Chapter 17


    Chapter 17 One Minute of Restraint


    +5 Pearls


    The following day, upon entering the ssroom, Milly noticed that everyone was casting strange


    nces in her direction.


    Taking her seat, she was approached by the student in front of her. She asked in a low voice, “Milly,


    have you checked the blog?”


    Furrowing her brow, Milly adjusted her thick sses and honestly replied, “No, I haven’t.”


    N?velDrama.Org owns this.


    She had been engrossed in studying ancient poetry for the past few days and neglected even


    basic necessities like water, leaving her no time to check her phone.


    She asked, “What’s going on? Has something happened?”


    The ssmate that sat in front of her was Allison Walters, a charming girl with sses and a doll–


    like face.


    Allison hesitated. She pursed her lips and eventually handed her phone to Milly and said, “You


    should see for yourself.”


    The article had gained significant attention since being postedst night. There were hundreds of


    comments by morning.


    Unbelievable! New student Milly But, with only 600 points, ced in ss A. Are Crestwood


    High’s strict score standards being ignored in favor of privilege? Has wealth overshadowed merit? Is


    this fair to those of us who have worked hard? We demand a formal exnation!”


    sis


    How is it fair that someone with just 600 points is in ss A? I got 670 points, and I’m in ss C!


    It’s not right!”


    You have to wonder if she really earned 600 points. It’s suspicious that her score matches the


    admission. cutoff exactly.


    Stop arguing. Did you notice herst name? It’s But. Shees from a wealthy family!


    Rich? If she’s well–off, she should go to Burd High nearby, where money matters more than


    grades!


    The argument escted, attracting more participants and causing Milly a headache.


    Milly slid the phone back to Allison and whispered. Thank you. I understand now.


    Allison was bewildered. She blinked and asked, “Why don’t you rify? They’re saying harsh things


    about you.


    She whispered again, “Don’t worry, I believe you. You can tackle thoseplex math problems;


    they must be mistaken.


    Milly stowed her backpack in the deskpartment. Then, she retrieved her text book for morning


    self- study. Milly smiled and said, “There’s no mistake; I did score 600 points.”


    Allison was shocked, asking, “Huh? But then you…


    Milly calmly replied, “I scored 600 points by choice, not because I couldn’t score higher. As for


    those


    rumors…


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    “When the exam results are released, the truth will speak for itself.


    Her resolute words silenced the mocking whispers in the ssroom, leaving them shocked.


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    Particrly, Milly earned admiration from Allison, who gazed at Milly as if she were an ido. She


    said. “Milly, I’ll always support and believe in you!”


    Nevertheless, half of the ss remained skeptical, and many of them sneered.


    To them, Milly was bragging; only bookworms like Allison would buy it.


    On the sidelines, Anthony overheard the murmur. He gripped the pen tightly until his fingertips


    turned white.


    Don’t these people have something better to do? Didn’t they have enough homework or a final


    exam to upy their time? Why did they have so much energy for gossip?


    “In five minutes, I’ll collect your chemistry test papers. Failure toplete it will be marked as


    iplete homework, Anthony dered coldly.


    His words prompted the whispering gossipers to hastily focus onpleting their assignments.


    The chemistry teacher, who also serves as the grade director, has a reputation for being strict.


    Skipping his assignments could result in a reprimand, but for more serious offenses, you might find


    yourself giving a speech at the Monday g–raising ceremony, which was a truly humiliating


    experience.


    Anthony couldn’t help but smile when he noticed everyone had stopped discussing.


    However, a thought crossed his mind, causing him to retract his smile. He wasn’t helping Milly; he


    was simply collecting homework. If Milly were to thank himter and apologize for forgiveness, he


    wouldn’t mind forgiving her.


    In any case, we are seeing each other daily, and I’m her brother. I shouldn’t be too petty. But given


    how hurtful her words were yesterday. I’ll maintain my


    That’s right, I’ll keep my cool for one minute before forgive her and help her understand her


    mistake!


    Taking a deep breath, he prepared himself and suppressed his smile. He casually nced at the


    girl sitting by the window, who seemed indifferent to everything, engrossed in her books.


    “Chittering!” It was the sound of Anthony’s teeth shing.


    His chest heaved due to his anger. I just helped her, but shepletely ignored me.


    Fine! I won’t care about her anymore in the future. Let’s see how she handles it. Even if she ends


    up crying because of being bullied, I won’t intervene!


    At this moment, the familiar sound of someone kicking the door echoed.


    “Bang!”


    William walked into the ssroom. His bag waszily slung over his shoulder. He surveyed the


    ssroom arrogantly, as if a lion were scanning his territory. Then he saw something, and his eyes


    sparkled with excitement.


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    Chapter 17 One Minute of Restraint


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    To everyone’s surprise, the lion transformed into a puppy. William trotted to Milly’s desk and sat


    down eagerly.


    “Wow, boss, I brought you red bean milk tea. Do you want some? It’s super delicious!”


    The sweet scent filled Milly’s nostrils. She politely declined, “Thank you, but I don’t like things too


    sweet. You should have it.”


    Undeterred by the rejection, William handed the milk tea to a boy at the table before him. After that,


    he approached Milly eagerly. He asked, “Boss, are you studying? Do you want me to check it for


    you?”


    “Boss, are you doing the exercises? Do you want me to teach you? I’m really good at chemistry.


    “Boss, do you want some water? I’ll go get it for you! Do you want it hot or cold?”


    “Boss….


    Unable to take it anymore, Milly stuffed the test paper in his mouth and said, “Shut up! Stop calling


    me boss. We’re not that close. Stay away from me!”


    In recent days, she’s been struggling with her studying, while this guy has been incessantly


    chattering away. I just don’t get it. Are all the girls in this school blind? How can someone so


    clueless be seen as the school’s heartthrob?


    William pulled the exam paper out of his mouth and said solemnly, “Yesterday, we agreed to be a


    united front. You’re myrade now; you can’t abandon me!”


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