'I'm working on a big project. If it succeeds, then the technology in this world will be changed. It's going to be revolutionary, and things will be easier because everyone will be able to live like geniuses!'

'What's this project? Will you let me in on it? Can I also partake? I want to be a pioneer!' A younger Victoria replied excitedly, jumping up and down while looking up at her mother with starry eyes full of respect and hope.

'You are still too young to be part of it, and besides, I ...