Davis felt a headacheing on, his brows knitted together as he took a sip of tea from the coffee


    table.


    M stated firmly, "Mr. Bowen, if my departure would impede our country’s technological progress and


    lead to irreversible harm, then I would stay.


    “I''ve decided to dedicate all the data from my years of hydronium research to our country. This will


    enable other scientists to build upon my earlier work and make significant advancements.”


    However, Davis continued to urge her, saying, "M, think about the numerous female scientists


    throughout history who have made significant sacrifices for their research. Their enduring legacy is


    priceless and has left a permanent mark on our world.


    "Take Josephine Anderson, for instance, who discovered the new elements polonium and radium,


    dedicating her life to the study of radioactive substances.


    “Then there''s Riley Fordham, who discovered artemisinin and was awarded the Nobel Prize. Not to


    mention—"


    However, M swiftly interjected, affirming, "Mr. Bowen, I am well aware of these examples.


    Regardless, I will not cease my scientific pursuits. My passion lies not in pursuing fame, but in


    advancing humanity. "Despite being the granddaughter of the wealthiest man in Norvania, I have never


    contemted returning to inherit my family fortune. "Wealth, to me, is merely an external possession,


    and honor is no different. What I desire is the simple joy of achievement and happiness in life."


    Davis spoke up, "Are you willing to give up all the honor you currently have?"


    M replied with conviction, “I choose my child over any honor."


    As a father himself, Davis could rte to M''s decision.


    “I will convey your situation and sentiments to the higher authorities," Davis stated, somewhat resigned.


    M nodded enthusiastically and shook Davis'' hand. “Thank you, Mr. Bowen."


    Davis cautioned, "Don''t get overly excited just yet. The road ahead won''t be easy."


    M replied, "I understand, but I won''t give up.”


    After spring passed, autumn soon followed.


    M endured a challenging early pregnancy, experiencing various ufortable symptoms.


    Despite vomiting until her stomach bled, she never considered giving up. She persisted in recording the


    final data every day.


    She waited for three months for the Suntend government''s approval. In the end, touched by


    compassion, the officials couldn''t bear the idea of M''s child growing up without a father, so they


    made an exception and approved her resignation.


    It took her an additional two months to hand over all the research data. During the final days, she


    continued to sign various national patent confidentiality agreements andpleted the procedures for


    changing her nationality.


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    Five months had gone by.


    Winter had descended upon Norvania, decorating the sky with drifting snowkes and stirring up a


    sharp, chilly wind.


    The snowyndscape appeared incredibly romantic and pristine. Stepping out of the airport, M


    wheeled her suitcase onto the Norvanian soil, her gaze sweeping over the scenery.


    At that moment, a sense of homing washed over her, her heart swelling with excitement.


    "M!" A wave of excited cheers erupted.


    M turned around and saw Phoebe approaching.


    She was bundled up in a fluffy white coat, a cotton hat, and gloves, appearing quite bulky, almost


    resembling a small ball rolling toward her, ready to pounce.


    Reacting swiftly, M extended her hands in front of her, blocking Phoebe from jumping into her arms.


    Phoebe stopped in her tracks, looking at M''s outstretched hands. "What''s wrong, M? Aren''t you


    happy to see me?"


    M smiled. "Of course, I am! How have you been these past few months?"


    Phoebe''s eyes brimmed with tears of joy. “I''ve been doing well, but I''ve really missed you! When I


    heard yesterday that you wereing back to Norvania, I was so excited I couldn''t sleep all night. I


    came to the airport early this morning to wait for you."


    M smiled warmly. “I can tell. You seem both excited and exhausted now."


    Phoebe quickly scanned M''s appearance. M had her long hair tied up and was dressed in a thick


    beige overcoat, which was simple yet elegant, though slightly bulky.


    "M, it seems like you''ve gained a little weight,” Phoebe observed. With a yful smile, M replied,


    “Where do you think I''ve gained weight?"


    Phoebe took another look but couldn''t quite pinpoint any specific area. “It''s not very noticeable. It might


    just be because of the winter clothing. However, you look much healthier and more beautiful now."


    M chuckled in response, "Yourpliments keep getting sweeter."