"Yes, I was just getting some air on the rooftop and saw Jasper Shaw."
'My skin really has gotten thicker,' Chloe Sinclair thought. 'Just a moment ago, I was as shy as some naive little girl, but now I can chat and laugh so easily with Mr. Quincy.'
However, in contrast to Chloe Sinclair's composure, Mr. Quincy's face lit up with delight.
"Good, it's good that you've met. Just focus on the challenge ahead. All of us old-timers have your back, so just go for it with confidence."
Although Mr. Quincy's eyes were full of gentleness, his presence grew more powerful the more he spoke.
Chloe Sinclair nodded, indicating she understood.
Fifteen minutes later, the students and invited titans of the field were all in their seats.
The academic press was also set up in the back.
On the spacious stage, Chloe Sinclair and Nathan Trenton sat on either side of Joel Quincy.
The white glare of camera flashes focused on the three of them.
Yet, none of them showed any stage fright.
