The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 1827

"Black?"

Met with dead silence on the line, the representative tentatively spoke up again. "The election convention is being held right there in Cabinda."

"No matter how you look at it, it's incredibly convenient for you."

More importantly, Asclepius had been completely off the grid for years. Even during the devastating sleeping sickness crisis, the legendary doctor hadn't shown their face.

Black, on the other hand, had nearly sacrificed her own life on the front lines to contain the outbreak. The entire International Medical Alliance had witnessed her brilliance and dedication firsthand.

The board was overwhelmingly rooting for Black to take the seat.

"When?"

Charlotte shifted uncomfortably against Anthony's chest, trying to find a better angle.

Noticing her slight discomfort, Anthony immediately reached down, his large, warm hands gently massaging her lower back to ease the tension.

"Next week."

The Alliance rep's voice instantly brightened. "I'll forward the exact itinerary and protocols to your secure email shortly."

"Fine."

"Oh, and Black," the rep added, hesitation creeping into his tone as he offered a well-meaning warning. "Asclepius is universally recognized as the absolute pinnacle of the medical world. Their capabilities are practically mythical. You really need to..."

You really need to prepare relentlessly and ensure absolutely nothing goes wrong during the trials.

After all—Black was a rising star, a prodigy, but going up against the god-like Asclepius? Everyone knew there was still a massive gap in experience.

"Ah."

Charlotte spun her phone lazily in her hand, tapping her fingertips lightly against the casing. Her voice was pure, lazy sarcasm. "Asclepius is indeed terrifyingly skilled. I suppose... I'll just have to work really, really hard."

"Yes!" The rep agreed enthusiastically. "Black, you are undoubtedly much younger than Asclepius, and your raw talent bridges the gap. If you give it your absolute all, you definitely have a shot at taking them down! We're all rooting for you!"

"Are you now?"

Charlotte's lips twitched, the amusement in her eyes deepening into a wicked gleam. "It's a good thing Asclepius isn't here to listen to you say that, otherwise..."

"Uh."

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