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," sighed

and ban the Austenberg

but she claimed the scores were

answer sheet, his face a mix of disbelief and pity. What kind of luck did

could step on the paper and score higher than

with that

tone was serious. "Do you think scoring zero is easy? It's harder than getting full

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

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

voice was cold and sharp. "You're trying to deceive us

saying this paper

Flora narrowed her eyes, her voice icy.

already prepared her

How