Chapter 479

Xavier let out a helpless sigh, a trace of grievance flickering in his eyes. But without a hint of hesitation, he led Scarlett straight to the study. "The WiFi here is stable. Walk me through the issue in detail, and I'll tell you what to do," Scarlett said the moment she stepped in, instantly shifting into work mode. Her expression was focused and serious, every word she spoke carrying weight. Xavier knew the medical research they were working on was no trivial matter, so he quietly returned to his own work in the corner, careful not to disturb her. Still, every now and then, he would glance at Scarlett with a look of tender affection, laced with a hint of resentment. Time slipped by quietly. One face after another appeared and disappeared in the video conference—from the anxious Caleb to various department heads—each taking turns to discuss countermeasures with Scarlett. As night deepened, exhaustion crept onto everyone's face. And yet, Scarlett remained as focused and composed