After dinner, the exhibition officially began.

Sophia Shaw went inside right away.

NASA had really pulled out all the stops for this exhibition, showcasing their best-kept secrets.

It was an unprecedented event.

Sophia Shaw was particularly interested in the new developments in rocket modules. She stood in the rocket exhibition hall, examining each display one by one, unwilling to miss even the smallest detail.

She finally stopped in front of a new model of rocket, unable to move another step.

Levin Sawyer followed her every step. Seeing her so engrossed, a flicker of sympathy crossed his eyes.

This new rocket was the latest creation from their mentor’s team.

Their mentor had been at NASA for many years and was an irreplaceable, top-tier figure in rocket manufacturing.

’She’s not just looking at the rocket; she’s thinking of our mentor.’

Justin Hughes walked over with Joanna Sherman and Vincent Grant, with Young Master Croft tagging along.

Joanna Sherman pointed at the rocket and began to explain its features with eloquence.

Young Master Croft listened with his hands behind his back, his expression serious.

Hearing Joanna Sherman’s explanation of the rocket, others also gathered around, forming a crowd with the two at the center.

Bursts of applause erupted from the crowd from time to time.

Her voice was bright and clear, and Sophia Shaw couldn’t help but overhear.

When she heard Joanna Sherman say the rocket’s propellant was a "solid composite propellant," her brow furrowed noticeably.

Justin Hughes didn’t understand rocket science, so he just treated the bothersome Sophia Shaw as a thorn in his side.

Seeing her frown, he sneered.

"Acting like she knows so much."

’Isn’t she just trying to make Joanna uncomfortable?’

’So damn disgusting!’

Sophia Shaw was completely immersed in analyzing the rocket’s new technology and didn’t hear what Justin Hughes said.

Beside her, Levin Sawyer’s expression turned cold. "From Young Master Hughes’s tone, I take it you’re quite the expert?"

Justin Hughes instinctively looked toward Levin Sawyer.

Levin Sawyer regarded him with a disdainful half-smile.

Everyone knew that Levin Sawyer’s Lead Aerospace was number one in Cathan’s rocket industry. He himself came from a professional background and was undeniably an expert-level figure.

Even if Justin Hughes did know something, how could he possibly compare to him?

Questioned in public like that, his face instantly burned with heat.

Vincent Grant, who had been ignoring Sophia Shaw’s presence, suddenly fixed his gaze deeply on her.

"Let’s go."

Sophia Shaw disliked crowds and said to Levin Sawyer.

The two of them walked out together.

"What’s wrong? You frowned when you heard Joanna Sherman mention the propellant. Did you notice something?" Levin Sawyer asked eagerly as soon as they were away from the crowd.

"Yes."

Sophia Shaw nodded.

"Our mentor’s team used a propellant more advanced than a solid composite propellant this time."

She didn’t know what kind of propellant it was, but she could tell at a glance that it wasn’t a solid composite.

"I’ll run some tests when I get back. I might be able to replicate it."

"Okay."

Levin Sawyer had complete confidence in her.

She used to love cracking their mentor’s new technologies. Every time, she would find the answer before he had even begun to scratch the surface. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

Meanwhile, Vincent Grant’s group had also arrived at the lounge.

Young Master Croft had left on some business, leaving only Vincent Grant, Joanna Sherman, Jenson Forrest, and Justin Hughes.

"Joanna, you were incredible just now. So many experts came just to hear your explanation," Justin Hughes began, immediately praising Joanna Sherman.

After his praise, he looked at Vincent Grant. "Vincent, with Joanna in your company’s rocket division, you’ve definitely struck gold."

Vincent Grant loosened his tie and looked at Joanna Sherman with a slight smile.

Joanna Sherman coolly tucked her wavy hair behind her ear.

Jenson Forrest, sitting opposite Vincent Grant, leaned forward. "Why was Sophia Shaw with Levin Sawyer? Did she join Lead Aerospace?"

"I heard she’s an assistant at Lead Aerospace. The only thing she’s capable of is minor tasks like booking plane tickets for Levin Sawyer."

Justin Hughes had heard this from Sharon Sherman.

And Sharon Sherman had heard it from Yvonne Sherman.

Justin Hughes was utterly dismissive of Sophia Shaw. "If you ask me, she’s just using Levin Sawyer to make Vincent jealous!"

"She’s so full of herself. Who does she think she is?"

"Justin Hughes, if you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all!" Joanna Sherman scolded before Vincent Grant could.

Having been forced to apologize to Sophia Shaw, his pride was wounded, and all Justin Hughes wanted was to slander her viciously. It was only after Joanna Sherman’s scolding that he noticed Vincent Grant’s dark expression and couldn’t help but shrink back.

Although he called Vincent Grant a friend, he was still quite afraid of him.

Even though Vincent Grant didn’t love Sophia Shaw, he would never tolerate others disparaging her in his presence.

However, he also didn’t ask a single question about Sophia Shaw’s job, his gaze so indifferent it was as if she were a complete stranger.

"Vincent, are you going to continue your marriage with Sophia Shaw?" Jenson Forrest suddenly asked from across the table.

Vincent Grant frowned and looked over.

It wouldn’t have been surprising if someone else had asked. But while Jenson Forrest disliked Sophia Shaw, he had never been one to pry into others’ private affairs.

Jenson Forrest had asked Vincent Grant, but the most nervous person was Justin Hughes.

He had been wanting to ask this question for a long time.

In Justin Hughes’s opinion, Vincent Grant should have divorced and gotten together with Joanna Sherman long ago.

Vincent Grant’s deep eyes betrayed no emotion. He stood up and walked to the bar across the room to pour himself a glass of water.

Justin Hughes stared blankly at his back, then looked at Jenson Forrest. "So is he getting a divorce or not?"

Jenson Forrest remained silent. Joanna Sherman got up, walked over to Vincent Grant’s side, and also picked up a glass.

Vincent Grant naturally picked up the pitcher and poured water for her.

Justin Hughes watched their backs with resentment. ’They’re the ones who should be a couple! Sophia Shaw stole that marriage back then. Now that Joanna is back, Vincent doesn’t have to be polite to that Shaw woman at all. He should have kicked her to the curb long ago!’

After finishing her water, Joanna Sherman walked out and came face-to-face with Levin Sawyer.

"President Sawyer." Joanna Sherman took the initiative to approach him, gracefully extending her hand. "I just met with Old Master Sloan. Perhaps we’ll be fellow apprentices in the near future."

Levin Sawyer glanced down at her outstretched hand, but his own hand, resting in his pocket, showed no sign of emerging. "Miss Sherman, I don’t believe my mentor will be accepting you as a student."

Levin Sawyer didn’t mince words at all, and Joanna Sherman’s usually confident face stiffened slightly.

Just a moment ago, Seraphina Vaughn had done her best to put in a good word for her, and she had also presented her list of achievements. Old Master Sloan had been polite to her, but he had avoided giving a direct answer to her request to become his student.

"I heard that Old Master Sloan has only ever accepted one female student. Could President Sawyer perhaps reveal her name?" Joanna Sherman persisted, not giving up.

"I’m afraid not."

Levin Sawyer gave a polite nod and made to leave.

Joanna Sherman blocked him again. "I won’t ask for a name. I just want to know the gap between her and me. That’s not too much to ask of you, is it, President Sawyer?"

Levin Sawyer smiled.

"Let me put it this way, Miss Sherman. My mentor has always only accepted top-tier students."

The meaning was clear: she wasn’t quite at that top tier.

Joanna Sherman walked to the side, pinching her fingers in frustration.

"Sis, did Old Master Sloan accept you?" Sharon Sherman asked, running over while holding up her skirt.

After the scene she had caused earlier, she had been too embarrassed to show her face and had been hiding.

"No."

"How could that be?" Sharon Sherman looked incredulous. "You’re the top figure in Cathan’s rocket launches! Is that Old Master Sloan blind?"

"Could it be that dead bitch Sophia Shaw sabotaging you? Trying to get revenge on purpose?"

"She seduced Levin Sawyer and got him to badmouth you to Old Master Sloan..."