Chapter 511

After breaking ties with Alvin, Aubree learned from Bowen that Turner Group’s new internship program was now under Alvin’s control. They would recruit first- and second-year university students. Using his privileged position, he had essentially won over the hearts of the company’s fresh blood.

Even Bowen had to admit, “He is truly a Turner. He was assigned to a grassroots position, and he went ahead and took control of the entire grassroots force.”

“Aren’t you afraid he’ll take your position one day?” Aubree gave him a sidelong glance.

“If he does, I’ll just be the boyfriend of the company’s president,” Bowen joked.

Though he still had the heart to joke, Aubree couldn’t laugh. She had never imagined things with Alvin would turn out this way.

But life had to go on. Alvin wanted her out of Rithol City, but she couldn’t just sit around waiting.

After a few days of observation confirming no lingering health issues, she was discharged from the hospital.

No sooner had she stepped out than the Walton family came to apologize.

Darius deeply apologized for the kidnapping incident that occurred at the Walton family estate and invited her to a meal.

There was more to this than just an apology.

Darius was afraid Aubree and Bowen would bear a grudge, so he bowed his head first to express his stance and test Aubree’s attitude. If she accepted, there’d still be room for cooperation.

As a rising star with immense potential, Aubree had long been on Darius’s radar. If he could work with her, it would undoubtedly bring new value to the Walton family.

While Alvin needed watching, the Wilson family couldn’t be taken lightly either. The opening Aubree saw to deal with Daxton was through the Walton family and his anti-cancer drug experiment.

So the Walton family’s invitation was one she had to accept.

This time, to host Aubree, Darius pulled out all the stops. He chose a well-known farm-to-table restaurant in Rithol City.

This place was strictly reservation-only. They only served a hundred tables a day. Every dish was a feast for the senses, made with free-range ingredients, giving everything a fresh taste and firm, flavorful texture.

Even if one was loaded, they still had to show up in person to book a table, and the next day’s slots only opened for reservation the day before.

Darius said, “I barely slept all night to get this reservation. Ms. Miller, you must try the food here.”

Aubree smiled. “Thank you, Mr. Walton. That matter really wasn’t your fault. I should be the one thanking you for your help.”

“Not at all…” They exchanged pleasantries as they made their way to the restaurant.

Since they arrived before mealtime, Darius led Aubree around to try some of the restaurant’s specialty dishes.

Up until the meal began, Darius never brought up business.

He said, “This lobster bisque is their signature. Please try some, Ms. Miller.”

“I’ll raise a glass to you, and you can just enjoy the soup.” Darius downed a shot of liquor without blinking. It was easy to see how he’d built such a successful business.

No matter what kind of business a person was in, they couldn’t help but look at him with newfound respect.

Aubree, like many others, respected that kind of character. She took a sip of soup in return. “Mr. Walton, I assume today’s meeting isn’t just about an apology?”

“Ms. Miller, you may be young, but you’re sharp!” Darius chuckled.

He said, “If Walton Pharmaceuticals could collaborate with Bree Technology, it would be the perfect match.”

Aubree smiled, “I’d be more than happy to work with you. To be honest, I heard you’re investing in the development of an anti-cancer drug.”

Darius nodded. “That’s right.” It wasn’t a secret that Walton Pharmaceuticals specialized in cancer treatment and had developed drugs that significantly suppressed cancer cells. However, none had ever achieved a cure.

Darius sighed. “To be honest, this project is a collaboration with Daxton Wilson, that medical genius. We provide the funding; his lab and our R&D team do the research. But after years of effort, we still haven’t succeeded.”

“I actually have some good news for you, Mr. Walton. Though I don’t know if you’ll believe it.” Aubree picked up a piece of fish with a serving spoon and placed it in his bowl. “I know how to develop a truly effective anti-cancer drug.”

“Really?” Darius nearly dropped his spoon.

The delicious food before him suddenly lost all appeal. He set down his spoon, eyes fixed on her.

Aubree said, “Would I dare bluff you about something this serious? What I mean is I know someone who can develop that drug.”

In the previous timeline, after Daxton had a major accident, Aubree helped solve the research bottleneck and succeeded in developing the drug, restoring her reputation.

But she never tried to claim all the credit. After Daxton’s lab was investigated and shut down, she risked her life to sneak in and recover a mass of scattered research materials.

Among them, she discovered a highly feasible research proposal.

Though she lacked deep medical knowledge, she understood the underlying principle. She tracked down the person who had submitted that proposal and eventually convinced them to try again. They sought help from various medical experts and endured countless rejections.

Unfortunately, their credit was stolen. That person’s brilliance was buried by Daxton.

The proposal was dismissed because Daxton refused to accept that someone else’s idea might be better. His lab was run like a dictatorship. He outright rejected the idea and warned that anyone who pursued it would be kicked out.

That researcher saw through Daxton’s obsession with fame and titles. They left the lab.

Timeline-wise, that person should have already fallen out with Daxton.

This time around, Aubree would recommend that person to Darius, urging him to establish a new lab centered on this researcher.

Darius said, “Ms. Miller, tell me more.”

Aubree replied, “The person I’m talking about is a researcher recently dismissed from Daxton’s lab. If you trust me, go find him, agree to his terms, and establish a new lab with him as the core.”

“I’ll bet, based on current progress, he’ll succeed within three months.” Aubree spoke with conviction, and Darius was swayed.

She was right. There was no reason for her to lie to him. And even if it turned out to be false, the Walton family was no pushover.

Aubree continued, “At worst, the loss is just the investment. I’m confident in this. So if you agree to start the lab, Bree Technology is willing to co-invest and split the risk with you. It’s a win-win.”

With the offer laid out so clearly, Darius agreed.

As Aubree said, if it succeeded, he’d profit massively. If it failed, they’d share the loss.

And she hadn’t even asked him to sever ties with Daxton. He had little to lose.

They clinked glasses, not realizing they were being overheard.

Coincidentally, Casper was also dining there that day. He had just finished a meal with some friends and came over to greet his father, only to overhear the conversation.

His breath caught. Daxton had been struggling to develop that drug for years. If he brought this intel to him, wouldn’t Carmen start seeing him more favorably?

Casper acted immediately, texting his friends to say he was leaving early, and then drove straight to find Carmen.

He told her everything he had just heard.