How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 553

Elodie nodded.

She turned and noticed that the judges were already seated.

Besides Charlie, several others looked familiar-industry heavyweights, all of them.

The venue was massive, perfectly suited for a technology showcase.

Spectators were gradually filling the seats.

As Elodie headed over, she spotted Jarrod, who had personally escorted Sylvie.

Sylvie's expression darkened when she saw Watts and Elodie paired together. She didn't bother with a greeting, just turned to Jarrod and said, "Go on up, Jarrod. I'm fine here, you don't need to worry."

Jarrod gave a brief nod.

Elodie barely glanced his way, instead turning to discuss strategy with Watts.

Sylvie cast a wary look at Watts-she respected his skills. But the fact that he seemed interested in Elodie...

A hint of mockery curled at Sylvie's lips.

Elodie was more resourceful than she'd expected. She hadn't delivered much in terms of results, but she'd managed to snag the attention of a man. No wonder Jarrod had lost interest.

Sylvie brushed past Elodie with a cold glance and returned to her own team.

Jarrod made his way back to his seat, next to Maurice and Selma.

away on business and wouldn't make it today. He'd only be here for the big event two

was practically floored by the

really pulling out all the stops," he muttered, impressed

was a mix of industry

was seated

no interest in empty small talk. His eyes were fixed

The competition began.

challenge was a live drone stability test under

challenge-she adjusted parameters on the fly, hitting the

had slipped loose, tumbling down

her, and without touching her skin, gently gathered her hair and swept it over her shoulder, holding it

work, barely registering what had

gesture did not go unnoticed by

shot up from his

ket

he grumbled, frowning.

bit too obvious?

here,

watched, but said

softly. "Ms. Thorne certainly knows

connections are...

carried just enough edge to

you're here too. After that plagiarism scandal, aren't you your presence will

stung by the direct

let out