Chapter 527

Harold saw Jane's perplexed expression. A rare trace of guilt appeared on his normally stern look as he confessed, "I was too humiliated to mention everything." His specialty was supposed to be cybersecurity. In addition to losing to Melanie, a female who placed second, he had also failed to win the title. The fact that Melanie's profile didn't even include cybersecurity as a significant interest was what hurt the most. It indicated that she was merely experimenting for enjoyment. He was an expert in the field, but this beginner had surpassed him. The ashamed feeling was genuine. Jane was about to comfort him. However, Mina nodded and tapped her chin meticulously before she could speak. "You're right, Harold—that is quite embarrassing. I experience secondhand humiliation as your sister." Bryan quickly popped his head out from behind her and chimed in, "As your brother, I’m ashamed on your behalf too." Harold’s brow twitched. "Like either of you have the right to be embarrassed for me.