Chapter 56

Chapter 56
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Zachary’s name was renowned worldwide , yet he was still quite young – just in his early forties .
Tall and lean , he wore frameless glasses . As soon as the host finished speaking , he walked onto the stage amid thunderous applause .
Reaching the center of the podium , he cast a calm glance over the audience , and the entire hall instantly fell silent .
He slowly began , “ Thank you very much to the organizers for the sincere invitation … ”
After briefly exchanging formalities , he gave a concise summary of the exhibits at the expo , offering recognition and insights . He then answered several questions from company representatives in the audience .
Many wanted to ask questions , but time was limited . After about half an hour , Zachary stepped down from the
stage .
The conference continued with other segments , and as Zachary left the stage , he walked toward the front – row seat that had been reserved for him by the organizers .
As he walked past , the business executives seated in the front row all stood up to shake his hand and greet him , making those in the back rows — especially the technical staff – green with envy .
One of the people seated beside Zachary was Trevor .
When Zachary approached , Trevor stood up .
Wynn , who was sitting beside Trevor , also stood up .
Trevor took the initiative to extend his hand and greet Zachary . “ Mr. Newman , long time no see . ”
Yes , Trevor and Zachary had met before .
They had met many years ago .
Zachary , maintaining his usual cold demeanor , reached out and responded , “ It has indeed been a long time . ”
It had been more than ten years .
His aloofness wasn’t directed at Trevor specifically — Zachary treated everyone this way , even his own students .
Wynn also extended her hand . “ Hello , Mr. Newman. I’m Wynn Locket . It’s a pleasure to meet you . ”
Zachary glanced at her , gave a slight nod , and shook her hand briefly . Then , after greeting a few others who approached him , he took his seat .
Trevor sat to Zachary’s right . The person seated to Zachary’s left immediately struck up a conversation with him
once he sat down .
Zachary responded sparingly , speaking only occasionally .
Trevor simply sat there , listening to the speakers on stage .
Wynn , on the other hand , wanted to talk to Zachary . But with Trevor sitting between them , it was inconvenient .
She was surprised that Trevor didn’t take the initiative to speak with Zachary . Leaning in slightly , she asked in a low voice , “ Did you and Mr. Newman have a falling out before ? ”
Trevor smiled . “ No. ”
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“ Then why … ”
Opportunities to speak with Zachary were rare . Who wouldn’t want to seize the chance to exchange a few words with him ?
He was sitting right next to Zachary , yet he ….
She had considered asking Trevor to swap seats with her .
However , Zachary was currently engaged in conversation with the prominent business executive beside him .
That executive was no ordinary person . As a junior with little reputation , if she interrupted their conversation just to introduce herself to Zachary , she might offend the executive .
Realizing this , she dropped the idea and didn’t ask Trevor to switch seats .
However , Trevor suddenly said , “ He doesn’t think much of me . ”
“ What ? ” Wynn was taken aback . She wondered if she had misheard .
But when she saw the faint smile on Trevor’s face , she knew she hadn’t . Still …
If that were true , wouldn’t it count as a falling out ? Yet Trevor looked completely unconcerned .
Seeing that he had no intention of elaborating , Wynn didn’t press further .
Time passed , and eventually , the conference came to an end .
A rumor began to spread – Zachary wouldn’t be leaving right away .