Chapter 268 The Professor Steps In

Jasper would never waste his time on such petty tricks.

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And besides, he was her Mr. Fletcher. Even if he didn’t stand with her, he would never side with someone else against the Lane family.

Her assistant went on.

“Don’t worry. This wasn’t Mr. Jasper himself. It looks like some branch members of the Fletcher family or people under them – took Aurora’s money and stepped in.”

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Scarlett’s expression sharpened.

“Where are they now?”

“They’ve been hidden away at some secret spot Aurora arranged. She told them to ‘rest‘ there until the trouble blows over, then she’ll set them up with new jobs.”

Scarlett rose to her feet and began pacing the office.

The tech team was the backbone of the project. If Aurora managed to steal them away or keep them under control, the damage would be devastating.

This move cut deeper than online rumors or stalled approvals. Aurora had struck straight at the project’s lifeline.

“Should we try to lure them back with higher sries? Or maybe-” the assistant ventured.

“It won’t work,” Scarlett cut him off with a shake of her head. “Aurora used threats. She won’t let them return. And even if they did, their loyalty is broken. Trust is gone.”

She pulled out her phone and called Jack first.

The Damian family had the widest connections in Jandale,

If anyone could find people ior /iuncover information, it was him.

“Jack, I need your help.”

She quickly exined the situation, hoping for support.

Jack didn’t hesitate. “No problem! Anyone who dares touch your people is dering war on me. I’ll make them pay.”

Then, after a moment’s hesitation, she dialed Jasper.

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This time, he answered almost immediately.

“Hello.”

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“Mr. Fletcher,” Scarlett said without preamble, “Aurora poached my project’s tech team. I’ve heard some Fletcher family branches helped her digging up dirt to threaten them. I wanted to warn you.”

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“You don’t need to worry about the team,” Jasper replied evenly.

“Tomorrow morning, they’ll be at yourpany.”

And then, with a chill in his voice, “As for those who dared misuse the Fletcher name, they’ll pay the price.”

His words were cold, authoritative, leaving no room for doubt.

Scarlett could picture him at that very moment, sharp–eyed and merciless.

When the call ended, the weight in her chest finally eased.

The next morning, just as promised, a five–member technical team arrived at Star Corp.

Leading them was an elderly man with silver hair and a clear, vigorous presence Maine Zach, a towering figure in the world of renewable energy.

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Professor

“Ms. Joyner, I’ve heard a lot about you,” Professor Maine said kindly, shaking her hand. “Mr. Jasper asked us to help. Whatever you need, don’t hesitate.”

Scarlett’s eyesing.”

lit with delight. “Professor Maine! This is an honor. I can’t thank you enough for

He chuckled softly.

“I’ve known of you for some time. It’s a pity you chose medicine – otherwise, I’d want you as my doctoral student.”

After a pause, he leaned in a little closer, lowering his voice.

“This isn’t just for Jasper’s sake. I wanted to meet you myself. And if you don’t mind consider Professor Han, as a favor to me.”

So that was howpetition worked these days? Straight to the point.

Scarlett felt a little awkward, not knowing how to answer,

Just then, Jack’s name shed on her phone.

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“Excuse me, Professor Maine, I need to take this call.”

He waved it off with a smile. “Of course, I know you’re busy. We’ll talkter.”

Scarlett let out a quiet breath of relief.

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The team Professor Maine brought wasn’t only skilled but seasoned, blending into Star Corp’s project group almost immediately.

They even introduced early prototypes of their own research, giving the project fresh momentum and brighter prospects.

No question, Professor Maine was a tremendous asset.

But Scarlett couldn’t help worrying – if she agreed to something she couldn’t fulfillter, it would weigh on her. She had no desire to break her word.

Still, there was no time to dwell.

She slipped into a quiet corner and answered Jack’s call.

“Aurora stashed them at a suburban resort. I’ve already ‘retrieved‘ them,” Jack reported cheerfully.

“As for the so–called dirt on them, it’s nothing – just some shady things they did back in their oldpany with their boss. Hardly serious. I’ve already had the evidence cleaned up. And better yet

I found recordings of Aurora threatening them!”

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As he spoke, he suddenly burst outughing, loud and unrestrained, impossible to ignore.

Scarlett winced at his volume, feeling embarrassed.

“What’s so funny?”

Stillughing, Jack said,

“I’ve got some good news too-”

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