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Chapter 165

Chapter 165

Calvin was stunned. “How is that even possible? You’re still in your thirties.”

“Thirty–six,” Elsa said with a bitter smile. “After you were gone all those years, I went through a lot of depression meds, and with everything out of whack emotionally, by the time I had another check–up, my ovaries had pretty much shut down”

“But honestly, I figured it wasn’t the end of the world. Living alone has its perks–simple and no drama,” she added.

Calvin didn’t buy the last part, but there was nothing he could do to change what had happened. So, he just quietly took her hand, offering comfort without saying anything.

Elsa gave him a sharp look, holding his hand tightly. “Don’t even think about it, alright? Haven’t you learned your lesson yet?*

She went on, “Thankfully, Quinlyn’s here this time. She’s got a solid background, but what about next time? Especially now that you’re becoming a researcher and will have access to cutting–edge bio–tech, you really need to stay focused and keep your head on straight.”

They all came from highly educated families and had been raised with strong values, so they were extra sensitive about crossing any ethical lines.

Calvin’s personality had been a bit changed by the transplant, but hearing this, he quickly shifted his mindset. “Yeah, you’re right. We need to take care of ourselves and try to live to 100.

He thought, “That way, we could be together for many more years.

“100…” Elsa trailed off.

Jolie sat in the car, glancing at the papers Joseph had carelessly tossed on the backseat. After asking for his permission, she picked them up and froze when she saw the bold title Immortality Project.

“If this tech actually works, the world’s gonna go crazy,” Jolie said, even though she was a researcher herself. She still found the project terrifying and wanted to talk Joseph out of it.

Noticing her hesitation, Joseph chuckled and replied, “Stem cell research has been pretty common overseas for years. Lots of wealthy people and high–ups have already gotten the treatment.”

had already taken the first steps, so it only made sense that they couldn’t fall behind here. Technology had to be in their hands if they were going to feel

was busy texting Stanley and Larry about their interview results. When she found out both of

to go to an upscale revolving restaurant in the city,

thought of Mandy and called her to join. By the time everyone

said, waiting specifically for Mandy so they could go together. Mandy usually loved these kinds of things, but

bothering

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mouth to speak, but before she could, Claude cleared his throat twice, signaling

huffed pouted, her eyes slightly

having known Mandy long enough to

sweet, overly–sweet voice came

dramatic tone. They turned around and saw a young,

came here, but you didn’t even tell me? I’m carrying your child, after all. Is it too much to ask you to take me out for a nice meal?” Her words were

out his drink. He glanced at the woman, then at Claude, leaning back in his chair with a laugh. “Well,

losing his mind, waving his hands around. “A few months ago, I went

woman showed up at his door, he was totally caught

man. You got drunk, and then you know.

in with Quinlyn at the Wilson residence? Don’t want people thinking you’re causing drama with the stepmom and

off me enough. Now you’re turning my place

aren’t enough rooms at the Wilson residence, I’ve got an extra apartment. But you’ll have to cover

his rounder face, clearly giving in to the temptation of food.

worked with Quinlyn, but with Joseph, it just made him

now I’m stuck with you, and you still wanna bail?” The pregnant girl had no shame and plopped herself right between Claude and Mandy. She

make sure to take