Chapter 1141
No.1
[Am I the only one concerned here? Isabella accessed someone’s call history through Vertex Communications! She holds no investigative authority or Vertex affiliation. What right did she have?]
[So wealth grants unlimited power now?]
[This implies she can freely access anyone’s private calls!]
[Vertex’s security team is incompetent! They trade customer privacy for money?]
[Admittedly, Isabella is powerful and capable, but she owes us an explanation!]
[Vertex must also provide answers!]
The discourse shifted from praise to intense criticism.
Privacy concerns dominated the conversation.
Numerous netizens flooded Isabella’s feed, demanding justification.
Isabella frowned. The situation had initially progressed smoothly.
How did it devolve into chaos? Discussions should have remained focused on SilverPeak’s vindication.
Instead, attention diverted to her actions, accompanied by harsh accusations.
No.2
Clearly, someone manipulated the narrative. But who?
Meanwhile, at the Delacroix estate…
Vivienne reclined in her private salon.
Her chief beautician administered a full-body treatment.
Cassandra entered the room. “Vivienne, the narrative is set. TitanTech users will receive notifications shortly. Soon, everyone will know how Isabella abused her wealth for misconduct!”
A mocking smirk spread across Vivienne’s lips.
Her expression radiated arrogance and vengeance.
What made Isabella believe she could compete? Isabella would pay for terrifying her with those pythons!
Public disdain for wealthy individuals misusing power ran deep. Involving user privacy could escalate into criminal charges!
With minimal effort, Vivienne could land Isabella in jail!
Hah! Isabella should have recognized her inferiority!
That same day, TitanTech users received another system notification.
No.3
Headlines previously covering Arabella and Harrison now shifted.
By evening, they screamed: [Isabella Does Whatever She Wants!]
Although Isabella retained supporters, furious keyboard warriors controlled the narrative.
The situation descended into utter chaos.
Isabella slipped off her heels as she stepped into the Blackwood Estate.
Nathaniel’s gaze shifted toward her. “If you need anything, just say the word,” he murmured, his voice low and compelling.
His tone was tender, layered with unmistakable concern. Before Isabella could respond, her phone buzzed.
Gregory Whitmore, the screen read.
She answered. “Vice President Montgomery,” Gregory’s voice came through, “given the mounting backlash, we’ll need to disclose your identity publicly. Are you in agreement?”
Isabella gave a faint smile. “Do I have a choice?”
“I’ll proceed then, Vice President Montgomery. I’ll handle the announcement immediately.” Gregory ended the call.
Nathaniel’s eyes narrowed. Vice President Montgomery? So she was the vice president of Vertex Communications? He had suspected her connection to the company, but never imagined she held such a high position.
No.4
What other secrets was this woman keeping?
Noticing the curious looks from Nathaniel and Oliver, Isabella explained casually, “Before Eleanor Kensington retired, Vertex was searching for her successor. I happened to assist them in securing the patent for fifth-gen wireless tech. That allowed Vertex to launch the industry’s first cellular tech package ahead of everyone else.”
She spoke with detached indifference, as though it were a trivial matter.
Oliver’s eyes sparkled as he gazed at her with admiration. “Mommy is amazing! Just as amazing as Daddy! Last year, Daddy’s R&D team created the first fully integrated fifth-gen wireless smart home system!”
“Quantum Systems?” Isabella asked.
Oliver nodded eagerly. “Yes! How did you know? It’s incredible! The system can detect incoming storms and close windows automatically! It prepares breakfast, adjusts curtains, and even cleans dust! Most importantly, it can put out fires on its own!” He beamed with pride.
Isabella glanced at Nathaniel. It was the first time she had learned about his work since moving in, and it intrigued her—smart home tech was something she had a genuine interest in.
“I’ve tried similar systems before,” Isabella began, “but many functions still required manual control via phone, which I found inconvenient. Once, I was watching TV and couldn’t find the remote or the power button. I had to use the app, but my phone was missing. It was frustrating. Another major flaw is network vulnerability. If hackers breach the system, they could unlock doors and windows. Has Quantum resolved these issues?”
“What do you think, Ms. Montgomery?” Nathaniel’s tone carried a hint of mature confidence.
Isabella frowned. That tone… Had he already solved these problems? Was domestic smart home technology this advanced?
Seeing they finally had common ground, Oliver grinned and quietly slipped out of the room.
Nathaniel moved to the sofa and poured Isabella a glass of water, gesturing for her to sit. Once she was settled, he continued, “Quantum already addressed those concerns. Last year, we upgraded to a sixth-gen AI system. It no longer relies on remotes or phone apps.”
No.5
“It operates through built-in artificial intelligence, automating lights and appliances. It also responds to voice commands in nearly a thousand languages, including various dialects. As for security…” He paused. “Even if Quantum is compromised, no other system in the world would remain intact.”
Nathaniel’s voice was sharp and deliberate.
He spoke with a relaxed, commanding presence.
Only a man of his stature could carry such confidence.
Isabella studied him, a flicker of admiration stirring within her.
Over the years, she had conquered countless fields.
No one had ever truly impressed her.
But this man…
Her eyes swept the room.
“If it’s as impressive as you say,” she began, “why isn’t it installed here?”
Nathaniel’s expression tightened almost imperceptibly.
He seemed to be guarding a secret.
No.6
After a brief pause, he lifted his glass and signaled the butler.
The butler approached with a matte black device.
He set it gently on the coffee table.
“Hello, Kitty,” the butler said.
The machine responded instantly.
“How can I assist you, Uncle?”
Its voice was soft and charming, almost childlike.
The butler turned to Isabella.
“Ms. Montgomery, would you like to try?”
Isabella’s gaze fell upon the machine.
“Hello, Kitty.”
The device replied without hesitation.
No.7
“What can I do for you, Mommy?”
Isabella’s brow furrowed as understanding washed over her.
Nathaniel gave a slight nod.
The butler promptly removed Kitty from the room.
They were alone again.
Nathaniel turned to her.
“Quantum’s Smart Home System is named Kitty. It’s designed to feel like a family pet. To make the experience more personal, it recognizes voices. It calls the eldest male ‘Grandpa,’ the female head ‘Mommy,’ and so on.”