Chapter 244

The team mistook her modesty for genuine humility.

Celebrations ended quickly as everyone returned to their tasks.

Victoria knew about YodaVision's morning press conference.

Her workload had prevented her from checking the details earlier.

She grabbed her phone to search for conference updates. "Did you attend the event this morning, Mr. Fairchild?" she asked Dominic.

"Indeed."

The screen showed Isabella Sinclair presenting YodaVision's latest technological advancements.

Dominic studied Victoria's reaction carefully, noting her composed demeanor showed no resentment toward Isabella.

Comparing Isabella's Christmas hostility with Victoria's current poise, he became convinced of Victoria's superior professionalism.

Just as he prepared to speak, Victor Pembroke leaned in. "I caught part of YodaVision's conference. Their technology is remarkable."

"Absolutely," Victoria agreed.

Though not a tech expert, Dominic recognized YodaVision's industry-leading capabilities.

As Nathaniel Graves' speech played, Dominic remarked, "With you leading InnovaTech, we'll undoubtedly develop groundbreaking innovations."

Victoria smiled faintly. "You flatter me, Mr. Fairchild. I still have much to learn from Mr. Graves."

Dominic interpreted this as false modesty. "No need for humility, Ms. Kensington."

"But it's true," Victoria interrupted. "Learning from Mr. Aldridge has always been my dream. I recently met him, but wasn't qualified to become his student."

Her frank admission impressed Dominic further.

He now understood Victoria's interest in Nathaniel stemmed not just from his AI expertise, but also his mentorship under Frederick Aldridge.

"If you haven't reached that level yet, keep striving," Dominic encouraged. "With your talent, you'll achieve your goals."

Victoria's smile faded as Alexander Whitmore entered. "Apologies for the wait, Mr. Fairchild."

Dominic stood. "Not at all, Mr. Whitmore. I arrived early."

After brief pleasantries, Alexander exchanged a glance with Victoria before leading Dominic upstairs for their meeting.

Victoria watched them leave. As she turned to her work, her phone rang.

Reginald Kensington was calling.

Like everyone in the industry, Reginald had watched YodaVision's conference.

The potential financial impact of YodaVision's innovations weighed heavily on him.

The Kensington tech division lacked core technology, making their products uncompetitive and unprofitable for years.

Continuous losses without progress had become unacceptable.

Each day meant more financial drain - how could Reginald not feel pressured?

He reached out to Victoria, hoping she might have solutions under Alexander's guidance.

Most importantly, he wondered if Victoria had finally reached a level that might impress Frederick Aldridge.