Chapter 436 Are You Serious
Hayley''s POV:
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Noticing my confused expression, Professor Cain began to exin. "Here''s the situation. My team and I have been working on a significant research project for the past couple of years, and I was wondering if you''d be interested in joining us."
Before I could respond, the administrator standing nearby gasped in disbelief. "Professor Cain, are you serious?
"From what I understand, your research topics are national priorities. Even teaching assistants don''t typically get a chance to participate in them. Hayley''s just a freshman-how could she possibly handle something like this?"
But Professor Cain simply smiled and replied, "That''s exactly why I''m confident in her potential. She''s young, and that''s what we need-fresh energy and new ideas. We can''t keep relying on us older folks. Don''t you agree, Hayley?"
I snapped out of my shock.
I knew how important these research projects were and how rare an opportunity this was.
But my life was already packed to the brim-between my responsibilities as the Alpha of the Shadow Pack, a race car driver, a multinational business owner, and a leader of an underground organization. I didn''t have the time tomit to something so demanding.
Research required total focus and dedication, body and soul. And frankly, I didn''t have the energy to
spare.
After a moment of thought, I politely turned him down. "I''m sorry, Professor Cain, but I don''t think I can join your team."
The office fell silent, and I could see even Professor Cain''s smile slowly fade.
He persisted, "If you have any concerns, feel free to share them. Or, if you need more time to think, I understand. Take a couple of days to consider, and let me know your decision."
I opened my mouth to respond, but he quickly interrupted. “Let''s leave it for today.
No rush. Take your time. When you''re ready,e and find me."
I understood what he meant. After a brief hesitation, I nodded.
"Alright, I''ll give it serious thought."
Seeing my response, Professor Cain''s expression brightened considerably.
"That''s great! Now go ahead and get to work. You''ve got a speech to prepare for
the opening ceremony tomorrow, so get back to it."
I nodded, said my goodbyes, and left the office.
Back in my dorm, I sat down and began working on my speech.
Before long, my phone buzzed in my pocket.
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Chapter 436 Are You Serious
I nced at the time. I was almost done with my speech, so I decided to take a break and head out.
At the east gate, I spotted Christine waving from outside a restaurant. "Hayley, over here!"
I hurried over, and we walked inside and sat down.
As we talked about thetest events in our departments a tall guy approached our table.
He turned to Christine and asked, "Hey, can I get your Instagram handle?"
Christine, looking uninterested, replied coolly, "Sorry, Im not really into social media."
Undeterred, the guy asked, "How about your phone number?"
"I don''t have a phone," she responded, still calm.
But the guy wasn''t giving up, pressing further.
I was just about to step in and help Christine get rid of him when a male voice
suddenly interrupted. "Looking for my selected mate''s phone number? How about
I give it to you instead?"
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