Agent Chen appeared on the video screen: “Mia’s pattern recognition helped solve twelve additional major fraud cases, recovering over sixty million dollars. The FBI is considering a special consultant position for her when she’s old enough.”
Mia looked up excitedly. “That sounds fun, but I also want to start a special school for kids who learn differently. There are lots of children like me who feel weird and alone. They need friends who understand them.”
Alexander felt warmth spread through his chest. “Mia, tell me more about this school idea.”
She described it with passionate precision: advanced classes in multiple languages, sophisticated math and science labs, programming courses, and most importantly, teaching kids that being different and exceptionally smart is a gift to celebrate.
When Elena worried about the enormous cost, Mia turned to Alexander with impeccable logic. “Mr. Voss, exactly how much money did I save your company by catching the fraud and coordinating the investigation?”
“Approximately fifty-three million in direct impact, plus billions in secured contracts over the next decade,” he replied.