Chapter 88 An Untimely Laugh

When William finished speaking, his gaze shifted to Sam. Though his tone seemed like a question, everyone could tell it wasn't. All eyes turned toward Sam. Madison, especially, couldn't hide the worry in her eyes. Now she understood why Simon had stood up for Sam earlier. He had been waiting to spring this trap. Having shadowed Sam these past few days, she knew Project ET's progress inside out, and it was already nearing completion. Once she finished the translations, everything would be wrapped up, ready for the bidding ceremony. At this point, adding a new team member would mean letting them take credit for work already completed, especially if that newcomer was Ethan. Once he had a foot in headquarters, getting him out would be nearly impossible. Could Simon be the one who had schemed against Sam in Madison's past life? He had always resented losing his position as heir, and Sam's success had blocked Ethan's rise. As Madison's thoughts spun, Sam's icy voice echoed in the dinin