How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 287

Charlie looked over and waved Elodie over. "Come here. This is Eaton Aldridge- you've probably heard of him."

Of course Elodie recognized the man standing before her. She'd seen his face countless times in political briefings, international summits, and news about military affairs.

This was one of the country's top defense leaders.

No matter how calm and composed she tried to be, Elodie couldn't help but feel a flicker of surprise meeting someone of his stature.

She stepped forward and offered a polite, "Hello, I'm Elodie."

Eaton shook her hand, warm and relaxed, carrying none of the intimidating aura one might expect from someone in his position. "I know. Charlie's told me about you plenty of times. I finally get to meet the brilliant young lady he keeps mentioning."

Elodie glanced at Charlie.

He scowled, feigning gruffness. "Don't listen to him. This girl's got a rebellious streak a mile wide-I hardly ever bring her up."

Elodie could only smile wryly.

It was obvious Eaton and Charlie went way back. Both were always busy, so it was rare for them to actually sit down together like this.

"Have a seat, Elodie. Make yourself comfortable," Eaton said, his tone friendly and approving.

Elodie nodded quietly.

Eaton continued, "Your work on U.N2 has been a real breakthrough for our military technology. It's impressive to finally meet you in person-I didn't realize you were so young. You're living proof that science is the future."

Charlie took a sip of his drink before interjecting, "Don't let her get a big head over it."

Elodie let out a soft, helpless laugh.

Eaton ignored Charlie's teasing, his expression sincere. “I've read the two papers you published in the top aerospace journal a few years back. They're outstanding."

journal-Elodie's

talent like this in the country

research after that?" Elodie smiled faintly. "I got married not long

ever the straight-shooter, immediately added,

papers had already gone through; as far as he knew, she was still in the

the time or place to get into

of the heart rarely followed logic-being exceptional in one area

meeting. "You're a remarkable talent, Elodie. I sincerely hope you'll contribute your expertise to our national

military-sponsored project

projects demanded top-tier

a little taken aback, but answered quickly, "If there's a chance, I'd be happy

was no small feat. Competition would

the meal, Elodie got a call from VistaLink Technologies- something about a

"No worries. Work comes first. We'll catch up

with

her a

that, Elodie stood and

private dining

in the direction Elodie had

at the

a key figure

dwell on it and

Klein, Eaton greeted him, “You're a bit late—she just

took his seat and asked, "Who? Who was the guest

Klein had mentioned introducing his son to Elodie, Charlie had eyed him suspiciously. "Aren't you a fan of U.N2's lead developer,

Charlie an indignant look. "You sly fox. Why didn't you tell

wouldn't have missed the meeting. He'd only come because Eaton had called for a dinner, and he