A Film Queen

Chapter 17 One Minute of Restraint

The following day, upon entering the classroom, Milly noticed that everyone was casting strange glances in her direction.

Taking her seat, she was approached by the student in front of her. She asked in a low voice, “Milly, have you checked the blog?”

Furrowing her brow, Milly adjusted her thick glasses and honestly replied, “No, I haven’t.”

She had been engrossed in studying ancient poetry for the past few days and neglected even basic necessities like water, leaving her no time to check her phone.

She asked, “What’s going on? Has something happened?”

The classmate that sat in front of her was Allison Walters, a charming girl with glasses and a doll–like face.

Allison hesitated. She pursed her lips and eventually handed her phone to Milly and said, “You should see for yourself.”

The article had gained significant attention since being posted last night. There were hundreds of comments by morning.

Unbelievable! New student Milly Burnett, with only 600 points, placed in Class A. Are Crestwood High’s strict score standards being ignored in favor of privilege? Has wealth overshadowed merit? Is this fair to those of us who have worked hard? We demand a formal explanation!”

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How is it fair that someone with just 600 points is in Class A? I got 670 points, and I’m in Class C! It’s not right!”

You have to wonder if she really earned 600 points. It’s suspicious that her score matches the admission. cutoff exactly.

Stop arguing. Did you notice her last name? It’s Burnett. She comes from a wealthy family!

Rich? If she’s well–off, she should go to Bullard High nearby, where money matters more than grades!

attracting more participants and causing

the phone back to Allison and whispered.

bewildered. She blinked and asked, “Why don’t you clarify? They’re saying harsh things

worry, I believe you. You can tackle those complex math problems; they must

in the desk compartment. Then, she retrieved her text book for morning self- study. Milly

asking, “Huh?

scored 600 points by choice, not because I couldn’t score higher. As

rumors…

Minute of Restraint

released,

mocking whispers in the classroom,

+5 Pearl:

she were

class remained skeptical, and

bragging; only

murmur. He gripped

do? Didn’t they have enough homework or a final exam to occupy their time? Why did they have so much

collect your chemistry test papers. Failure to complete it

whispering gossipers to hastily focus on

teacher, who also serves as the grade director, has a reputation for being strict. Skipping his assignments could result in a reprimand, but for more serious offenses, you might find yourself giving a speech at

help but smile when he

thought crossed his mind, causing him to retract his smile. He wasn’t helping Milly; he was simply collecting homework. If Milly were to

case, we are seeing each other daily, and I’m her brother. I shouldn’t be too petty. But

minutes. No, three minutes… hmm… one

cool for one minute before

He casually glanced at the

sound of