Resurrecting the Genius Within

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Eleanor reclined comfortably in her seat, her face beaming with pride. Tm not sure if Isabelle will be able to get into university, but Layla assured me that she’s definitely going to be accepted into Taragon University, right Layla?”

Without her daughter’s constant reminders about keeping her Taragon University admission a secret, she would have seized the opportunity to flaunt her achievement in front of everyone.

Are y

you serious. Layla? You will get accepted into Taragon University?” William exclaimed, his face beaming with excitement and surprise.

William saw his children as his hope as someone who had experienced poverty for a significant portion of his life and had been looked down upon by his wife and brothers. The academic achievements of his son and second daughter had always been a source of pride for him. For someone from a lower–class background like himself, seeing his child get into Taragon University and achieve success in the future was the greatest joy.

“I’ve been studying really hard, Dad, Layla smiled. “I’ve been working until midnight every day lately. I know all the questions on the exam, so getting accepted into Taragon University won’t be a problem.”

Eleanor sat up even straighter after Layla finished speaking. It was the first time she had seen such a radiant glow on her face after so many years of marriage to the Jenkins family.

“Fantastic! Fantastic! This is amazing.” William was so overwhelmed that he was on the verge of tears and felt so touched that he couldn’t utter a word.

Ethan caught Layla’s gaze, and she felt a little guilty.

“Really? Getting into Taragon University is a big deal,” Sean, who occupied the main seat, laughed heartily and generously. “If you get into Taragon University, I’ll give you a big present.”

Layla, who had become the centre of attention, was secretly thrilled to receive Sean’s affirmation. “Thank you, Uncle Sean.”

Kimberly took apart the stage with displeasure. She couldn’t stand Eleanor’s arrogance and quickly retaliated, “Anyone can talk big. Let’s wait until you’re in the same position. It would be amusing if you ended up humiliating yourself.”

She then focused on Ethan’s injury and asked, “How is Ethan’s foot doing? With the advances in medical technology, there might be a chance to cure it in a bigger city. If he’s handicapped for life, how will he find a job and a partner down the road? This injury will impede his future prospects, even if he gets admitted to a prestigious university.”

Ethan was taken aback when he sensed his elder’s sudden hostility. It came out of nowhere, and he was left stunned. His hand under the table balled into a fist in embarrassment.

Kimberly succeeded in hurting Eleanor with her words. Before Eleanor could respond, a light but cold voice spoke up first.

“If you’re so concerned, don’t just talk about it. Cough. Fifteen thousand dollars for my brother’s foot treatment, and he’ll remember your kindness.

“You’re really asking for that much? Kids like you don’t know the value of money. I have a family to cunnart and can’t iner hand out euch!

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dollars or seven thousand five hundred dollars will

for

thousand five hundred dollars would suffice, she wouldn’t give them a penny. It was too embarrassing for Kimberly to admit that she

remained silent for quite some

pretend to care and prod at people’s pain,” she said.

everyone at the table. William was taken aback. “Isabelle,

the other hand, were secretly pleased. Although

Tom slammed the table and stood up, pointing angrily at

your daughter some manners. She is speaking to her elders in this

from a poor family?” sneered Kimberly’s son,

was emotionless as she looked at the three of them, her cold eyes exuding an indescribable and menacing

aura.

saying, “I’m very sorry, Kimberly. Children do not always understand. Please calm down

Ethan, who stood beside her, sensed

intention of doing anything.” Isabelle flashed a smile at Ethan and

day that we come

Sean, who had

to give in. She knew that

dishes were being served, Sean’s daughter noticed Layla secretly taking pictures

at Layla’s actions, but her remark caught Kimberly’s attention. Without any hesitation, Kimberly swifily moved her dish towards Layla and said, “Here, Layla,

looks

for the future Taragon University students to take a picture before

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feel. It’s tough for you to eat here. so don’t feel ashamed”

and keep taking pictures if you want. We’re

messing around, Aunty,” Layla said, her face flushing with

again once she starts her studies at Taragon

just about to mention that a few days ago, while they were in Taragon City, the head of Taragon University had treated them to a fancy restaurant that

her words, her daughter Layla gave her a nudge.

to conceal this wonderful thing, for it was

her daughter’s repeated warnings, Eleanor, who lacked a formal education, couldn’t quite grasp the subtleties of

pretend to be someone else. Do you even know your own worth?” Kimberly rolled

crazy, Sean replied, slouching in his chair while patting his bulging

Kimberly exclaimed.

revealed the price, Eleanor

expensive, one thousand five hundred dollars per bottle. William, it would help if you tried some too,” he told the

hesitantly:

“I think I’ll pass on this drink. You

be silly. Just give it a try. It’s not like it will break the bank, and you always drink that cheap