Alexis shot a cold, piercing glance at the two researchers in front of him. His voice was low but full of authority. "Who's spreading these rumors? Step forward right now!"
The two exchanged nervous glances, neither daring to respond. They kept their heads down, pretending nothing had happened.
"If I find out who's behind this," Alexis said, his tone heavier and more deliberate, "there will be consequences!"
With that, he turned sharply and left, his expression so dark it seemed to fill the room with tension.
Back in his office, Alexis felt an unsettling mix of emotions. He never imagined such slander could spread within the institute. He was determined to get to the bottom of this and clear Nadia's name.
Meanwhile, in the break room, Becky was staring at her phone screen. She had jus
