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Novel: Under the Drizzle (1-16) 10: The Appeal
Abstract for Chapter 10: The Appeal
In the high-stakes ecosystem of corporate research, Steve Yoon confronts a moral and professional crisis when he uncovers fraudulent data at the heart of a patent he co-invented. As he navigates a convoluted web of corporate politics, he finds support from his colleague Kelly Young and their formidable leader, Sally. When the patent's legitimacy is challenged, Sally devises a strategic appeal to the USPTO, positioning Steve as the reserve force in a battle against the unscrupulous Peter, who claims false credit. Amidst this tension, the dynamics of Steve and Kelly's relationship deepen as they share intimate moments that blur the lines of professional decorum. In the business center, their conversations reveal vulnerabilities and shared aspirations, underscoring their unique connection. As the appeal unfolds, the trio's combined efforts yield a hard-fought victory, but the triumph comes at a cost, entangling personal loyalties with career ambitions. With Sally's subsequent departure to form her own firm, Steve returns to Toronto with not only the victory of the appeal but also with a profound awareness of the complexities that lie ahead, both professionally and emotionally, as the boundary between his work and personal life becomes increasingly tenuous.
