Chapter 322

Charlie didn't waste any time. "It's good you've separated. Now focus on yourself."

"As for grad school, thanks to your previous results in the U.N2 project and my recommendation to waive your preliminary exams, you just need to prepare the paperwork. When the time comes, go straight to the interview. Treat it as a formality—think of it as an experience."

Elodie was taken aback.

But Charlie didn't give her a chance to ask questions-he hung up without another word.

Typical Charlie. Ornery as ever, the old man.

Still, this opportunity for grad school was an unexpected gift. If she'd followed the usual process, she'd have to wait another year.

But then again-

Elodie thought of Sylvie. She seemed to have similar plans for grad school. As for the details, Elodie didn't know and didn't care to dwell on it. Other people's plans were their business.

She just wanted to do the things she'd set her mind to.

At the very least-

No regrets.

had insisted she take five days off. The forced break did her some good; by Tuesday, she felt recharged and was

morning, Galen appeared at her office door. "Ms. Thorne, the team from Neural Intelligence is here

Sterling and

checked-they'll be

things and headed for the

she spotted Sylvie sitting on the couch, reviewing documents. She looked every bit the poised, polished executive-elegant, self-assured, the very image of a high-flying professional. When Sylvie heard footsteps

straight to the front row, and took her seat with her

didn't even glance her way. She directed her attention to Galen, who followed

what she was getting at, replied politely, "President Fielding, would

in charge at VistaLink? For a project this critical, shouldn't someone capable be here? If you leave it to someone with health issues-someone liable to faint at any moment- you risk delays, or worse, mishandling

job after that incident at dinner, when Elodie had

really a

never had Elodie's taste

face reddened. He glanced at Elodie, obviously understanding who

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