Chapter 394

The conversation shifted from personal matters to work topics between Isabella and Nathaniel.

Soon after, Theodore called to invite her to Salzburg University's upcoming AI symposium next week.

The invitation had originally been sent to YodaVision weeks ago, addressed solely to Nathaniel.

But everything changed when Isabella's groundbreaking paper was published days earlier, sending shockwaves through academic circles.

Given the paper's exceptional quality and far-reaching impact, the university now desperately wanted Isabella to attend as well.

Initially, Isabella had no intention of participating in Salzburg University's event.

Despite the paper's explosive reception, she'd maintained an unusually low profile, refusing all interview requests. "The students are eager to meet you and learn from your expertise," Theodore pressed.

After some convincing, Isabella finally agreed to attend.

The symposium had gathered an impressive roster of industry experts, scholars, and corporate representatives.

On the event day, the campus buzzed with excitement.

Victoria Kensington represented InnovaTech at the gathering.

News of Frederick Langley's recent trip to Ceravelle had spread through professional circles, revealing Victoria as one of his prized PhD students. This connection instantly elevated her status among attendees.

Theodore greeted her politely when they crossed paths.

Numerous student representatives surrounded Victoria when they learned of her prestigious academic lineage.

For many aspiring scholars, simply being Frederick's student represented the pinnacle of achievement.

Bolder students approached Victoria with technical questions.

Answering basic queries posed no challenge for her. The crowd responded with admiring glances and impressed murmurs.

Several experts also introduced themselves, drawn by her academic pedigree.

Soon, Victoria found herself at the center of an admiring crowd.

Then Isabella and Nathaniel arrived.

Frederick's reputation carried immense weight, but the real buzz centered on his recent private meeting with Isabella and Nathaniel.

Their entrance electrified the venue. Every head turned in their direction.

While Isabella's paper had made waves, few knew her by sight.

Both students and established experts had eagerly anticipated meeting the brilliant mind behind the revolutionary research.

Spotting the arrivals, Theodore excused himself from Victoria. "Mr. Graves and Ms. Sinclair have arrived. The chancellor and I must greet them."

Victoria's smile faltered.

Earlier, while mingling with students, she'd overheard their constant chatter about Isabella.

Their burning desire to meet and question Isabella became painfully clear.

The realization darkened Victoria's expression further.

After the formal greetings, scholars and experts finally connected the stunning woman beside Nathaniel to the groundbreaking paper that had shaken their field.

"My god, she's breathtaking!"

"It's unfair - that brilliant and that beautiful? I can't even..."

"Her and Mr. Graves make a perfect pair. They must be together, right? Both field leaders, both gorgeous. Honestly, it's disgustingly perfect."