Semua Bab As the Fake Heiress Rose to Power, the CEO Falls Apart: Bab 641 - Bab 650

Autumn felt a wave of helplessness but still hesitated a moment before trying again. "Rory, this development project is truly important. Is there really no room for compromise?""Oh, is that so?" Rory crossed her arms and stared at her coldly for a long moment. "If you want my help, fine, but only if you leave the country again and never come back."Autumn froze at the words."You’re in research anyway. You’d have better prospects abroad. So why bother staying here? Agree to that, and I’ll grant your request."Her tone was unyielding. It was clear she wanted her gone.But for Autumn, coming back after years of overseas study had always been about using her knowledge to serve her country. That was her line in the sand."I’m sorry, Rory. I can’t accept that condition.""So, you do plan to stay and compete with me!" Rory shot to her feet, eyes blazing. "Fine! You just wait and see what happens next!"They parted on a bitter note.Later, Autumn let out a deep sigh and reported the outcome

The next day.When Percy arrived at the lab as invited, he was still a little stunned by the gesture.He quickly spotted Stellar seated at her desk with her back to him and hurried forward. "Stellar, are you really agreeing to work with me?""Please have a seat, Mr. Moore."Stellar gestured for him to sit, composed and poised. "I gave it a lot of thought last night. Your production line could indeed be helpful, and since this is mutually beneficial, there's no reason to refuse you on a business basis.“But if you’re hoping to use this partnership as leverage for anything else, then we can stop right here.""I won’t," Percy said quickly, adjusting his tone. "I’m offering this in good faith. No conditions, no expectations. Please trust me."For him, just being able to help her, even from a distance, was enough."Alright. I’ll trust you this once more."Half an hour later, the contract was signed smoothly, and the project could finally move into production.Percy hesitated a moment before

At two o’clock sharp that afternoon, Stellar arrived at the press conference.Originally, she hadn’t intended to attend in person. But the higher-ups were deeply impressed by her breakthrough—this was a major leap forward for the aerospace industry.They insisted on her presence, wanting the world to see that their people from Capital City weren’t to be underestimated.After some consideration, Stellar agreed, realizing it was a great opportunity to build momentum for the new project.The venue was packed with reporters and spectators.At the center of the stage stood the single-crystal turbine blade she had developed, drawing every gaze in the room."This is the latest single-crystal blade developed by our lab…"Stellar stood on stage, her voice calm but unmistakably commanding. "It can withstand temperatures of up to 1700°C and has a fatigue life of 1500 hours—twenty percent higher than the world’s leading models."A collective gasp rippled through the audience.For years, this fiel

“No need,” Stellar cut him off without hesitation. “If that’s all you wanted to say, then there’s no point in continuing this conversation.”The executive on the screen looked slightly disappointed but didn’t press further. “I understand. Everyone has their own path, and I won’t force the matter.“What I’d really like to discuss is the turbine blade technology in your hands. I’m prepared to offer you a substantial licensing fee personally. “All I ask is that you authorize its use so our country can benefit from it too.”They used to stand high above, looking down on her with disdain, and now they came crawling, asking for access.It was laughable.Stellar smiled faintly. “Sorry. This technology isn’t for export.”The man’s pleasant expression froze for a split second. His smile grew stiff. “Must you be so heartless, Miss Rivers?”“That’s not heartless,” she replied coolly. “Why should I hand over something I developed on my own?”Her firm stance made the man lose his temper. “Don’t

Martha’s curiosity was piqued as well.“Oh? Is Autumn the one treating us?”Just then, Laurence came downstairs after wrapping up some quiet time in his study.“In that case, I suppose I should show up for her sake.”Martha looked surprised. “Don’t you usually avoid lively gatherings like this?”“This is a celebration for our granddaughter’s successful research and development project. How could we miss it? And that Autumn girl—you’ll like her once you meet her.”That only made Martha more curious. “Well, now I really must see for myself.”Stellar beamed with delight when both elders agreed.“Alright, Grandpa, Grandma, get ready. I’ll head upstairs and change. Then we’ll head out.”Once upstairs, she quietly pulled out her phone and made a call.After she was done and came back downstairs with the two elders, Stephen happened to be walking out of the villa across the street.“What a coincidence, Stephen. You just got back too?”Stellar acted surprised and took the chance to invite him