1. A Test from Mister Harper

“Unfortunately, other children can also tell stories. Isn’t there something more special that you can show?” Rowan Harper raised an

eyebrow.

“Louis is good at counting.”

“No, you’re the smarter one, Emily.”

Before the twins argued, Rowan tested them with simple mathematical operations. Amazingly, the twins always answered quickly and precisely. Then, he tested their numeracy skills with more complicated cases. Again, the questions given seemed easy for them.

“Last question. One of our subsidiaries plans to add computers. The research department needs 8, IT needs 5, marketing needs 3, and administration needs 2. But, the available budget is only enough to buy 16 high-end computers of the same type. What should we do?”

Louis and Emily looked at each other. They didn’t expect to encounter such a problem.

“The total required is 18.”

“That’s right, 2 units more than budgeted.”

Rowan Harper secretly smiled proudly. Such a small kids could already discuss things beyond their age? Truly extraordinary!

“Sir, may we ask you something?” Emily looked up. “Why do marketing and administration departments need additional computers?”

“The marketing department needs to conduct market research and process data, while administration needs to manage documents.”

ley don’t have to use high-

specifation computers for those light tasks, unlike research and IT departments.”

Emily elbowed Louis in the arm. “Specification, Louis, not specifation.”

“Yes, that’s what I mean.”

Rowan Harper’s laughter suddenly filled the air. In his entire life, it was the first time he had encountered such amazing children.

“Great! Very great! It would be an honor for our company to be able to pay for the schooling of children as genius as you two.”

“So, can we take part in the selection?” Louis asked enthusiastically.

door to come closer. After the official announcement, contact

and Emily laughed

before running around

worker bees

buzz buzz, the queen bee will definitely be very happy.”

the twins’ behavior, Rowan sighed lightly. He understood. Even though Louis and

hadn’t put off getting married, I would have had great- grandchildren at their

the jury is waiting for your

after receiving a message from a

ear.

Instead of taking a step, he straightened up

their judgment. I have more important thing

now.”

turned to a burly

back.

That boy must be urged. He won’t be able to

***

lost in thought looking at the

there. Neither Vivian nor

not moved to find a

a new secretary? Maybe, I would stop looking out the desk

need to find a way to keep my

“Philip!”

an instant, a bodyguard came into

Hasn’t the administrative staff

Sir. I’ll contact

brows, Frank waved him off. The guard disappeared from sight and closed the

it so gloomy today?” Frank grumbled. He was really angry. He hadn’t produced anything all day.

this, I’d better just attend

widened. He couldn’t believe what came out of his mouth.

be crazy because that

these quiet moments. There is no annoying face or behavior that makes me

perfect working condition. I should

Frank pulled the top document from the stack. Just when he opened the first page, a citrus scent caught his nose. He remembered how swiftly

out duties. Now that she’s not around, why did

Frank. Don’t let that lowly girl overshadow you,” he whispered to himself. His jaw throbbed from

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