Chapter 482

Camille still attended the Monday meeting at NovaSight Labs.

Damien had an important executive session that required his full attention.

He didn't personally attend Camille's presentation this time.

However, when his meeting concluded, Colin and Caleb heard him inquire, "Has the downstairs meeting adjourned yet?"

"If the follow-up proposal has been submitted, bring it to me immediately."

They exchanged knowing glances, recalling how Damien had previously sat in on Camille's meetings.

They observed the substantial pile of documents awaiting Damien's review.

He was scheduled for a business trip tomorrow, requiring all current files to be processed today.

In comparison, the project discussed in Camille's meeting wouldn't commence until next month.

The proposal remained in its preliminary stages.

Damien could easily review it after his return.

But since he requested it, Caleb retrieved the newly delivered documents from the downstairs meeting.

He placed the proposal on Damien's desk.

Although labeled as preliminary, Camille had thoroughly developed the subsequent workflow.

The report Damien received was exceptionally detailed and well-structured.

He immediately focused on the specific implementation procedures.

The pages contained extensive technical terminology that largely eluded Colin and Caleb's understanding.

The proposal spanned multiple pages, but after reviewing just the initial section, they noticed a subtle smile gracing Damien's features.

He scanned through the document with remarkable speed, focusing on key technical terms.

They watched as his reading pace accelerated—eight pages of dense content consumed in under three minutes.

By the time he finished, the satisfaction in his eyes became unmistakable.

His evident approval of the proposal was clear.

Just as Colin and Caleb prepared to comment, Damien closed the document and stated, "They're likely heading to a group luncheon."

"Caleb, inform them I'll be joining."

Both men paused momentarily before Caleb responded, "Certainly."

Indeed, Camille's team had scheduled a lunch gathering for noon.

As departure time approached, Camille and her colleagues prepared to leave when NovaSight Labs's technical department head, Felix Doyle, announced, "Just received word that Mr. Harrington will be joining us for lunch."

Camille showed little reaction.

Gabriel, who was also present today, pressed his lips together upon hearing this.

Leaning toward Camille, he murmured, "Given the current cooperation phase between our companies, his personal involvement seems unnecessary."

"Why is he coming?"

Camille simply shook her head.

If he didn't know, she certainly couldn't speculate.

Damien had considerable work to complete, so Camille, Gabriel, and their team arrived at the restaurant first.

They waited briefly before Damien appeared with Caleb.

When Damien entered, several NovaSight Labs senior executives and engineers immediately rose to greet him.

After brief pleasantries, his gaze shifted to Camille and Gabriel.

He extended his hand for a formal handshake.

"I've reviewed the follow-up proposal."

"The conceptual framework is outstanding."

"Thank you for your diligent work."

The senior technical staff appeared surprised by this announcement.

Their proposal had just been submitted—how had Damien already reviewed it?

So quickly?