---- Chapter 154, "Wendy, prep for the meeting," Gregory called out. She responded with a quick nod. Gregory then noticed Liam. "Liam, you should come too. Now that you're part of the symposium project, you'll need to attend all the upcoming meetings." "Sure," Liam agreed with a nod. They followed Gregory into the conference room. By the time they arrived, the room was already nearly full. Gregory introduced Liam to the group.

His reputation wasn't exactly unknown in the country, and word had already spread within the symposium circle after he returned. Most people in the room were aware of his academic background and achievements. The moment Liam's name was mentioned , the room erupted in loud applause. "Dr. Harrison will be joining us in the upcoming rounds of medical research discussions," Gregory said. "He and Dr.

Sanders were classmates, and they worked together in Veloria ona research project dealing with rare diseases. "So now, if you have questions, there's one more brilliant doctor you can go to." After that, Gregory gave Liam a nod, signaling for him to say ---- a few words. Liam gave a modest nod in return, introduced himself briefly, and then sat beside Wendy.

"They went to the same school?" "Yeah, and they both studied under Professor Griffin." "Liam is Steven's colleague now, right?" "'He's impressive." The low murmur of friendly discussion picked up around them, but Liam didn't seem to care. He leaned slightly toward Wendy and asked under his breath, "Is there a dinner after this meeting?" Wendy shook her head. "Not sure. There usually is, though. Why?" "I saw a message pop up on Dr. Hendrix's phone," he admitted.

"I wasn't trying to snoop-it just popped up." Wendy smiled. "If they've already booked a table, then there's probably a dinner." "Are you going?" Liam asked. "T don't really have a choice. And since I'm Dr. Hendrix's student, I have to show up." Wendy let out a quiet sigh as she spoke, a hint of resignation inher voice. Liam raised an eyebrow but didn't say anything. ---- They kept their voices low and their expressions serious, so it didn't look like they were just discussing dinner.

What stood out was how close they were, close enough that it felt a little too personal. From a distance , Julian watched with a sneer tugging at his lips, his face full of disdain. Sure enough, once the meeting wrapped up, Gregory announced a dinner to officially welcome Liam back. Afterward, Wendy returned to her office with her folder in hand, intending to organize the notes from the meeting to help with Margaret's treatment plan. She spent the whole day working, not even stopping for lunch.

By the time she finally lifted her head from the papers, the sky outside the window had already dimmed into dusk. After stretching her arms, she reached for the sandwich Liam had dropped off for her earlier and unwrapped it, planning to at least get something in her stomach. Suddenly, the office door slammed open with a force that made her jump. Wendy jumped, startled, and looked up. "Well, Dr. Sanders. You sure are dedicated .

It's already 7:00 pm, and you're still grinding away?" Flynn sneered. He stood in the doorway, holding a medium -sized box in his arms, his expression twisted with a creepy smile as he stared ---- at her. Wendy's brows furrowed. She stood up and grabbed her phone. "What do you want?" Flynn stepped forward with a twisted grin. "What else would I want? I came to bring you a present!" With that, he slammed the box down onto her desk and bolted for the door. "Hey!

Stop right there!" Wendy shouted, about to chase after him. But just then, the box on the desk rustled. She froze on the spot, fear locking her in place.