The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 1881

Hearing Anthony's words, Queenie, who already had her face buried in her bowl, nearly choked in shock.

Was this the legendary Anthony? The ruthless, cold-blooded executive who ruled the business world?

How could he act so... submissive in front of Asclepius?

"I know," Queenie said, wiping the corners of her mouth, her voice barely a whisper. "Developing an antidote in such a short timeframe will require a massive amount of manpower and resources."

"But..."

Hesitating, Queenie slowly pulled out her phone and opened her banking app. "I only have fifteen thousand dollars in here right now. Let me give this to you first, and I'll pay the rest once I earn—"

"Tsk."

At the sound, Charlotte leaned back, her eyes heavy with lazy amusement. "The medicine you just took? It cost three million dollars."

Three million dollars?

Queenie's eyes widened, the shock rendering her completely speechless.

She knew it would be expensive, but she hadn't expected it to be that exorbitant.

"Its efficacy is far superior to anything the pharmaceutical conglomerates produce, and it comes with absolutely no side effects," Charlotte added smoothly. "So, the little amount you have right now wouldn't even cover the cost of a basic band-aid."

"If you wait until you earn three million dollars... it'll take you a lifetime."

Queenie fell silent. She couldn't deny the truth.

She was unemployed and currently dodging a massive pharmaceutical corporation. Three million dollars was an astronomical figure to her.

"You can work to pay off your debt."

Picking up her fork, Charlotte casually placed a piece of chicken onto Anthony's plate. "The Institute of Genetic Biology needs people. If you're willing, you can head over there."

The Institute of Genetic Biology?

Hearing the name, Queenie lost all semblance of calm. She abruptly shot up from her seat, her voice trembling. "Asclepius, are you talking about the Institute of Genetic Biology on the Isle of Veil?"

"Is there another one?"

It was breaking news from two minutes ago.

Aurelia's largest pharmaceutical conglomerate was currently facing a severe economic crisis due to a ruptured supply chain and widespread contract disputes exposed by international partners. If they failed to coordinate and resolve the global issues by the end of the day, the company would be forced to declare bankruptcy.

Queenie stared at the news, her shock easily rivaling the moment she was offered the research position.

"Made your decision?" Charlotte asked, lifting her gaze.

Queenie gathered her thoughts and nodded firmly. "As long as you trust me, I'll give it my all."

"Once you're at the Isle of Veil, someone will tutor you to catch up on your academics and earn your degree."

Charlotte withdrew her gaze, playfully toying with Anthony's fingers as she spoke with genuine sincerity. "I want to see your name on the international stage."

With an income of nearly a million dollars a year, Queenie could pay off her debt in about three years.

Those three years would be more than enough for her to hone her skills and elevate her expertise on the Isle of Veil.

Queenie was brilliant. In three years, she was destined to become a rising star in the medical world.