Evelyn's hand halted mid-air, and she turned her head to look back.
Tiffany strode toward her, displeasure in her eyes. "You think this is a toy model? You can't touch it without permission. This is the result of the researchers' hard work."
Evelyn met Tiffany's accusatory gaze and also felt the eyes of those around turn toward her.
Only then did she slowly start to frown.
Flynn walked over, his expression unpleasant. "Clueless, just as expected. Did they not tell you before you came in? The things here are only for viewing. You need to request for assistance if you want to touch them."
He thought, "She's too reckless! She doesn't even come close to Tiffany!"
Even Brandon's expression grew serious. Growing up in a military base, he received a strict and disciplined education. He was clear about the rules here.
The UN2 combat drone was military technology, after all.
If someone without prior knowledge mishandled it, triggering a hidden mechanism, the consequences would be unimaginable. Evelyn did not even hold basic respect toward it!
With that thought in mind, he said tactfully, "Ms. Reed, if you have no prior knowledge, you should be cautious. Ms. Moore is right. She's speaking from a professional perspective while respecting the researchers. You're working with Mr. Hill, so this is just a friendly reminder, and nothing more."
Even if Evelyn did not understand the relevance, she should have had Tiffany's composure.
After all, Brandon witnessed the UN2 combat drones being mass-produced to be deployed into combat. He did not wish for anyone not in the field to disrespect it.
Evelyn had not expected to face such an awkward situation. Their gaze condemned her recklessness.
But Evelyn was not angry. In a way, they were right. Ordinary people should not be touching it.
However, the UN2 combat drone was something she developed herself. She knew it better than anyone else. This led to her letting her guard down.
"Thanks for the reminder," Evelyn responded calmly.
Brandon did not expect her to be so calm and polite.
If it had been anyone else, they probably would have been embarrassed or furious by now.
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