Given how vigilant Caroline was and didn't get deceived by his sweet offering, Leonard nodded in approval.
"The catch is simple. There will be a merchant gathering soon, and I hope you can accompany me. Subsequently, the matter we discussed earlier, I wish that you could continue to research that aspect using the funds I provide." Leonard explained.
He was informing Caroline that he needed her present to completely convince the others regarding his visit to the Velastra Research Facility.
"Lastly, I naturally want to be the first to use and test any of the new products you have created." He concluded. A valuable and talented researcher like Caroline naturally needed to be allied with.
Obviously, Caroline had seen through his intention and flat-out refused.
"Sorry, but there are many who wish to sponsor and fund my research. But the question is never about the money. Instead, it's whether they are qualified to become my sponsor or not." She coolly said.
