The Scent of 56

Chapter 56

Zachary’s name was renowned worldwide, yet he was still quite young–just in his early forties.

Tall and lean, he wore frameless glasses. As soon as the host finished speaking, he walked onto the stage amid thunderous applause.

Reaching the center of the podium, he cast a calm glance over the audience, and the entire hall instantly fell silent.

He slowly began, “Thank you very much to the organizers for the sincere invitation…”

After briefly exchanging formalities, he gave a concise summary of the exhibits at the expo, offering recognition and insights. He then answered several questions from company representatives in the audience.

Many wanted to ask questions, but time was limited. After about half an hour, Zachary stepped down from the

stage.

The conference continued with other segments, and as Zachary left the stage, he walked toward the front–row seat that had been reserved for him by the organizers.

As he walked past, the business executives seated in the front row all stood up to shake his hand and greet him, making those in the back rows—especially the technical staff–green with envy.

One of the people seated beside Zachary was Trevor.

When Zachary approached, Trevor stood up.

Wynn, who was sitting beside Trevor, also stood up.

Trevor took the initiative to extend his hand and greet Zachary. “Mr. Newman, long time no see.”

Yes, Trevor and Zachary had met before.

They had met many years ago.

Zachary, maintaining his usual cold demeanor, reached out and responded, “It has indeed been a long time.”

It had been more than ten years.

His aloofness wasn’t directed at Trevor specifically—Zachary treated everyone this way, even his own students.

Wynn also extended her hand. “Hello, Mr. Newman. I’m Wynn Locket. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Zachary glanced at her, gave a slight nod, and shook her hand briefly. Then, after greeting a few others who approached him, he took his seat.

Trevor sat to Zachary’s right. The person seated to Zachary’s left immediately struck up a conversation with him

once he sat down.

Zachary responded sparingly, speaking only occasionally.

Trevor simply sat there, listening to the speakers on stage.

Wynn, on the other hand, wanted to talk to Zachary. But with Trevor sitting between them, it was inconvenient.

She was surprised that Trevor didn’t take the initiative to speak with Zachary. Leaning in slightly, she asked in a low voice, “Did you and Mr. Newman have a falling out before?”

Trevor smiled. “No.”

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Chapter 56

“Then why…”

Opportunities to speak with Zachary were rare. Who wouldn’t want to seize the chance to exchange a few words with him?

He was sitting right next to Zachary, yet he….

She had considered asking Trevor to swap seats with her.

However, Zachary was currently engaged in conversation with the prominent business executive beside him.

That executive was no ordinary person. As a junior with little reputation, if she interrupted their conversation just to introduce herself to Zachary, she might offend the executive.

Realizing this, she dropped the idea and didn’t ask Trevor to switch seats.

However, Trevor suddenly said, “He doesn’t think much of me.”

“What?” Wynn was taken aback. She wondered if she had misheard.

But when she saw the faint smile on Trevor’s face, she knew she hadn’t. Still…

If that were true, wouldn’t it count as a falling out? Yet Trevor looked completely unconcerned.

Seeing that he had no intention of elaborating, Wynn didn’t press further.

Time passed, and eventually, the conference came to an end.

A rumor began to spread–Zachary wouldn’t be leaving right away.