Chapter 1272

Josefina was the backbone of the University of Melbourne everyone knew it.

She flashed a warm smile. “President, there are so many brilliant people at Melbourne. Even if I'm not around, the students will keep the place shining.”

"That's not the same, not even close," he insisted. "Your lab is finished, by the way. Mr. Oliver donated all the equipment you needed—it'll be delivered tomorrow. And if you need anything else, just tell me, I'll make it happen.”

"Thank you." Josefina paused, a thought crossing her mind. "Are there security cameras near the little marketplace?"

Mr. Marquez looked surprised. "I think so. I can check-"

"No need. As long as they're there, that's enough. I've got something else to do, so I'll get going."

With that, Josefina stood up and walked out.

Mr. Marquez was left scratching his head, completely lost as to why she'd asked

about the cameras. He watched her hurry away, then suddenly smacked his thigh in realization.

"Shoot!"

...

Josefina was barely off campus when her phone rang.

“Josie, my superstar wife. You're so amazing, I can't even find the words," Oliver teased.

Josefina rolled her eyes, not bothering to answer.

She knew what was coming: a lecture about safety. Honestly, she wasn't as fragile

as he thought—the baby was fine, and she always knew her own limits.

"Oliver, stop teasing me."

"I'm waiting for you at the main gate."

"I'll be there in a minute."

She hung up and headed over. Meanwhile, in the car, Oliver was making another call.

"Tell Wilson to stay away from the University of Melbourne," he said, voice cold. He wasn't about to let that man show up again.

A few minutes later, Josefina climbed into the car.

Oliver opened his mouth to speak, but she cut him off. "Oliver, I've got something huge to tell you."

He blinked. "What's up?"

"At the bet today, someone

tampered with things to make me lose.

tampked Mr. Marquez about the

cameras they is they're there live already got Luke investigating."

Oliver's attention snapped to the new topic, his expression darkening. "Someone really had the guts to try that?"

To pull a stunt like that in front of everyone—just to make Josefina lose and drive her out of the university.

"Do you have any idea who it was?" he asked, knowing she was sharp.

Josefina shook her head. "Too many people around. No way to guess right now." Without evidence, it was pointless to make accusations.

"Then we'll wait for the results," Oliver said, starting the car. "For now, let's get you some dinner."

Josefina settled into the passenger seat, phone in hand, still tapping away as she handled work. She hadn't stopped for a second.

Oliver watched her, half amused, half exasperated. "Josie, let me send you a couple of executive managers to help out, okay?"

She shook her head. "No need, I've already delegated a lot. With a business this big, I can't just sit back and ignore everything if she didn't keep an eye on things, trouble would pop up for sure.

Right now, the most pressing thing was the fashion company's runway show.

Alex and Deanna had come up with a plan to launch the bridal collection. Josefina had left the show in their hands, but she couldn't help but worry.

Oliver offered, "Why not let George help them out? He can come back to me when things calm down."

Josefina smiled. "If George helps me, who's going to help you?"

"The office has other assistants. I'll be just fine. Josie, your business is what matters most."

Still, Josefina didn't accept his offer

She didn't want their work tangled

together-she'd rather keep the

careers separate for the sake of their relationship. fo

This was something Alex and Deanna would handle on their own.

Meanwhile, back at the office, Deanna handed a flowchart to Alex.

“Alex, can you take a look and see if this timeline works for the show?" she asked, quickly setting the paper down and pulling her hand back.