Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 216

Chapter 216

Matt frowned and glanced at Eliza again.

Eliza lowered her head even further.

Seeing Matt’s reaction, Medea couldn’t help but smile inwardly.

Matt did value academic credentials, and upon learning that Medea had a PhD from a prestigious school, he engaged in more conversation with her.

ince she had mentioned that paper, Matt casually presented a question–one from this year’s Math Olympiad competition and asked Medea to solve it.

Medea, eager to show her ability, accepted the challenge, carefully studying the problem.

I was a high–level Math Olympiad question.

he hesitated, not writing anything down immediately, deeply focused on solving it.

alvin, noticing her pause, glanced at her and asked, “Has it been too long since you last did these? Feeling a bit out of practice?”

ledea smiled awkwardly. “You caught me. It’s been a while since I solved problems like this. It’s a bit difficult for me.”

understand,” Matt responded. “After all, practice makes perfect. Most people, once they get busy with work, lose the ability to focus on these types of

roblems.”

abe, also curious, glanced at the question. “It is indeed a tough one.”

latt asked him. “How about you give it a try?”

abe quickly waved his hand in refusal. “Academician Matt, please don’t put me in a spot. It’s been years since I’ve touched these things, and my mind isn’t as sarp as it used to be.”

Being that no one could solve the problem, Matt seemed a bit disappointed.

e was about to take back the question when Medea, noticing Eliza hadn’t said anything and had been silently watching, decided to provoke her.

! times like this, Eliza chose not to participate.

he was dever enough not to jump into something she couldn’t contribute to.

fedea, seeing this, couldn’t resist

President Grant, would you like to give it a try?

liza, caught off guard by the sudden challenge, furrowed her brows. A trace of impatience flickered in her eyes.

fatt turned to her as well “Eliza, why not give it a shot?

efore liza could respond, Medea spoke up again sorry, I didn’t mean to put you on the spot. President Grant Maybe you should leave it to Aralemin

he superiority in her tone was so palpable, it seemed like the whole golf course couldnt contain it

liza hadn’t been interested in the challenge at first

But when someone insisted on making a scene, she had no reason to hold back

So, just before Matt could take back the question, Eliza snatched the piece of paper.

Everyone in the room froze for a second

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711 give it a try.”

With those words. Eliza calmly took the paper from Medea’s hands.

Medea paused, her eyes flashing with a trace of mockery.

How dare she!

Did she really think she could solve an Olympiad–level problem?

But she was more than happy to watch Eliza dig her own grave.

However, she maintained a friendly expression and said, “President Grant, don’t overdo it. Math Olympiad problems test one’s cognitive ability, and there’s no room for shortcuts.”

Her words were obviously loaded with meaning.

she was practically implying that Eliza’s success in business had been achieved through shortcuts and underhanded tactics.

ven Gabe, who had been watching, furrowed his brow, finding her words a bit harsh.

le was about to speak up in defense of Eliza when he saw Eliza pick up the pen and start writing on the paper with surprising speed.

ler hand moved fluidly, and the entire process was done with remarkable calmness.

jabe was stunned for a moment and forgot to speak.

Medea also noticed, and her sneer grew more evident.

he was acting quite convincingly.

he realized that Eliza was someone who loved to pretend to be calm.

o put it bluntly, she had thick skin.

irst, she intimidated others to gain their attention.

ike right now, both Matt and Gabe were focused on Eliza,

haite calculating

fedes hoped that when the truth came out, Eliza wouldn’t run away in embarrassment.

is Medea turned hark to speak to Calvin, she realized he was also paying attention to Eliza.

hough his expression remained cool, his focus was sharp.

ven when Medea was looking at him, he didn’t notice, and his brow subtly lifted.

Medea’s heart sank inexplicably, and she was about to speak when Eliza, having finished, calmly said, “Alright, academician Atalt what do you think?

Gabe was surprised. “That quickly?”

Eliza had finished in just five minutes?

Even Medea was stunned.

Matt took the paper with the answer, adjusted his glasses, and carefully examined It

After reviewing Eliza’s thought process, steps, and final answer….

After a moment, he looked up in pleasant surprise. “That’s right! Perfect! And your approach is even better than the solution and by this year’s Math (ilympiad

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champion!”

At hearing this, Medea’s pupils shook with disbelief.

How could this be?

How could Eliza solve this problem correctly?

Matt, delighted, chatted with Gabe. “After the competition, this problem was posted on the official website, inviting people worldwide to solve it. One of the solutions submitted by a netizen was identical to Eliza’s approach!”

Medea, still in shock, suddenly realized what had happened.

io Eliza’s solution was copied from an online post!

he almost got away with pretending to be brilliant!

However, Medea had no time to expose her, as she had come here with a specific purpose.

he wanted to make a good impression on Gabe.

ince Gabe had been cold to her earlier, she thought of a way to bridge the gap.

I heard Mr. Serrano is quite fond of golf. I’m confident in my skills. How about we have a round together?”

lefore she could continue, Calvin spoke up for her.

nyone who had done a background check on Gabe knew that he was passionate about golf.

hat’s why Calvin took this route.

Sure. When you two weren’t here, I was telling Academician Matt how I was worried the game wouldn’t be enjoyable because he’s had some back problems ately.”

Jíza immediately asked, “Is your lumbar pain acting up again? Could it be from sitting too long?”

No, it’s not that,” Matt quickly denied.

I know a great traditional Chinese doctor who specializes in treating lumbar problems. I’ll take you to see him sometime.”

Medea, while handing Calvin a golf club, overheard Eliza speaking to Matt,

fer eyelids flicked up in disdain.

he was really good at flattering people.

Matt hated seeing doctors, and hearing Eliza suggest a visit inade his expression change.

Mind your own business!”

Eliza sighed inwardly

This stubborn old man, why was he still so averse to seeing a doctor?

Medea almost laughed out loud when she heard Malt’s response.

Wasn’t Eliza supposed to be good at reading people?

How could she not see that Matt despised her?

She was clearly pretending not to notice!

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ler face really was thick!

fedea felt a bit contemptuous.

Calv, use this club. I’ve cleaned it for you,” Medea said, in a good mood as she handed him the club.

he also straightened his collar and said with a playful tone, “Good luck!”

abe glanced at Eliza, who was sitting next to Matt. “President Grant, aren’t you going to play?”

m not very good at golf. I’d be embarrassed to play in front of Mr. Serrano.”

hat’s no problem. Let’s play together. We’ll form a two–on–two team.”

edea raised her eyebrows, a trace of mockery crossing her lips.

d Eliza even know how to play golf?

Lis was an expensive sport, and with Eliza’s background, she probably couldn’t afford to learn.

lot very good” was just an excuse.

le truth was, she probably couldn’t play at all!

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