The Killer Queen by Noella Briony

Chapter 160

Elara’s nerves were buzzing with a mix of excitement and anxiety as she broached the topic. She couldn’t quite put her finger on why she felt this way, but the timing of the boss of Polaris Star Lab showing up just seemed too perfect. Moreover, it was more than just a coincidence that she brought along crucial video footage and comprehensive experimental data.

The thought that this mystery boss had completed his experiments and prepared thoroughly before approaching Phoenix Lab filled Elara with a sense of admiration. A person capable of such forethought was surely extraordinary.

Mizar, with a grin spreading across his face, said, “Our boss goes by the code name Loadstar in the lab. If the name rings a bell, Ms. Schnabel, it’s probably because you’ve referenced her research in one of your own papers.”

Loadstar!

In the scientific community, that name was legendary!

To have published ten groundbreaking papers in leading journals, each one a masterpiece, Loadstar had almost become a template for success in their research circle.

Having referenced Loadstar’s work in her own research, Elara was more than familiar with her contributions; she was an unabashed fan.

“Ms. Schnabel, our boss really admires your work too, and if you’re interested, we’d love to have you join our lab,” Mizar added.

Elara was practically glowing with excitement. “Loadstar is my hero. Every one of his papers provides a eureka moment, sparking countless ideas. It’s fair to say that without her research, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Joining Loadstar’s lab would be an honor, but for now, I must decline.”

Mizar raised an eyebrow. “If our boss is your idol, why would you turn down the chance to work in her lab?”

Elara turned to glance at the sprawling campus behind her, a place that held not just her responsibilities, but her convictions as well. Her gaze was steady and resolute, her voice full of confident determination.

“Because my country needs me.”

“I stand corrected,” Mizar conceded. “When our boss left, she mentioned that if Ms. Schnabel ever needs anything, you are welcome at Polaris Star for some cross–pollination of ideas. However, our boss won’t be in Emerald County for the next couple of days.”

“That’s wonderful, thank you! And… uh,” Elara stammered, slightly embarrassed, “next time, could you maybe get Loadstar’s autograph for me? I’m a huge fan!”

Mizar promised earnestly and hung up the phone, immediately calling Noella.

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Chapter 160

Elara’s nerves were buzzing with a mix of excitement and anxiety as she broached the topic. She couldn’t quite put her finger on why she felt this way, but the timing of the boss of Polaris Star Lab showing up just seemed too perfect. Moreover, it was more than just a coincidence that she brought along crucial video footage and comprehensive experimental data,

The thought that this mystery boss had completed his experiments and prepared thoroughly before approaching Phoenix Lab filled Elara with a sense of admiration. A person capable of such forethought was surely extraordinary.

Mizar, with a grin spreading across his face, said, “Our boss goes by the code name Loadstar in the lab. If the name rings a bell, Ms. Schnabel, it’s probably because you’ve referenced her research in one of your own papers.”

Loadstar!

that

one a masterpiece, Loadstar had almost become a template for success

work in her own research, Elara was more than familiar with her

was an unabashed

really admires your work too, and if you’re

practically glowing with excitement. “Loadstar is my hero. Every one of his pacers provides a eureka moment, sparking countless ideas. It’s fair to say that without her research. I wouldn’t be where I

decline.”

is your idol, why would you turn down

her, a place that held not just her responsibilities, but her convictions as well. Her gaze was steady

my country needs me.”

our boss left, she mentioned that if Ms. Schnabel ever needs anything, you are welcome at Polaris Star for some cross–pollination of ideas. However, our boss won’t be in Emerald County

wonderful, thank you! And… uh,” Elara stammered, slightly embarrassed, “next time, could you maybe get Loadstar’s autograph for me? I’m a huge fan!”

earnestly and hung up the phone, immediately

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rest of your family; she’s too clever. If it weren’t for her sense of duty, I’d recruit her in a heartbeat! She even wants your autograph. Can you believe

was momentarily at a loss

considered that Noella herself was also from the Schnabel family? When Mizar suggested that Elara’s intelligence surpassed that of

angling for a demotion to janitor

“Boss, goodbye!”

Jacob was busy with a centrifuge and vials. He looked up at her with a hint of annoyance. “Where have you been, racing around like that?”

you know the head of Polaris Star

you kidding me? Who in research doesn’t? Do you think Polaris Star could maintain such

country didn’t try to recruit

wasn’t her entire life. She

equipment was basically antiquated compared to hers.

focus had nothing to do with amphibious transport technology, so

“No wonder

his samples. “She’s impressive, but you’re no slouch. With your talent, you’ll

was the first time Jacob had complimented her since she joined Phoenix Lab. Elara stepped back, wary.

be winding down, but I’ve got a bright future ahead. I’m going to be a leading scientist

to contain his frustration, Jacob barked, “Get out! I can’t stand to be

you!”

heart settling down as she tapped her chest in relief. “That’s more like it. You complimenting me out of the blue

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means trouble’s afoot!”