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.

five days off. The forced break did her some good; by Tuesday, she felt

office door. "Ms. Thorne, the team from Neural Intelligence is here for the disaster

and the others

be about half an

her things and headed for

She looked every bit the poised, polished executive-elegant, self-assured, the very image of a high-flying professional. When Sylvie heard footsteps and saw

was in, walked straight to the front

even glance her way. She directed her attention to Galen, who followed behind.

"President Fielding, would you mind waiting a little longer? The

anyone 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,

clear: she had doubts about Elodie's fitness for the job after that incident at dinner, when

really a health problem-or just

never had Elodie's taste for

face reddened. He glanced at Elodie, obviously understanding

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