CHAPTER 185: AN OBSTINATE SISTER

Victoria absorbed Josephine's words with a sympathetic nod. "That's pretty tough, not having even a single friend." Josephine's eyes darted briefly toward Victoria, "I don't need friends; I just need business partners." Her fingers continued to deftly flip the pancakes, a sign of her preoccupation with work over personal connections. "Well, maybe we can collaborate in the future," Victoria suggested, her tone light but earnest. Josephine's interest was piqued. She turned to face Victoria fully, her posture straightening as she asked, "I heard from Miss Sandrine that you need an investment. What kind of investment are you looking for? How much do you need?" Victoria's gaze was thoughtful as she replied, "It's for a laboratory. The amount can't be less than 20 million, or it wouldn't be worthwhile." Josephine's eyes widened with curiosity. "What kind of lab are you investing in?" Victoria's face brightened with enthusiasm as she spoke. "Professor Julia's lab at St. George's Univers