The Wife You Buried Is Back from Hell novel Chapter 76

"You… are you really just a college graduate?" Audrey's brow furrowed in disbelief. "You're not faking your credentials, are you?"

Danielle set down her mouse and straightened up, her tone calm and measured. "My degree is exactly what it says it is—a bachelor's."

Everyone in the conference room exchanged looks of utter astonishment.

How was this even possible?

A mere college graduate had just outperformed every single one of their so-called top talents.

She'd even outshined Mr. Atwood, who was, after all, Mr. Hawthorne's prized protégé and a core member of the Blackwood Research Institute.

Ruby let out a low whistle. "Talk about hiding your light under a bushel."

She shot a glance at Audrey. "Well? I think it's about time you admit defeat and apologize to our new colleague."

Audrey was notoriously proud, with the skills to back it up. Ever since Gian had rejected Millie's recommendation and brought Danielle in instead, Audrey had taken it personally. She'd had a chip on her shoulder about Danielle from day one.

But now, Danielle had proven herself to be leagues above Millie.

Audrey couldn't deny it—she'd misjudged the situation.

The odds of something like this happening were a million to one: a college grad outshining all of them. You wouldn't even dare write this in a novel.

Yet here she was, forced to swallow her pride in the most humiliating way.

Audrey's expression shifted through a dozen emotions. She said nothing.

Danielle offered a faint, easy smile. "There's no need to apologize. I told you I wouldn't drag anyone down. Besides, with my background, it's only natural you'd have doubts."

She respected talent, and she knew Audrey was capable—just a bit blunt at times.

Danielle saw no reason to press her further. Sometimes, you just had to let things go.

"I'm sorry." Audrey finally spoke up, her voice steady. "I apologize for jumping to conclusions."

She met Gian's gaze. "Mr. Atwood, I owe you an apology as well. I shouldn't have questioned your decision."

Gian knew what kind of person she was. He offered a wry smile. "As long as we're all clear, let's get back to work."

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