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Seraphina frowned.
"Understood."
What is Alexander up to? Did he really think that by holding onto a few pieces of data, he could monopolize the project''s results?
"The Cross Group in Lacuna has already begun leaking information. Everyone now believes they''vepleted the product ahead of schedule. If we announce our results now, it''ll look like we''re just copying them! We''re in a tough spot." "What do you suggest?" Seraphina asked, eyeing him carefully.
Aiden nodded and said, "I want you to help me contact someone."
"Who?"
"Your brother, Sergio."
Seraphina froze for a moment but quickly realized why Aiden would want to contact her brother.
Sergio was the second son in the Cross family. In the meantime, he assumed a different persona-the brilliant artificial intelligence engineer known as Prometheus.
As long as the public knew that this project was led by Prometheus, the problems would be resolved.
After all, no one could believe that a genius like him would resort to giarism.
"But..." Seraphina said hesitatedly, "I can try to contact him, but I can''t guarantee he''ll leave his belovedb. He didn''t evene to my birthday yesterday!"
Aiden chuckled and said, "We only need to borrow his name. Of course, it would be wonderful if he could show up in person."
After Aiden left, Seraphina immediately ordered an investigation into the movements of the branch in
Lacuna.
Sure enough, by the afternoon, the inte was buzzing with all sorts of rumors.
On behalf of thepany, Alexander announced thetest advancements in their research. The Al app was about to hit the market, sparking intense debate. "Wasn''t this a three-way coboration? How did the Cross Group release it first?"
"Driven by profit, huh? Business partners really can''t be trusted!"
"Releasing it so quickly-can they guarantee the quality?"
"Has Seraphina gone mad with greed?"
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in Lacuna was still under Seraphina''smand. Therefore, both praise and criticism naturally fell on her.
It wasn''t long before Cross Group''s stock price started to waver and show signs of a downward trend.
Luckily, Giant Group and Dros Group didn''t take advantage of the situation, but they waited for Cross Group to handle the crisis.
Seraphina immediately asked her staff to get the car ready. She decided to go to Lacuna herself to deal with the matter.
Sivir let her take the lead while he stayed behind, coordinating with Giant Group to investigate the leak''s
source.
Seraphina closely monitored the developments online during her few hours on the road.
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Seraphina knew that this was disastrous for the Cross Group. Losing credibility was a severe blow.
"We''ve arrived, Ms. Cross."
Thomas got out of the car and opened the door for her.
Seraphina stepped out briskly. Her high heels clicked on the pavement as she headed straight into the building.
"Who is that? How can anyone just walk in here?"
The receptionist, who had been dozing off, looked up in annoyance.
As soon as she saw Seraphina''s face, she jolted upright.
"M-Ms. Cross?"
A group of people trailed behind Seraphina. They were all dressed sharply in suits, exuding a cold andmanding presence.
Thomas pressed the elevator button for her, and Seraphina didn''t even blink.
The receptionist hurriedly notified Grace''s secretary upstairs.
That secretary was none other than Sophie Royle, Grace''s cousin.
She was arrogant, believing she had strong backing.
When Sophia heard that Seraphina had arrived, she scoffed and continued applying her nail polish.
"Now that she knows we''re making money, she''s here to im her share. Dream on!"
Seraphina overheard this entire remark as she walked in.
The bodyguard opened the door for her. Sophie sat there without blinking and spoke with a tone dripping with sarcasm.
"Me Cross our general manager isn''t here You shoulde hack another time"
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Rage darkened Thomas''splexion as he stood to the side.
There were few employees who dared to speak to Seraphina in such a manner.
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