The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 385:

Greta said, “Mom, she has only graduated for a few years. Maybe everything from her lecture came straight from her college textbooks? The National Research Institute already has many top-tier graduates from international universities.”

Brenna chose not to defend her credentials. Accustomed to skepticism and underestimation, she had faced many rumors that she had advanced her career by currying favor with mentors.

She simply offered a smile, choosing to remain silent.

Danika was a wise woman. After watching Brenna’s lecture, she recognized its excellence. Casting a stern look at her daughter, she said, “That’s not true. Brenna is indeed exceptional.”

She then turned to Brenna with genuine interest as she said, “Brenna, when might you have some free time? How about next Monday? Our director is keen to meet someone of your caliber and would be thrilled to have you give a lecture at the National Research Institute.”

Brenna sensed the sincerity in the invitation—it wasn’t just a casual suggestion.

a courteous smile,

Brenna’s polite “I’ll consider

actual willingness about the matter, Danika took the opportunity to add her on WhatsApp, aiming to keep in

another friend. “This is Mrs. Richardson, who works

neck. Her navy blue dress was clearly from

aloofness; she was wearing headphones and focused on her phone, showing no

offered her a polite smile and moved on. Normally, she would

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alone and appeared serious. This prompted Brenna

familiar voice called out

days. He was still dressed in his usual black suit, but his demeanor was unusually upbeat today. He wore a