Chapter 182: C178
Yelena did not object.
She was grateful for her encounter with Natasha—not only because it freed her from Dreykov's grasp but because it opened the door to a new world.
Even if that world wasn't as beautiful as she'd imagined, and even if it was dangerous at times, it made life more thrilling. More legendary.
She knew that her future with Natasha wouldn't be confined to Earth. Together, they would explore the vast expanse of the universe.
Natasha glanced at Yelena, a subtle smile playing on her red lips, before turning to Leon. "We've secretly funded 137 orphanages across the globe. The funds cover education, meals, and general support. We've also been monitoring the children's conduct."
She continued, "From the initial phase, about 500 children have been selected for observation. Over the next year, we'll invest heavily in their education, learning resources, and nutrition. Among them, we're identifying those with exceptional talent. The World Admissions Association will recruit and develop these individuals, and we'll allocate significant resources to their growth—especially for those destined to become scientists."
Natasha didn't linger on the topic of funding; she mentioned it casually, as though it were an afterthought. With the help of advanced artificial intelligence, gray and shadowy industries had been forced to divert funds seamlessly, making this initiative relatively simple.
Leon nodded thoughtfully. His talent cultivation plan was already taking shape.
The approach was straightforward: by secretly investing in orphanages worldwide, they could identify children who met the criteria for character, ability, and potential. Once selected, the children would be transferred to specialized educational facilities.