Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney confronts her colleagues, particularly Henry, about the security chief's contact number. Her inquiry raises suspicion among her peers, especially from Hugh and Wallace, who question her motives. Sydney remains composed, revealing her knowledge of the lab's safety features, specifically the dual smoke detectors-one for fire safety and the other for surveillance.

This revelation underscores her awareness of the underlying tensions and deceit within the team. As the atmosphere thickens with tension, Wallace's desperation leads him to accuse Hugh of tampering with data, igniting a heated exchange between the two. Sydney's calm demeanor contrasts sharply with the escalating conflict, highlighting her role as a steady presence amidst chaos. Henry steps in to manage the situation, acknowledging Sydney's hard work and the betrayal she faces from her own team. This moment emphasizes Sydney's disappointment and the emotional toll of her colleagues' treachery.

Despite the turmoil, Sydney maintains her focus on the task at hand, requesting the footage to uncover the truth. However, the revelation that the experiment's data has been compromised forces her to confront the reality of starting over. The chapter closes with Sydney feeling the weight of fatigue and disappointment, reflecting on the challenges she has faced and the hard work she has dedicated to her project. Ultimately, this chapter encapsulates themes of betrayal, resilience, and the struggle for truth in a competitive environment.

Sydney's unwavering determination to seek justice for her project, despite the setbacks, resonates as a testament to her character and commitment. As she prepares to leave the lab, the emotional burden of her situation lingers, setting the stage for her next steps in the story. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **Chapter 268** Sydney raised an eyebrow, a gesture that spoke volumes, as she pivoted to face Henry. "Mr. Linus, do you happen to have the security chief's contact number?" "Juan Lopez?" Henry repeated, his mind racing as he tried to comprehend her sudden inquiry.

She offered a slight nod, her expression resolute. "Yes, exactly that." "What do you need his number for?" Henry inquired, a hint of wariness creeping into his voice. He couldn't shake the feeling that Sydney had orchestrated this situation from the very beginning, her intentions cloaked in mystery. Hugh, ever the skeptic, interjected with a sneer, "Yeah, what's the purpose? Don't tell me you're trying to dodge responsibility and summon the security team to stir the pot." At her age, one might expect impulsiveness, yet Sydney's demeanor remained icy and composed.

finger tracing the outline of the ceiling fixture within the lab. "Do you understand why this lab is equipped with two smoke detectors?" "What's peculiar about that?" Wallace scoffed, dismissing her question with a wave of his hand. "This is R&D's most crucial lab. Much of our core data originates from here. Naturally, there's added fire protection." It was a detail none of them had ever thought to scrutinize before, their ignorance now glaringly apparent. "No," Sydney replied, a faint smile gracing her lips, though it

smoke detector," she explained, her tone steady and unwavering. "However, the right one conceals a camera on a distinct line.

like a thief in the night. Hugh caught the shift and shot him a warning glare, masking his own rising panic with a forced smirk. "Isn't it amusing how none of us seasoned staff were aware of that little detail, yet you were? Don't think you can bluff your way through this, Ms. Wilson." "Bluff?"

to dial the number Henry had just relayed. In a moment of desperation, Wallace shoved Hugh forward, his voice rising in panic. "It was him! He swapped the data this morning. I saw him sneaking out of the lab when I arrived." Hugh, taken aback by the sudden betrayal,

on me?" What an insufferable fool he was, easily manipulated by a few words from a girl and now spilling secrets like a broken dam. He might as well pack it in and go home to pickle vegetables. As tempers flared and it seemed the two were on the brink of physical confrontation, Henry raised his