บททั้งหมดของ Mr. CEO, Your Ex-Wife Is Absolutely Killing It in the Research World!: บทที่ 361 - บทที่ 370

Miranda frowned. “Do I have to go?”Keith had anticipated her hesitation but still tried to persuade her. “Ms. Stone, you saw how those board members acted earlier. Attending the Gibson Corporation’s annual shareholders’ meeting will make a strong statement. If you show up in person, it’ll help establish your authority and influence moving forward.”Miranda tapped her fingers lightly against the table, silent for a moment before meeting his eyes. “So I don’t really have a choice?”Keith nodded. “At the very least, it’s a chance to show them you’re not passively following Mr. Gibson’s lead. You’re taking charge.”Miranda bit her lip, then nodded. “All right. I’ll go.”She knew she needed to protect the future of the eight companies under her name. If she could build a solid foundation now, Mia would one day inherit a business strong enough to stand on its own without the Gibsons’ control.“Keith, I want you to create a long-term plan,” she said firmly. “Over the next ten years, I

Felix stood not far away, engaged in conversation. His tailored suit and composed manner gave him the unshakable presence of someone accustomed to command. As if sensing her arrival, he lifted his gaze toward the entrance, his eyes settling on Miranda.Only two minutes later, three elegantly dressed women walked in together. Sienna, Xena and Fiona immediately drew attention. Each woman was stunning, poised, and clearly dressed to impress.Fiona was thrilled to have been invited to such an exclusive event. She hoped to use the evening to expand her network in business and academia. Ever since Miranda’s cutting remark that day, Fiona had silently vowed to surpass her one day. She had also realized that burying herself in lab work wasn’t the only path to success. Making connections with the right people in the academic world could be far more effective. Sometimes a single conversation could open doors to opportunities that hard work alone never would.In her mind, Miranda had always

Miranda lowered her gaze, avoiding Leo’s eyes.Just then, more guests arrived. Keith stepped forward to greet Mark Johnson in person. When Miranda saw them enter, she turned to Leo. “Excuse me for a moment.”As she walked over with her glass in hand, Felix also broke away from a group of guests. Keith seized the moment and introduced them. “Mr. Johnson, this is Ms. Miranda Stone, Executive President of Moutin Hotels & Resorts.”Miranda extended her hand with a polite smile. “Mr. Johnson, it’s a pleasure to finally meet you.”“Likewise, Ms. Stone,” Mark replied warmly, shaking her hand.Keith then turned to the man standing just behind her. “And this is Mr. Felix Gibson, President of Gibson Corporation.”Mark’s face lit up with enthusiasm. “Mr. Gibson, what an honor. I’ve admired your work for a long time.”Miranda had already sensed someone behind her and wasn’t surprised to find Felix there. She quickly composed herself, her expression poised. “Mr. Johnson, if you’re interested

Felix’s sudden appearance brought a brief stillness to the balcony.Leo withdrew the words he had yet to finish and nodded politely to the older man beside Felix. “Mr. Zimmerman.”Mr. Zimmerman chuckled warmly. “Ah, so this is where all the young people are hiding.”Felix slipped one hand into his pocket, his gaze sweeping over Miranda’s pale face before he turned to Chairman Zimmerman. “Mr. Zimmerman, we can go over the proposal for the South District project another day. I need to take care of something personal first.”“Of course. You young folks carry on,” Mr. Zimmerman said tactfully before taking his leave.Miranda turned to Leo. “I should get going.”Just as she stepped off the balcony, Leo instinctively started to follow, but Felix raised a hand to stop him. “Leo, if you truly care about her, don’t make things harder for her tonight. People here know we only divorced a few months ago.”Leo’s expression darkened. “What did you say to her earlier?”Felix lowered his hand,

Felix had set a strict deadline. The project had to reach clinical trials within three months. Miranda’s team was already conducting animal testing, and so far, all data remained stable.Although Felix kept pressing for faster progress and the team worked around the clock, Miranda’s motivation was never about the race. It was about the lives their research could one day save. That, to her, was what truly mattered.By Friday afternoon, the day of the Atlantis City Top Ten Outstanding Women Awards had finally arrived. The ceremony was held at City Hall, and the plaza outside was filled with photographers, floral arrangements, and a long red carpet stretching toward the entrance.As Miranda stepped out of her car, a staff member quickly recognized her.“Ms. Stone, this way, please. The seats for the award recipients are over here.”She followed the usher inside and froze.By the stage, a group of reporters was conducting live interviews. Standing before the cameras was Xena. She wor