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Resurrecting the Genius Within (Calypso Rain) novel Chapter 43

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The first exam was English

As the test papers were handed out, she calmly answered the questions while pens scratched frantically on paper around her

The other students were struggling, looking up at the clock in desperation

But Isabelle remained composed, unfazed by the tense atmosphere. Her poise made her stand out from the crowd

She quickly glanced at the essay topic when she finished the last question

To the invigilator’s surprise and disapproval, Isabelle handed in her paper early

Isabelle was immediately surrounded by reporters as she exited the school gate

However, she skillfully evaded them and noticed a young boy standing under a nearby tree

The boy noticed her and quickly walked over under the scorching sun

Isabelle, did you submit your paper early?” 

Yes.” 

Aren’t you going home?Isabelle looked at his flushed face from the heat

No. How did you do? Was it difficult?” 

It was all right.” Isabelle was panting as she spoke, which reassured Ethan. However, she added, I didn’t do the essay part.” 

You didn’t do it?” 

Ethan was stunned

You missed out on sixty points?” 

Isabelle’s performance in other subjects was unknown to Ethan, but he knew she was good at math

Ethan thought it was over

Isabelle sensed his apprehension and reassured him, It won’t affect my admission to Taragon University.” 

Last year, the admission score for Taragon University was 685, and with a total score of 750, losing 60 points directly will not bode well for your admission. You would have to make up for the lost marks in other subjects. Is that possible?” 

Why n not?Isabelle responded nonchalantly, leading Ethan to a decentlooking restaurant near the school. Let’s grab a bite first.” 

As the dishes were being served, the school bell rang, signalling the start of the exams, and students started leaving the premises one after the other. The restaurant quickly filled up with customers

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Mike and his family also made their way to the restaurant, Peter had already reserved a table for them. Upon arrival, Mike noticed the Jenkins siblings seated by the window upstairs

How did the exam go, Mike?Peter inquired with a worried tone

“It was much more difficult than last year’s, Mike replied truthfully. Having studied the previous year’s exam papers, he had a basis for comparison

The other students who joined them at the dining table were also grumbling about the difficulty of the questions they faced during the exam. Some of them were so overwhelmed that they burst into tears

Peter consoled his son as a caring father and said, Don’t feel pressured, son.” 

Observing the situation, Ethan lost his appetite upon seeing his fellow students crying and moaning about 

the test

He asked Isabelle, Why didn’t you write the essay?” 

Mike’s family happened to be sitting near the Jenkins siblings. Even though Ethan lowered his voice, Mike overheard him but overlooked his remarks

Isabelle responded, I’m too lazy to write so many words, and the essay requires a realistic approach.” 

Realism? Write about her career as a killer? Or her luxurious lifestyle in her spare time? Or the experiences of being bullied from childhood to adulthood? Or how her soul was reborn

Mike’s attention shifted towards Isabelle, not because he had any specific reason, but simply because he considered her incapable. He had noticed her submitting her paper ahead of time and departing from the examination hall early. He assumed that she would complete the essay

How about creating a story? You can still earn twenty or thirty points, even if it could be better. Who knows how many people are separated by just one point in the college entrance exam?” 

Isabelle smiled nervously and confessed, I’m not good at telling stories.” 

Isabelle noticed Ethan’s worried and somewhat angry expression, so she grabbed some food for him and asked, Hey if I don’t do well on my test, do I still have a shot at getting into Taragon University?” 

Ethan felt a wave of relief wash over him at her words

However, they didn’t know that Layla had sabotaged Isabelle’s chances of attending Taragon University

Mike noticed Isabelle’s words and couldn’t resist glancing towards her again. However, Isabelle didn’t return the look, as if she never even saw him

Meanwhile, Ethan gave him a complicated expression at first

You staring at something, son? Finish your meal first and then get some rest, Peter advised his son while serving him food

Isabelle submitted her math, science, and language exam papers within the allotted time. She was the first to leave the examination hall

Meanwhile, Ethan had been reading complaints online from students in various cities, stating that this year’s college entrance exam was the most difficultlmost a decade. He lost hope when he saw Isabelle 

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emerge from the exam hall, as she was always the first. Fortunately, Isabelle had been guaranteed admission to Taragon University

After the last exam, Ethan waited at the school gate with a bouquet of flowers. Reporters asked him. whether he was picking up his girlfriend or a classmate

Ethan replied expressionlessly. I’m picking up my sister.” 

As soon as Isabelle came out, she saw Ethan holding the flowers

He handed the flowers to her and said bluntly, Here.” 

What?Isabelle didn’t take them and looked at him with a smile

For you.” 

Why are you giving me flowers?” 

Ethan felt awkward, his face unnaturally flushed as he said, Everyone else is doing it, so let’s celebrate!” 

Isabelle chuckled, no longer teasing him, and accepted the flowers

Thanks

Isabelle suddenly recalled that someone might have given her flowers before but couldn’t quite remember. Come to think of it, this might be the first time someone’s given me flowers,’ she said

If she recalled correctly, that mischievous Yves had given her flowers

However, it wasn’t a formal gesture, nor was it to commemorate a special occasion

He had playfully handed her a red rose at a few dances. They never exchanged such lighthearted gifts between them

Ethan pursed his lips, suppressing a smile

Isabelle was surrounded by reporters who were curious about her take on this year’s exams

Hey, you always seem to be the first to finish and leave for every subject. Many people say that this year’s questions are the hardest they’ve ever been. What are your thoughts on the difficulty? Would you be willing to share with us?” 

Isabelle replied indifferently, If you have hands, you can do it.” 

However, Ethan knew Isabelle struggled with science and left her English composition blank

He wanted to remind her to be captious with her answers, mainly since the Internet can quickly spread her words and results. If her scores are unsatisfactory, she could become a target of online backlash

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