Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

"Aunt Abbey, see for yourself," Flora's voice was steady as she handed over the paper.

Abbey unfolded the sheet on the table, and both Mr. Tanner and Selene leaned in closely. In the name section, "Flora" was boldly written. The answer sheet was covered in big red X's-every single question marked wrong. "Zero? Really?" Amanda's eyes widened in disbelief.

Could Flora's performance be this poor?

Mr. Tanner scrutinized the paper, comparing each question and answer meticulously. Every single one was incorrect. He recognized Flora's handwriting; it matched the script on the paper perfectly.

So, this was indeed her test?

A cold shiver ran down Mr. Tanner's spine. This was disastrous...

"Minister! I told you not to recheck, but you wouldn't listen!" Debra's voice cracked with frustration. "What's the point? Flora still scored zero!"

"Flora's ruined us!"

Apart from Selene, the rest of the Austenberg team looked ashen. They had advised Mr. Tanner against a recheck, but he had insisted. Now, the result was out, and it was still zero. They were not only embarrassed again, but they had also completely angered Abbey. How could they ever set foot on Lone Island again?

sigh," sighed

the

began to resent Flora. It was bad enough she had caused this mess, but she claimed the scores were falsified and didn't stop Mr. Tanner from rechecking. They were

face a mix of

on the paper and score higher

with that

think scoring zero is easy? It's harder than getting full marks Flora's ability to avoid every Correct answer is something

pity in her eyes. "Flora, I didn't want to make a big deal out of this. I gave you a chance, but you didn't

lips. She lifted her eyes, a chilling light flickering in

and sharp. "You're trying to deceive us with a fake

paper is fake?" Kruz quickly

her

prepared her strategy, her confidence unshaken. "This is clearly

perfectly. How can