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Chapter 411

Layla was about to answer the female researcher's question when her gaze fell on Millie. "Professor Cadmore, why did you bring an irrelevant person into the lab?""What do you mean by irrelevant? This is my granddaughter!" Layla snapped, her displeasure evident in her tone. The researcher sized Millie up with hostility. Despite that, Millie wasn't bothered by her look. She was indeed an outsider, after all. "Naomi, this is my granddaughter. She's not an outsider," Layla repeated. Naomie Jaeger was an important figure in the lab. However, her arrogance often rubbed people the wrong way. She looked down on others and considered herself superior. Yet, the rarity of such talent meant that Layla and the team had to put up with her. She was an outstanding researcher selected from a hundred candidates. Despite her flaws, her skills were undeniable.Naomi couldn't be bothered with that. She then said, "Professor Cadmore, I've been in this lab for many years. There's something I nee
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Chapter 412

Naomi swallowed hard and asked from behind, "Aspher?"Millie smiled. Naomi was a tough woman to handle.She hooked her arm around Layla's, her confusion evident as she asked, "Grandma, if she wants to leave, why not just let her go? The lab can just manage fine without her."Layla sighed. "What do you mean 'let her go'? She was just venting. Did you really think she meant it? It's true that our research hasn't made any progress in years, so it's only natural that everyone's feeling frustrated."Naomi may be arrogant, but she's not a bad person. I just need to persuade her, and she'll stay."Millie glanced at Layla's face. Despite being 70, she was still as strong-willed and spirited as ever. She didn't look her age at all, more like someone in her 50s. Her posture was impeccable. While her skin had started to sag a little, it didn't diminish her looks. Millie couldn't help but think that Layla was tough on the outside but had a heart of gold. If it were up to Millie, she would
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Chapter 413

Millie cast a meaningful glance at Layla. She wanted to refuse but was at a loss for words.The people around them nodded in agreement, saying, "This Aspher is a real game-changer. Ms. Caldwell, you must thank this person properly.""Yes, our research project is expected to make progress because of it. You should definitely express your gratitude!"Layla joked, "Did you hear that? It's everyone's wish."Millie smiled and nodded, showing that she had heard them. As she left the lab, the researchers made a point to thank her again. …On her way home, Millie called Marvin and said casually, "Could you arrange a meeting with Paxton for me?"Given Paxton's age, she figured it was appropriate to address him by his first name."What's up? Are you perhaps interested in this kid?" Marvin teased. Millie clicked her tongue in frustration. "Seriously, Marvin? He's so young, and I'm significantly older. How could you suggest that?"Marvin chuckled but didn't respond. After hanging up,
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Chapter 414

Winston was about to offer to buy the bag for Joanna. At that moment, the sales associate informed Joanna, "Sorry, Ms. Lowell, but Ms. Caldwell has already bought this bag. This is the only one we have."Joanna frowned when she heard that. Millie, on the other hand, pursed her lips. She couldn't help but find the situation amusing. Their shared tastes in dresses, bags, and men were just infuriating."I'm sorry, but this bag is mine," Millie said with a gentle smile.Joanna's frown deepened when she caught a hint of smugness in Millie's eyes. She tightened her hold on Winston's arm. It was merely a bag. What was there to boast about? After all, she had Winston.Seeing Joanna's hand tightly gripping Winston's arm, Millie felt a wave of conflicted emotions. She had gained everything, yet she had lost the man she loved. She couldn't tell if her situation was a victory or a defeat. The more Joanna looked at Millie, the more irritated she grew. "Ms. Caldwell, your bag is ready," th
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Chapter 415

Winston froze momentarily. With a frown, he turned to look in the direction Millie had gone. So she had actually asked Paxton out for a meal? Winston then responded to Paxton's text, "Decline."Paxton immediately wrote back, "Uncle Winston, she said she just wants to thank me for the Aspher. She doesn't have any other motives." Winston didn't reply. In no time, Paxton asked again, "Should I go?'Winston was about to text him back when Joanna grabbed his hand, smiling as she asked, "What are you looking at?" Shaking his head, Winston locked his phone screen. Joanna grinned from ear to ear and suggested, "Win, let's go grab a bite together.""Okay." Winston nodded.After paying, they left the mall. On the drive to the restaurant, Paxton sent another message. "I couldn't turn down the invitation, so I'm going. Don't worry, Uncle Winston. I won't mess it up by mentioning that the Aspher was from you."Winston read the text but remained silent. If Paxton wanted to go, so be i
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Chapter 416

Paxton immediately shook his head. "It's nothing. There's no need to dwell on it.""No, this is a big deal," Millie replied, shaking her head. Paxton waved his hand dismissively but couldn't resist sneaking a glance at Winston. Did he hear that? Millie just expressed her gratitude and said it was a big deal. "By the way, how did you manage to get the Aspher?" Millie asked as she poured a glass of water, her interest piqued. Paxton blinked repeatedly. Of course, it was Winston who had gotten it."I bought it off someone," he answered with a smile. Millie pressed further, "Was it expensive?Paxton shook his head in response. It didn't cost him a dime. Millie shrugged and asked, "Paxton, since you seem to know a lot about herbs, do you happen to have any other rare ones on hand?" She took a sip of water after speaking, and her eyes were filled with anticipation. However, Paxton simply shook his head. With that, Millie didn't push the matter and steered the conversation ba
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Chapter 417

"Don't be ridiculous," Winston warned, his voice chilly and distant. It was as though he was deliberately avoiding the situation.Millie stood rooted to the spot. Right then, her gaze inadvertently locked with Winston's dark eyes. When he frowned, Millie did too. Just like that, they stared at each other, neither willing to break eye contact. It was only when Joanna turned that Millie's attention was finally drawn away. Millie's hands, resting at her sides, clenched slightly as she asked, "Does the Aspher belong to Winston?"Before Winston could respond, Joanna's icy voice interjected, "Who else would it be?"Millie ignored Joanna and turned her attention to Winston, wanting to hear his explanation. If the Aspher was indeed his, did that mean he was the one who sent the herb to the auction house overseas?And if that was the case, why didn't Winston give it to Millie directly? Why did he have someone else to do it instead?Millie's tone was calm as she asked again, "Mr. Greer,
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Chapter 418

Millie turned and watched Winston walk away, her expression growing more troubled. When Winston glanced back and met Millie's eyes, it seemed like he had something to say. But in the end, he chose to chase after Joanna. Millie remained quiet. A moment later, she chuckled wryly. What was all this about? When she looked up again, she saw Paxton standing before her. The young man awkwardly scratched his head, looking somewhat helpless. Millie approached him and said, "Let's finish this meal."Whether the Aspher was his or Winston's, her purpose today was to treat them to a meal. Winston probably thought that if he were the one offering the Aspher, Millie wouldn't accept them. But he was overthinking it. For something relevant to Layla's research, she was extremely cautious. She wouldn't let any personal grudges interfere with the research's success. Even if Winston had been the one to offer the herb that day, Millie would have accepted it, though she would have raised the p
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Chapter 419

Millie was going to her car in the parking lot when a black Maybach suddenly stopped in front of her. The car window rolled down; it was Winston."Millie, get in the car," he said calmly, although his tone was intense.She declined. "I'm going back."If Joanna found out that he sent her home, she would definitely cause a scene again."Get in the car," repeated Winston, his tone growing more serious.Millie frowned. "What's the matter?""Can't I just meet you? Didn't you used to enjoy being with me?" Winston grew impatient over time.She smiled. "Mr. Greer, if you don't have anything to tell me, there's no need for you to come to me. Time is precious for everyone, and our identities have changed. Let's not compare ourselves to the past."Winston was rendered speechless. Undoubtedly, things had changed significantly.Millie's phone rang abruptly. It was the reminder she had set for her divorce appointment tomorrow. She turned her phone screen to Winston and smiled. "Mr. Greer,
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Chapter 420

Millie could only turn to the side. Seeing this, Winston experienced a twinge of discomfort in his heart. In the past, she would promptly ask him to put out his cigarette, but now she simply frowned and remained silent. He suddenly asked, "No comment?"Millie looked up at him. "What should I say?"Winston was at a loss for words. He gazed at Millie, his eyes expressing a myriad of emotions. It was the first time he had truly taken the time to appreciate her captivating beauty. At that moment, he realized the exquisite allure of her eyes, which possessed a captivating charm that could ensnare anyone at first glance.They looked at each other, but Millie was the first to look away. This had always been the case, from high school until now. Even after their divorce, Millie claimed she no longer loved him. Nevertheless, whenever they locked eyes, she would always be the one to break the gaze, unable to withstand the intensity of their eye contact.Winston chuckled and took a drag
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