Chapter 590
Chapter 590 The Lollipop
Facing the crowd’s gaze, Marshall knew he had to clear things up today, no matter what.
Though he trusted Catherine and had a way to handle this, power couldn’t silence everyone’s talk.
Without the truth out, Catherine would have to endure this usation in theb. It would cause her
substantial harm.
Marshall looked at Catherine and asked seriously, “Catherine, any response to the doubts from
others?”
Catherine shrugged confidently and then looked at Winston nearby. “If there’s doubt, just let Professor
Warner check myputer.”
Marshall gestured to Winston, who promptly went to Catherine’sputer.
A few minutester, Winston abruptly stood and approached Catherine. “You wrote the security
program on thisputer?”
Catherine casually nodded andzily replied, “I had some spare time, so I made a desktop.”
That was no idle work. With this firewall, even the world’s top hackers would struggle to breach this
computer.
Upon entering theb, each member got their ownputer to ensure their research sess.
Even Amelia had her own, let alone Catherine.
After Winston heard Catherine’s response, his eyes lit up instantly.
He looked at Catherine with an unusually excited expression, and he said with enthusiasm, “Tell me.
What did Marshall offer you? I’ll double it. Aputer genius like you shouldn’t be in this chaotic ce.
Come to myb, and I’ll give you top treatment!”
Marshall, seeing his old friend tantly poaching, was dumbfounded. After snapping out of it, Marshall
immediately rushed over and pushed Winston away.
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“Winston, that’s not cool. I asked for your help, not to steal my talent! Hands off my people!”
Winston looked at Marshall with disdain and sneered. “Yourb’s atmosphere doesn’t suit such talent. If
shees to me, I’ll even give her my spot. Do you even know what you have in your hands? She’s a
computer prodigy. The program she casually created on herputer is beyond our national defense
teams, let alone ordinary hackers.”
Winston’s words were like cold ps on everyone’s faces at the scene. They doubted Catherine’s
abilities and even suspected she orchestrated this drama for fame.
However, at this moment, they realized that she wasn’t just a genius in electronic chips but also a talent
in theputer field. Even Winston was vying for her, offering to give up his position for Catherine.
It showcased how incredibly powerful Catherine’s skills were.
Worried his precious find might be snatched away, Marshall was red-faced and furious. He drove
Winston away.
“She’s mine. Stop eyeing her. No amount of goodies will make her leave!
After seeing off Winston, Marshall returned to theb.
The Marshall who was calm moments ago now had a gloomy expression.
Theb was filled with a dangerous vibe, and everyone was on edge, except for Catherine. She sat
rxed, with legs crossed. She sucked on a lollipop and waspletely at ease.
After all, no matter what happened, someone would help her to handle it.
Once Marshall entered, Brodie was the most anxious.
After hesitating for a while, he finally mustered the courage to speak up. He said, “Professor Hartley,
I…”
Without letting him finish, Marshall raised a hand and signaled him to pause. “No need to say. Ourb
can’t amodate you. Please leave!”
“Professor Hartley, please!” With tears welling up, Brodie pleaded.
Marshall showed no mercy. He nced at two students nearby, who immediately stepped forward and
dragged Brodie away.
Marshall wasn’t much of a talker usually, but when he became serious, all the people in theb
trembled.
After sending Brodie away, Marshall continued addressing everyone.
His cold gaze swept the room as he spoke softly, “Remember it. In myb, you should follow my rules.
Put away your petty schemes and focus on experiments. Don’t bring this kind of chaos again, or you’ll
see my harsh side! I have only one rule. The capable lead. If you don’t agree, then surpass me in skill.
If you’re strong enough, I’ll listen to you. Understood, everyone?”
Everyone replied in a loud voice, ” Understood!”
“Dismissed!” With Marshall’smand, everyone returned to their stations and resumed work.
Marshall beckoned Catherine over. ” Come with me.”
Catherine followed Marshall into his office, and he gestured for her to take a seat.
Catherine didn’t hesitate and sat down across from Marshall.
Her long legszily rested on the chair’s edge. It was a posture asfortable as could be.
Marshall didn’t mind. He appreciated Catherine’s straightforwardness. ”
Catherine, you knowputers?”
With a lollipop in her mouth, Catherine spoke somewhat indistinctly. She replied, “A bit.”
Marshall thought inwardly, “A bit? If she only knows a bit, why does Winston risk a confrontation to
snatch her away? Perhaps she is just too low-key. Winston is right. I indeed find a gem. She is a real
treasure.”
After a moment’s pause, Marshall rubbed his hands and said in a low voice, “Catherine, if you have any
requests, speak up. Myb is no worse than Winston’s. Anything he can offer, I can match. You catch
my drift?”
He was concerned about her being lured by Winston.
Earlier, Catherine didn’t quite understand, but now it clicked.
“Don’t worry, Professor Hartley. I’m only interested in yourb’s projects. I won’t consider Professor
Warner’s side.
With Catherine’s words, Marshall felt at ease. He liked her attitude.
“Alright. Since you’re resolute, no need for further words. Get back to your tasks.”
As Catherine stood up to leave, Marshall blurted out, “Why do you always have a lollipop? Is it really
that good?”
Marshall couldn’t imagine Catherine as someone fond of lollipops. It piqued his curiosity.
Raising an eyebrow, Catherine nced at him. “I have low blood sugar. They are from my boyfriend.”
With that, Catherine walked out without looking back. Hearing that, Marshall was stunned.
He inadvertently watched a public disy of affection. He thought young people these days indeed had
diverse ways of disying affection.