---- Chapter 345 People had long heard that Mr. Wilson''s girlfriend was a PhD graduate from a top-tier foreign university-a tech prodigy in her own right. But... why had there never been any actual aplishments to back that up? Sure, Wilson Tech had made some technological strides recently, but that likely stemmed from Franklin''s legacy at thepany. It didn''t seem to have anything to do with Julia herself.


    By contrast, Maggie had never made a show of her credentials or talents, Yet today, she had stunned everyone with a single brilliant disy. In light of this, perhaps the whole "genius girlfriend" narrative around Mr. Wilson''s partner was just smoke and mirrors. No one said it out loud, of course. But Julia could feel the shifting nces from those around her-people discreetlyparing her with Maggie. The doubt in their eyes was impossible to ignore.


    ---- Herplexion, already pale, grew even worse. As the silentparisons and subtle skepticism bore down on her, Julia clenched her fists tightly. She might not have developed any groundbreaking technologies, but her academic credentials were real-undeniable. No one had the right to question that. And yet, no one had even said anything. She had no opportunity to defend herself, no moment to exin. Whatever frustration or indignation she felt had to stay bottled up inside.


    And when it came to academic achievement- She couldn''t deny it. Maggie''s recent paper had created waves internationally. Hermanding presence on today''s stage had left a mark. There was no point denying it: in terms of academic merit, Julia could no longerpare. She stood in ce, her face dark. After finishing his goodbyes, Franklin said, "Let''s go." ---- Julia forced a stiff smile. "Okay..." She took a deep breath,posing herself. With practiced grace, she turned to greet Mr.


    Jamison and a few other familiar executives, then walked with Franklin through the crowd, exchanging polite farewells on their way out of the venue. Outwardly, she maintained a calm facade. But inside, her emotions were still roiling. Franklin, on the other hand, seemedpletely detached from the event already. As they walked, he said in his usual steady tone, "Mr. Zack''s team has been fully vetted, right?


    No issues?" He was referring to the person they were about to meet-a potential partner in Wilson Tech''s uing coboration. Hearing the familiar calmness in his voice, and seeing the gentle warmth still present in his gaze, Julia slowly settled down. She smiled faintly. "Yes, we''ve looked into them thoroughly. Zack''s team matches all of ourpany''s requirements."


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