She was wearing a dark red evening gown today, her hair styled in a high, formal updo.

Henry Clark noticed that her earrings had also changed from silver in the morning to crystal red, perfectly matching the evening dress.

Unlike the usual Grace Harris in formal attire, today’s Grace Harris... appeared even more feminine, with the beauty of a rose on a high branch.

“Henry Clark, you’re here.”

Grace Harris noticed Henry Clark, looked him up and down, and nodded:

“Good taste, this outfit suits you well.”

She walked over, pinched the knot of Henry Clark’s tie, and tightened it:

“Henry Clark, a suit is a man’s armor, and the tie is the sword in his hand. Next time, remember to tie it a bit tighter.”

“Oh, okay…”

Henry Clark replied.

Patting Henry Clark’s collar, Grace Harris picked up her wine glass again and led Henry Clark inside:

“Tonight’s scientific fundraising banquet is organized by the president of the [Donghai Chamber of Commerce]... [楚山河].”

She pointed to the burly man at the bottom of the grand staircase, chatting and laughing with a group of big shots:

“That’s Samuel Cook, the most famous figure in Donghai City.”

“I’ve heard of him.”

Henry Clark nodded.

The name Samuel Cook was known by everyone in Donghai City. He was the one person in the entire city you absolutely couldn’t afford to cross—and no one dared to.

Donghai City, as an international metropolis, was complicated both openly and behind the scenes. The position of chamber president, with its immense influence and power... was not something an ordinary person could hold onto.

“When I was in college, I often heard legendary stories about Samuel Cook, though I never knew if they were true. There are even rumors that... he’s a doting father?”

Grace Harris gave a slight smile:

“That’s actually true.”

“He spoils his daughter?”

“Not just spoils... he’s afraid she’ll fall if he holds her in his hands, and afraid she’ll melt if he holds her in his mouth.”

Grace Harris glanced around and shook her head:

“In the past, Samuel Cook would always bring his daughter to every banquet, but I haven’t seen her today. She’s a very pretty young girl.”

“Oh.”

Henry Clark responded casually.

He wasn’t interested in this kind of gossip; it was a world that had nothing to do with him.

“Henry Clark, look over there.”

Grace Harris pulled Henry Clark and pointed to the other side.

There stood a man alone in the corner of the hall, completely out of place with the rest of the banquet.

He was wearing a casual shirt, his face still showing unshaven stubble, thick square glasses fogged up...

“That’s Professor Foster, Professor Yvonne Foster from Donghai University. Did you know him when you were in school?”

“No, I didn’t.” Henry Clark answered honestly.

Donghai University was so big, with so many departments and teachers... Henry Clark couldn’t even recognize all the teachers in his own department, let alone those from others.

“Professor Yvonne Foster is the only scientist in the country researching the [hibernation pod] project. He’s never made much progress, not even nailing down the most basic theories, let alone any substantial breakthroughs.”

“Someone in China is actually researching this? That’s so sci-fi.”

Grace Harris lowered her head and smiled:

“He’s the only one.”

“Because he’s working on something so outlandish, no research institute wants him. His former teachers and students have all left him, and everyone thinks he’s crazy.”

“All these years, he’s only managed to earn an associate professor title by sticking it out, with no research achievements to speak of. He can only stay at the university, teaching classes while tinkering in the lab.”

“But.”

Grace Harris stared at the red wine swirling in her glass and continued:

“Maybe that’s just how fate works—when you hit rock bottom, things can turn around.”

“Recently, he failed again while researching the hibernation pod’s filling liquid, but accidentally discovered a new chemical substance.”

“This substance, when combined with water molecules, forms a single-molecule-thick film that is breathable, yet completely blocks water molecules, and is harmless to the skin.”

Grace Harris set her wine glass on the table, then took a fresh glass of red wine from a nearby waiter’s tray:

“For Professor Foster, this chemical is a failed product for his hibernation research. But Henry Clark...”

“Do you know what this substance would mean for our skincare industry?”

Chapter 12 Science

Breathable, yet locks in moisture...

Isn’t that exactly what a [moisturizing cream] is!

MX is a beauty company. Although Henry Clark works in the design department, he still has a basic understanding of cosmetics and skincare.

Women’s biggest needs for skincare products are threefold—

Whitening, anti-wrinkle, and moisturizing.

Currently, none of the moisturizing products on the market can achieve absolute or long-lasting hydration.

When applying makeup, to achieve a moisturizing effect, you usually have to apply several layers of skincare: a layer of essence, a layer of lotion, and a layer of moisturizing cream.

It’s not only troublesome and heavy, but also uncomfortable for the skin.

But looking at Professor Foster’s chemical substance, its properties perfectly solve many of the current problems with moisturizing creams.

So, in the field of moisturizing skincare, a new moisturizing cream using this chemical would absolutely dominate the market.

Wouldn’t it sell out instantly?