"This..." Everyone in the room could sense Doctor Harvey's favoritism towards the young man, but they remained silent, knowing they lacked the same background and connections.
In this world, having a powerful backer could indeed mean the difference between success and failure.
It was often a prerequisite for navigating any career path smoothly.
With the right connections and support, individuals could expect preferential treatment and opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach.
Some of them had dedicated decades of their lives to this project, but they knew that this young man would be quickly promoted ahead of them due to his privileged background.
What grated on them even more was the fact that he wasn't particularly exceptional in terms of intellect.
While he may have been decent academically, this facility was meant for geniuses in their respective fields.