Chapter 426

William Lowell guided Emily Lowell through three security checkpoints before reaching the core area of Dr. Quincy's laboratory.

The space resembled a futuristic factory.

Neat rows of transparent glass compartments housed medical robots emitting a cold glow.

Half the robots underwent programming adjustments, their screens flashing rapid data streams.

The other half were remotely operated by white-coated technicians simulating delicate surgeries.

"Traditional surgeries often lead to infections and complications," William explained, gesturing toward the active units. "These little marvels minimize trauma."

Top corporations worldwide struggled to develop medical robotics with little success.

Only Dr. Quincy's team had achieved groundbreaking progress.

The Lowell Group kept this breakthrough strictly confidential. Emily had only discovered the files by chance in her father's study.

After three laps around the lab, Dr. Quincy remained conspicuously absent.

"Guess we're not meeting him today," Emily pouted, disappointment flickering across her face.

William watched her curiosity with amusement, his exhaustion momentarily forgotten.

"You like it here?"

"I just want to understand your work better," Emily blinked innocently. "You've been working so hard lately."

The words warmed William's heart.

Meanwhile, Dr. Quincy sat in a secluded café on the city outskirts.

Sophia Laurent lounged in a private booth, her fingers gliding across a tablet screen.

Entertainment headlines celebrated Empress crossing the 2-billion mark at the box office.

Director Lucas Sheridan's latest social media post radiated vindication:

"Who said reality show directors can't make films?"

The comments section buzzed with celebration.

Netizens remembered the mockery from Richard Lowell's fans.

Now the tables had turned completely.

The biggest winner was leading lady Scarlett Winslow.

Her striking features and formidable acting skills had captivated audiences.

From obscurity to stardom—Scarlett needed only one film.

Her follower count skyrocketed at an astonishing rate.

Her latest update contained a single line:

"Gratitude to @SophiaLaurent. I owe you everything."

The tweet sent shippers into a frenzy.

Sophia took a sip of coffee, her lips curving into a faint smile.