Chapter 235

"Esme, you have a real gift for medicine. It's only natural for you to be promoted this time," a male voice said warmly. Esme smiled sweetly, her expression innocent. "Thank you, Oscar. I wouldn't have been promoted so smoothly without your help." "Think nothing of it. I was happy to assist," he replied. The two were deep in conversation as they walked in, only to pause when they noticed Zelda standing nearby. Zelda turned toward the voices and, to her dismay, saw it was indeed Esme and a man with her. He looked to be in his 30s and was dressed in a neat suit. He had an average, unremarkable appearance that gave off an honest vibe. Esme frowned slightly upon seeing Zelda, though she kept her expression controlled. She stepped forward and asked, "What are you doing here?" "Just getting registered for the Daprein Institute of Advanced Sciences," Zelda replied simply. Esme's eyes flickered with surprise, her gaze landing on Zelda's newly issued ID. It clearly stated "Lab". The la