel without disclosing the connection.

Later, after the cousin’s company wins the contract, a rival firm raises concerns about the integrity of the process. The review board investigates and finds out about the relationship. Although there is no evidence of actual bias, Sione is reprimanded by his firm.