The Unveiling of Secret Queen

Inside The First Research Institute.

Things haven’t been peaceful these past few days.

Rumors have emerged from somewhere, claiming that in order to ensure his favored member becomes the future dean of The First Research Institute, Nicholas Fuller shamelessly leaked exam questions privately, allowing the person to prepare ahead and win the selection.

This rumor gradually fermented, causing many who are unaware of the truth to feel indignant.

Though they say nothing, their hearts are unsettled.

After all, researchers are known for their integrity, preferring to stand and lose rather than resort to underhanded tricks.

Nicholas Fuller has long been highly respected in the institute, with many joining The First Research Institute because they admire him.

Now, the stronger their faith collapses, the stronger their resentment grows.

Since Harvey Cadorette also participated in the selection, many people privately approached him, hinting that he was a victim of shady dealings.

Having witnessed Nathalie Quinlan’s talent in research these past few days, Harvey absolutely does not believe the rumors spreading outside.

He speaks up for Nathalie with righteous indignation.

Yet, those people immediately show a discontented expression, echoing his words while their eyes convey disdain.

Clearly casting him among Nicholas Fuller’s sycophants.

Harvey is infuriated, but there’s nothing he can do as these people only talk privately, seldom spreading these words openly.

Even if he wishes to explain on behalf of Nicholas and Nathalie, no one gives him the chance.

Level 8 laboratory.

Agnes Baker, feeling agitated, says, ”Are they still gossiping about the dean and Nathalie outside?”

Williansen Barness calmly tidies up the experimental materials, without lifting his head, ”The innocent are innocent. The dean and they haven’t done anything wrong; there’s no need to care what outsiders say.”

”Easy for you to say. You have no idea how vile the gossip outside is...” Agnes, seeing his righteous attitude, can no longer sit still in frustration.

Wincent Sullivan reached out to Nathalie, sending her a message about the rumors circulating in the institute these past two days, then approached the two and said, ”I’ve already informed Nathalie, we’ll see how she handles it. We’ll proceed as she does. In any case, we’ll help if possible; if not, at least we won’t complicate matters.”

Agnes, initially upset, gradually calmed down upon hearing his words.

Indeed.

At such times, all she can do is avoid adding to the mess.

*

On the other side, Nicholas Fuller has also heard some rumors.

He only instructed his aides to investigate, quickly discovering what had been secretly discussed within the institute these past few days.

Nicholas initially thought the rumors were targeted at him, only to realize they also involved Nathalie. His face darkened, and he shook with anger, exclaiming, ”Who did this!”

The assistant only found out what everyone was discussing, without determining who spread the rumors, thus he looked down, staring at his own toes in guilt, ”Dean, I... I didn’t find out. I’ll investigate immediately.”

”No need.”

Nicholas took a breath, having already guessed who released the rumors.

In these situations, naturally, whoever stands to gain the most is likely responsible for spreading the rumors.

Nicholas isn’t naive; a little thought reveals who benefits the most.

Nicholas strode out, saying coldly, ”I’m going to find him!”

”Dean, wait for me.”

The assistant failed to stop him, feeling anxious, he hurried to catch up.