A Film Queen

Chapter 156 Top of the Nation

The older man always had a way of scolding everyone as though they were under his command. Those around him got used to his style.

Crestfallen University’s and Crestfield University’s admission departments also needed to be in better shape.

Shaking, he announced. “That’s it. Milly got seven hundred forty–nine point five, just half a point shy of perfect. She’s not only leading our province, but she’s also the best across the whole country.”

At that declaration, a hush fell over the living room.

Even Philip, his aged fingers winding through his prayer beads, stopped cold as if he needed to hear it again, confused, “Which place? It can’t be out of a thousand, right?”

Jordan was the quickest to clear things up, “The highest score is seven hundred and fifty, so with Milly’s seven hundred forty–nine point five, she’s barely missed being perfect but still tops the country.”

Philip sipped his tea, trying to wrap his head around the news, mumbling, “Top scorer in the country.”

Jordan looked at him, expressionless, explaining the weight of Milly’s achievement, “It’s like being the number one scholar back in the day.”

The news made Philip’s handshake, spilling some of his tea.

The older man might not be familiar with today’s slang, but he understood the importance of being the top student. Back in his day, it meant donning a unique cap and gown and receiving cheers and applause from the entire community.

While it might not be that glorious today, it still carries immense pride for the family.

“Really, the top scorer? The whole country’s top scorer?” Philip asked again, finding it hard to believe.

Seeing Philip’s change in attitude, the staff from Crestfallen University spoke with more assurance, “Yes, she’s the country’s top scorer. Once the results are public, expect the media to come knocking for

interviews.”

in response, leaving everyone else puzzled by

be excited about learning their child is

rich live differently, navigating through storms yet easily keeping

everyone could stay calm. Jonathan was so overjoyed that he jumped up and started running around Milly like a hyper dog, his eyes shining

slightly swollen forehead from his vigorous celebration, corrected. “Only first place, not a

“First place means champion! You’re the champion! And that’s way better than those who think they’re something special for placing fifth nationally. Pfft, as

that!”

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slowly, and even

“What’s so hard to believe? Milly is just that

as if his core beliefs were crumbling then and

Milly, defiantly facing his taller brother, “What’s wrong?

believe Xavier would dare to even

he’d definitely teach Xavier a lesson

another round of confrontation, Jordan cut in before their grandfather could lose his temper, sternly telling Jonathan, “Jonathan,

heated, retorted, “Hmph, but

momentarily until Xavier eventually stormed off with a

eyes,

indignation, Jonathan was gearing up to go over to

Jonathan was hit by a

as he started to stammer out an apology, “I’m sorry, Jordan. I won’t do it again. I’ll go say sorry

just gave a soft “Hmm” followed by “Your allowance will

eyes lit up. “Really? For

a stern look, Jordan warned, “Ask one more time

“Alright,” Jonathan agreed quickly.

walking away, Xavier found himself wrestling with his pride. He couldn’t stand being outdone, even though he knew

seemed to pass right over Anthony, though. He nervously approached the admissions office counter and asked, “Could you check if my exam

out meant not being able to study

if she was bullied by a