The Luna Is Gone by Angelique Quinn

Chapter 133

Chapter 133

Diana’s pov

William’s words fell, and the entire laboratory fell silent.

All eyes turned to me, puzzled as to why, with the presence of the “Healer” already in the lab, William insisted on introducing a new virologist.

It was clear from William’s demeanor that he highly valued this virologist.

I coldly chuckled within myself.

Others might not understand, but I knew exactly what was going on.

Fisher Mackey was likely sent by William to keep an eye on me.

In the end, William doesn’t trust me.

It’s not surprising. After all, I never intended to compromise my principles and align

with him.

Fisher seemed intentionally elevated in status by William; after the introduction, William left without acknowledging me.

Fisher bowed to see him off.

Then, he straightened up, lifted his chin, and cast a condescending gaze at everyone.

“Who’s Healer?” he asked.

I furrowed my brows.

“I am.‘

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Fisher slowly rolled his eyes, maintaining a self–assured tilt to his chin throughout.

At the sight of me, a disdainful smile played on his lips.

“A woman, of all things. No wonder the experiment has been stagnant.”

His tone dripped with sarcasm.

hadn’t informed him of

Fisher was intentional.

aimed to assert dominance and embarrass

only female staff member

I could respond, someone challenged him, “What’s wrong with being a woman?

a fact. As women, you should stay at home, take care of children, manage household chores, and prepare perfect

not suitable for you, and your involvement will only make things worse, just like our

–

sparked anger throughout the lab.

researchers clenched their fists,

“So, you’re questioning

great Penny, but

Fisher glanced at me, “based on

“You

female researcher attempted to rush forward.

I stopped her.

just said? I must

on, let me—”

mouth?” Fisher scoffed, raising his voice arrogantly, “I’m sure you’ve all noticed William’s attitude towards me today. From now on, I’m your boss! Are you daring to lay hands on me? Don’t

made you discriminate against women too?” I retorted, “If that’s the case, I’ll call

to keep me in the

it

Fisher heard my intention to resign,

panic flashed in his eyes, and he uncomfortably

you’re all here now, focus on completing your respective tasks,” he swiftly changed the subject. “Now, everyone, compile your experimental results and data into a document, and submit it to me in two

headed to

researcher stamped her foot in frustration, “What is William thinking? Why bring

me, cautious yet inquisitive.

any conflict between you and William?

develop

all, the more they know, the more dangerous it is

pursed her lips and, like the others,

had to pause their ongoing work and, at Fisher’s request, waste

rested a hand on my

to deal with

I looked up

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