I Love You, Miss Genius

Terry took the stage as the contestants looked at him, each sitting on the edge of their seats. He said, "I shall announce the winner of the Scientific Research Competition!"

Trina was so nervous that her nails dug into her palms. Even Toby balled his fists and stared at the professor unblinkingly.

"Congratulations, Toby Davis!"

Toby was on cloud nine while the others were disappointed. The former did his best to contain his excitement as he ascended the stage and accepted his certificate. On the other hand, Trina turned ashen as she fell into deep thought.

'It's over. My grand plot for revenge has ended before it could even start. I won't get another shot as easy as this one to make something of myself.'

The host passed a microphone to Toby, who asked, "If I may, Professor Terry, when can I start my internship in the research institute?"

must still prioritize your studies here, young man. So, you'll have to come in every

"All right, that's great!"

Wednesday so I can enter the place of my dreams three days from now. I'll finally meet Ms. Bonita, the pillar of the world of scientific research!

like a lost soul as she returned

so soon, sweety? Did the competition end?

Trina simply hung her head and gritted

anything? Are you pretending

intelligent, cunning, and gifted, especially in scientific research. A former professor of Pyralis University even supported her generously and

more she asked, the paler Trina became. Ultimately, Gresham sensed something was wrong and asked,

streamed down Trina's cheeks a moment later, and her mother's face fell. Then, the latter slumped into the couch and muttered,

told all our relatives that you participated in the competition and would wipe the floor with everyone else. I can't believe you lost. What am I supposed to tell them now? How can I face them?!" The butler led a