Joseph let out a cold laugh. "How do you think this ends? Here, see for yourself!"He grabbed a document off his desk and threw it in Sophie's face.Sophie picked it up, and her face turned paler with each line she read. There were words regarding disciplinary action… project funding slashed by half
"It's good that you understand!" Sophie snapped just as Yasmine's phone rang."Hello?" she answered, and whatever she heard made her face go white."How can they be doing an inspection all of a sudden? This wasn't supposed to happen! Plus, didn't they just inspect us?"Alright, I'll be there right a
Meanwhile, Sophie had just received her disciplinary action. In no time, two of her labs were slapped with notices for rectification. It felt like her world was crashing down."Aunt… Dr. Xander, what do we do now?" Yasmine asked while gripping Sophie's arm anxiously.Hank looked equally distressed w
Beckett's expression finally softened. "Should we try to placate Christine?""No need. I know Chris well; she's not one for power struggles or internal conflicts. She's one of the rare few who are deeply committed to academia," said Hendrix."What about her three students and the lab everyone's talk
"How's that possible?" Beckett was in disbelief.Not only were Miranda and the other students at Bedford College, but their advisor, Christine, was still officially a faculty member."If it's not credited to the college, then where?"Aileen replied, "Infinity Lab."A thought flashed through Beckett'
"You…" Hendrix was tongue-tied.Christine spoke slowly and firmly, "My students deserve my protection. I'd rather forfeit any superficial recognition than let those who've hurt them benefit. That's all there is to it."I didn't put my name on this one, and I won't in the future. The college had bett
The Landon estate wasn't the typical modern-style mansion but rather a traditional courtyard-style home. The front and back courtyards were interconnected, with the walls a faded gray, and some sections even peeling.The front yard was paved with blue-gray stone, giving the place an old-fashioned lo
Out of politeness, Miranda lightly shook his hand but quickly pulled hers back. Kai thought for a moment and extended his hand toward Madison.Madison had just eaten a tart and hadn't brushed off the crumbs on her hands. Feeling a bit embarrassed, she apologized, "Uh… I'll skip the handshake. Sorry
Aren couldn't understand it. "Why are you in such a rush? Sam has been single for quite some time, and you've never reacted this strongly before."Of all things, she wanted to set up a blind date."You… you're not sleepwalking, right?" Aren asked cautiously. Fiona turned to glare at him immediately
"Huh? Why didn't I hear Sam start his car? Has he left? Let me take a look…" Aren muttered as he walked to the floor-to-ceiling window and peered out. "I knew it! His car is still there. He didn't leave at all. Could his car be stuck in the snow? That doesn't make sense… It hasn't been snowing long
The night was dark and silent as the heavy snow fell. Inside the estate, Fiona glanced out the window. "Oh, it looks like it's snowing outside," she said. Sam remained indifferent as it snowed every year in Elgerson. To him.. Or rather, snow was nothing special to anyone who grew up in Elgerson.
Aren nodded. "That works too. Sam, you don't need to send them off then. Head home and rest early."Sam remained silent. Before long, a maid came in and reported, "Both boxes have been loaded into Dr. Jefferson's car."Paul bid farewell to the elderly couple. "Mr. and Mrs. Garrison Senior, we'll he
Miranda was completely unaware of what was happening at the chessboard. At that moment, she was sitting on the couch and watching a dating reality show with Fiona. Yes, a dating show. In Fiona's own words, she said, "I just love watching young people fall in love. If I happen to find a couple I li
Since Paul had arrived, Fiona invited everyone to head to the dining room. Sam caught up to him and said dryly, "Dr. Jefferson, you seem quite free today."Paul replied, "It's the end of the year, so both the college and the labs are starting their holiday break. Perhaps the only ones still busy at
Sam brought his laptop to the living room and sat cross-legged in front of the coffee table. The thick wool carpet and the warmth of the heater kept the winter chill at bay. He began working in an orderly manner. From the business department to branding, then over to finance and human resources… E
"Sam is getting better at taking care of others," Fiona teased, chuckling. "When are you going to bring home a granddaughter-in-law for us?"Sam nearly choked on his food and coughed lightly. "Grandma, where did that come from?"Fiona immediately straightened up. "Do you think I'm joking? I'm seriou
After Miranda finished with her drink, Paul took the glass and placed it aside. Exhausted, she lay back down on the bed. Soon, Paul lifted the covers and slid beside her. "By the way," Miranda said, "Grandma asked me to visit the estate tomorrow. Do you have time to come with me?""Tomorrow?" Paul