Sophia's POV
I caught up with Maria in the hallway before she could reach the elevator.
"We need to talk."
Maria turned slowly, that innocent smile already sliding back into place. "Isabella! What a wonderful presentation. I'm so glad everything worked out."
"Cut the act." I stepped closer, lowering my voice. "I know what you did."
"I'm sorry?" Her eyes widened with perfect confusion. "What exactly are you accusing me of?"
"The samples. The corrupted files. You sabotaged my presentation."
"That's a very serious accusation." Maria's voice dripped with hurt. "I came here to support you. I even brought those research notes—"
"Notes that were completely useless. About a drug that's been discontinued for two years." I crossed my arms. "Quite a coincidence, don't you think?"
"I had no i
