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?

you... sigh,"

the Austenberg team from Lone

to resent Flora. It was bad enough she had caused this mess, but she claimed the

face a mix of disbelief and pity.

the paper and

with

scoring zero is easy? It's harder than getting full marks

want to make a big deal out of this. I gave you a chance, but you didn't take

escaped Flora's lips. She lifted her eyes, a

sharp. "You're trying to deceive

paper is fake?" Kruz quickly

Flora narrowed her eyes, her voice icy.

already prepared her strategy, her confidence unshaken.

perfectly. How can