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.”

nodded calmly in response, leaving everyone

parents be excited about learning their child

live differently, navigating through storms yet easily keeping

so overjoyed that he jumped up and started running around Milly like a hyper dog, his eyes shining with amazement, “Wow,

down while nursing a slightly swollen forehead

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 if anyone cares

that!”

Top of the

turned pale, his expression freezing over. His eyes lifted slowly, and even the muscles in his

so hard to believe? Milly is just that good,

as if his core

tension, Jonathan boldly stepped before Milly, defiantly facing his taller brother, “What’s

to

definitely teach Xavier a lesson he

of confrontation, Jordan cut in before their grandfather could lose his temper, sternly telling Jonathan, “Jonathan, show some respect to Xavier, and sit

still heated, retorted, “Hmph, but he

until Xavier eventually stormed off with a

retreat, rolled his eyes, and lounged back on the couch,

Jonathan was gearing up to go over to Milly to brag about his daringness,

by a wave

his heart racing as he started to stammer out an apology, “I’m

gave a soft “Hmm” followed by “Your allowance will get a thirty

up. “Really? For

“Ask one more time and forget

“Alright,” Jonathan agreed quickly.

himself wrestling with his pride. He couldn’t stand being outdone, even though he knew it was justified. Regret over how he treated

asked, “Could you check if my exam results are ready? Am I among the top thirty in the

anxiety missing out meant not being

was bullied by a group of girls? Or even worse, targeted by a deceitful