When Liesel arrived at the research facility, a familiar figure was already standing at the entrance. "Mr. Donner," she greeted with a faint smile. He was Felix Donner—one of the vice-presidential candidates and the youngest son of a major shareholder, Julian Donner. His backing was as solid as they came. "Ms. Sharp, you're here too," Felix said, turning around with a smirk. "I heard through the grapevine that Mr. Durham doesn't like working with women. So, Ms. Sharp, no matter how beautiful you are, it might not help." To some, Liesel's achievements were often attributed to her appearance and her connections with powerful men. It was laughable. Felix, equipped with his privileged background, arrogance, and narrow-mindedness, genuinely believed there couldn't be a woman as competent as Liesel. That belief made him look down on her. Liesel's eyelids twitched, but her smile didn't falter. "Rumors travel fast. But if Mr. Durham truly thinks that way, then someone with yo
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