“Legal action?”
The room fell into a hush as everyone exchanged puzzled glances.
Millie could feel dozens of eyes turning toward her, curiosity and skepticism mingling in their stares.
Listening to Danielle’s words, she felt the sheer absurdity of the accusation. She had been developing her technology diligently, yet now Danielle was throwing around threats of a lawsuit. What else could that mean? Chairman White and the government clearly valued AetherX Dynamics’ innovation, and Danielle was trying to leech off their success with a shameless claim.
Even Kirsten looked taken aback.
Millie knew she was innocent regarding any theft of technology, but she hadn’t expected Attorney Stewart to be so quick on the draw—had they really managed to file a case already?
Liam stared at Danielle in disbelief, wondering if he’d misheard her. “You’ve really lost it, haven’t you? You can’t make it yourself, so you just say someone else stole your work? Even a thief has more shame. One word from you and suddenly Millie’s technology belongs to you?”
He shook his head, increasingly convinced Danielle was hopelessly naïve. In front of this crowd, if she couldn’t back up her words, she’d be the talk of the industry for all the wrong reasons.
Millie, meanwhile, remained calm and composed.
“Perhaps Ms. Crawford is simply mistaken,” she said, her voice measured. “You’re welcome to explain your concerns, Ms. Crawford. We’re all here—I’d be happy to clear up any misunderstanding.”
Alexander’s gaze lingered on Danielle, but he kept his counsel. He was, for now, a bystander. As long as Millie’s interests weren’t threatened, he’d wait for the evidence before stepping in to help.
“Chairman White, may I use the projector?”
Chairman White gestured for her to proceed.
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I'm already in chapter 432 ATM and I have the impression that the story is so slow. Daniele remains in the dark, her reputation is low and inexistent, her accomplishment and professional abilities are stiĺl hidden, her enemies are taking the joy in humiliatihg her. No evolution in the plot? Please don't stay long in this,readers might lose interest in the long run....
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The last chapter was too short. More pls. Thank you....
Lovin' this. More more pls!...