Chapter 196

Evelyn heard Mason's teasing remark, but her face remained impassive. These people must have assumed she knew they were there and had deliberately come over. Lucas showed no special reaction to Evelyn's arrival. He even turned back to continue his conversation with Jason about what they had just been discussing, paying her no mind. Jason glanced over at Evelyn, who was standing by herself. She appeared… somewhat isolated. "Since you're already here, why just stand over there? Come join us!" Mason "kindly" invited her. After all, she was already here, and it wouldn't be right for them to blatantly snub her. That would be inconsiderate of them! Meanwhile, Tiffany paid no attention to Evelyn's arrival. Donald had informed her and Lucas of Flying Seal Group's stance. They had no intention of forming a new research and development team or adding any new members. In truth, she understood that it wasn't that Flying Seal Group didn't need fresh talent but that Evelyn was simply in the w