Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 675

Fred's gaze cut through the air like a knife, landing squarely on Chuck, who visibly shuddered at the impact. Though Fred hadn't uttered a single word, that look alone was laden with a threat, making Chuck realize he'd once again spoken out of turn in Mr. Winston's eyes.

But he hadn't been wrong! The company's sudden interest in working with Poppy Petal Fragrances was obviously for Marguerite's sake. Who else could it be for?

Upon hearing Chuck's insinuation, Marguerite couldn't help but beam with pride. With nothing much to do, she grew bolder and pointed at the screen, asking about the wafer-shaped object displayed.

"What's this now?"

Her inquiry clearly disrupted Fred's workflow, much to his chagrin. He had caught her sneaking glances at him, though he tried to focus his attention elsewhere. Yet, she easily managed to throw him off his rhythm. Still, he patiently explained, "It's a groundbreaking technology developed by Veracoria's top hackers. Once implanted into the human brain, the wafer can significantly alter one's life path."

"How so?" Marguerite's eyes sparkled with curiosity.

"For starters, it could modify certain memories. In more advanced cases, it could unlock a person's potential in specific areas."

terrifying! Wouldn't that turn

looked at her, amusement dancing in his eyes. Her cheeks flushed with

commanded, "Explain it

body. It's often used in the

the concept. "How is that different

treatments?"

more precise than ECT. While ECT randomly erases memories, the wafer

Marguerite murmured, impressed. Then, looking directly at Fred, she changed the subject, "But implanting a

Fred didn't flinch, "Yes."

okay with

of annoyance crossing his handsome features. Chuck quickly intervened, "Marguerite, the medical field is just one application. Mr. Winston is interested in acquiring the

her. The man she remembered, though intimidating, had never crossed legal boundaries. Feeling relieved, Marguerite turned back to Fred, "With your wealth, buying this technology should be easy,

can't be bought with money. They don't need my money, so it's not always about what you