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Chapter 58 - Chapter 58 - The Assistant's Gambit

The room fell into a charged silence as Victor stood tall at the center, commanding everyone's attention. My heart raced with anticipation, but I kept my expression carefully neutral. This was the moment we'd been waiting for.

Caleb recovered first, smoothing his expression into one of polite condescension. "Mr. Prescott, while we appreciate your... enthusiasm, this hearing is a closed proceeding."

"Actually," Arthur interjected coolly, "I invited him."

Caleb's head snapped toward his uncle. "You did what?"

"I invited him," Arthur repeated, his tone leaving no room for argument. "As CEO of Sterling Group, which has substantial investments in this university's research programs, I have every right to ensure proper procedures are followed."

The university dean cleared his throat nervously. "Of course, Mr. Sterling. Mr. Prescott is certainly welcome."

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