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 else puzzled by his

learning their child is the national

differently, navigating through storms yet easily

around Milly like a hyper dog, his eyes shining with amazement, “Wow,

him down while nursing a slightly swollen forehead from his vigorous celebration,

than those who think they’re something special

that!”

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eyes lifted slowly, and even the muscles in his face

so hard to believe? Milly is just that good, easily

his teeth as if his core beliefs were crumbling

the tension, Jonathan boldly stepped before Milly, defiantly facing his taller brother, “What’s wrong? Can’t stand losing? Thinking about hitting

couldn’t believe Xavier would dare to even look at Milly

and grandfather’s restraining presence, he’d definitely teach

before their grandfather could

retorted, “Hmph, but he

paused momentarily until Xavier eventually stormed off with

retreat, rolled his eyes, and lounged back on

to go over to Milly to brag about his daringness, but then

hit by a wave of

bit, realizing he might have overstepped earlier, his heart racing as he started to stammer out an apology, “I’m sorry, Jordan. I won’t do it again. I’ll

by “Your allowance will get a thirty thousand dollars boost.

eyes lit up. “Really?

warned, “Ask

“Alright,” Jonathan agreed quickly.

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

over Anthony, though. He nervously approached the admissions office counter and asked, “Could you check if my exam results are ready? Am I among the top thirty in the

missing out meant not

with ill intentions? What if she was bullied by a group of girls? Or even worse, targeted by a

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