When the Dead Still Call novel Chapter 279

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Miguel was usually calm and rational, but today, for some reason, he just couldn’t control his

temper.

He felt cursed, like every bad thing imaginable had decided to happen at once.

He hadn’t felt this way before.

Back then, Marcelo and Maxwell would often complain about their bad luck, but Miguel never paid much attention.

He had always thought his life was smooth sailing–so why did it suddenly feel like everything was going wrong?

“If you can’t drain some of that nonsense out of your brain, how am I supposed to help you?”

Marcelo couldn’t be bothered to argue with him. He simply gestured for them to either leave or stay quiet.

Then he slowly turned his head, his eyes landing on Amelia. His cold, stern expression instantly softened.

Warmth flickered in his gaze, and his whole presence shifted. The intimidating aura melted away, replaced by a calm, gentle tone that made him seem like a completely different person.

“Amelia, go ahead and say what you want. Ignore those useless people.”

With that, he managed to insult not only Gianna but also Miguel in one sentence.

The two of them were furious, but given the situation, they didn’t dare talk back.

Amelia simply arched a brow. She didn’t feel flattered or emotional about Marcelo siding with her–it barely registered.

She stood up

and poised.

and walked to the front. Dressed in a sleek, custom–made suit, she looked elegant

Already beautiful, she now radiated confidence and authority. Standing at the podium, she drew everyone’s attention without even trying.

“The issue Ms. Gianna just mentioned is far too one–sided and lacks any real practicality,” she

said.

“Forget about developing new breeds–even increasing the yield of rare medicinal plants would be nearly impossible with her approach.

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“Fortunately, I’ve put together some materials I’d like to share with everyone.”

Amelia had predicted this would happen and had prepared her plan and slides in advance.

Now, she presented with total case, her explanations detailed and precise, her tone steady and composed.

“She only talked about theory,” Amelia continued. “She completely ignored the real–world variables and technical limitations.

“For example, in this global problem she mentioned, Gianna’s solution might work in an ideal scenario.

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