Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 320

Ignoring her would cause a scene. They had to keep up appearances.

This wasn't just to protect her own reputation; it was for the sake of the Sutton family's public image.

Lilith offered a sweet, practiced smile. "Summer."

Summer returned a polite smile. "Lilith, you look gorgeous today. Are you here to accept an award?"

Since Lily had officially changed her legal name back to Lilith Sutton, Summer used it freely.

Lilith clung to Xavier's arm, resting her head affectionately against his shoulder with a radiant grin. "No, I'm here as Mrs. Sterling."

Summer nodded knowingly. "Oh, I thought you were actually winning something."

Lilith maintained her fake smile. *So she wants to mock me for not winning an award? I can play that game too.*

"What about you, Summer?" Lilith asked sweetly. "Are you here to accept an award?"

"Didn't I tell you guys at dinner? I'm going to win an award."

"Which one, Summer?" Lilith intentionally played dumb.

Summer chuckled, keeping the suspense alive. "You'll find out shortly."

The smile never left Lilith's face, but internally she was scoffing. *Then I'll wait. I can't wait to watch you humiliate yourself!*

The award ceremony officially commenced.

Finally, they reached the medical tech category spearheaded by Harrison and Wesley.

The project brilliantly integrated AI technology with medical science, a true testament to using AI for the betterment of humanity.

Because of this, the project had secured the Innovation Vanguard Award. The honor belonged to every researcher on the team.

Which naturally included Pax (Summer).

The host's voice rang out with enthusiasm, "Please welcome the project representatives to the stage: Lead Directors Professor Harrison Banks and Dr. Wesley Whitmore, along with the project's lead architect, Pax!"

Thunderous applause erupted across the hall.

Summer stood up in unison with Harrison and Wesley.

Lilith froze as she watched Summer rise, before a look of sheer mockery flashed across her eyes.

She reached out, grabbing Summer's sleeve to yank her back down into her seat. Feigning loud, panicked concern, she cried out, "Summer! Have you lost your mind wanting an award this badly? The host called Pax's name, not yours!"

Summer calmly peeled Lilith's fingers off her suit. "I heard him perfectly. Thank you for the reminder."

"You heard him?" Lilith's sneer was barely concealed. She raised her voice, sounding frantic. "If you heard him, why are you standing up?! Do you even know where you are right now?"

"I know exactly where I am."

Lilith raised her voice even higher, making absolutely sure the surrounding rows could hear her. "You know?! Summer, are you that desperate for fame? You're using this to pull a stunt and get viral publicity?!"

Instantly, the surrounding crowd's gaze toward Summer shifted.

At first, they had assumed she really was the elusive Pax. They had even thought it made sense for someone so young and stunning to walk the center of the red carpet.

After all, she was Pax, the genius rumored to be Professor Banks's successor.

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