The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never
Chapter 1576

“A traitor in our research institute?”

Stella’s face showed her skepticism and shock.

“What kind of traitor would be in our research institute?”

Hannah’s voice turned stern.

“A traitor who stole research from Professor Campbell.

”

Crash!

The sound of glassware clashing echoed.

It was the first time Stella couldn’t keep the instrument steady, and she nearly broke it.

No longer detached, Stella asked in astonishment, “Who is the traitor?”

“Even if I tell you now, you might not believe me.

”

Hannah faced Stella and explained, “You need to see it for yourself to believe it.

So, are you interested in joining us for dinner tonight?”

The laboratory fell silent for a long while.

Stella gently set down what she was holding and replied, “Sure, I’ll come with you.

”

Around 7:30, a luxury car pulled up outside a restaurant.

The two swindlers exited the car first, followed by a slender man.

“Here we are,” one of them announced.

“The sucker is already inside.

Let’s go.

”

Phoenix hesitated at the entrance; his legs felt like lead.

The swindlers walked ahead and, noticing Phoenix lagging, turned back with a frown.

One of them grabbed Phoenix’s arm.

“Come on, why are you just standing there?”

Phoenix adjusted his glasses, unsure, and admitted, “I think… This isn’t a good deal.

”

Upon hearing this, one of the conmen became irritated.

“You mean you won’t help us? We’ve already transferred 5 million dollars to you today! How can you back out now? Listen, if you pay us 1@ million, we’ll let you go immediately.

”

How could he possibly come up with that much money?

Now he replaces himself in a dilemma.

“Don’t intimidate him.

”

Another man approached and reassured Phoenix, patting him on the back.

“Don’t be nervous.

I’m not asking you to lie.

You know this project well.

Just explain how it works and trick the fool.

”