The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 537

Bonnie’s arrogant smirk practically screams her triumph. She wants Tara to know exactly how deep the bond between the Sinclair and Calhoun families runs—and that the Calhoun elders utterly adore them.

"It’s wonderful to see you, Mrs. Calhoun," Julianna says politely. She has been waiting for the perfect moment to interject, portraying the picture of a perfect, demure socialite.

Watching from the sidelines, Jovani’s expression sours. She has always despised Katie, and seeing Julianna treat the woman with such fawning reverence, which is vastly different from the cold shoulder she gives Jovani, fuels a bitter fire in her chest.

"It has been a long time, Julianna," Katie says, her tone remaining gentle and enthusiastic. "How are you doing? Are you adjusting well to your work at the institute?"

Katie had heard through the grapevine that Julianna earned a spot at Sector 01’s National Institute of Pharmaceutical Research last year. Given her own elite standing in the scientific community, Katie rarely pays attention to entry-level hires, but Catherine had mentioned it after hearing the news from Lindsay. Since the two grandmothers are close friends, Katie is genuinely happy to see a Sinclair achieve such a milestone. Gaining entry to Sector 01 in one's early twenties requires undeniable talent.

"I’m adjusting well, thank you," Julianna replies with practiced modesty. "I’ve been very lucky. A few senior researchers took me under their wing, and I’m learning a lot."

"Oh, please, it has nothing to do with luck! It’s all your own hard work!" Bonnie interrupts, unable to bear her cousin’s humility. "You caught the eye of Professor Howard, and he even took you on as his exclusive protégé. That’s practically unheard of!"

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