Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 1275

However, as long as Helen didn't achieve a perfect score, Edmund wouldn't back down.

Hunter's expression shifted uneasily, his gray eyebrows furrowing with frustration.

Given that Tristan had only scored 104 on the exam and the final question included material that hadn't been covered yet, it seemed highly unlikely that anyone could achieve a perfect score.

It was clear that Edmund was intentionally setting a trap for Helen.

Just as Hunter was about to object, Edmund interrupted him. "Mr. Reddick, my request is entirely reasonable. Although Helen might be a victim in this tampering incident, we need to recognize that people are social beings, and unexpected problems can affect anyone.

"Sometimes, luck can play as big a role as skill. If Helen can't achieve a perfect score and demonstrate her true ability to stay in the specialized preparatory program, I can't agree to let her remain based solely on her current test score."

With both sides presenting convincing arguments, the situation reached an impasse.

"Then let's not waste any more time," Helen said abruptly, standing up and twirling her felt-tip pen. "Mr. Reddick, do you have an extra test paper and answer sheet?"

"Yes," Hunter said, nodding blankly.

"Should I take the test at the podium so the whole class can supervise, or would you prefer I stay in my own seat?" Helen asked calmly.

"It's up to you."

"Take it at the podium!"

Hunter and Edmund spoke in unison, each exchanging a glance with the other.

"The study abroad spots are allocated through fair competition among all students. If you want to stay, you'll need to endure the scrutiny of the entire class," Edmund added.

After a brief pause, Helen responded nonchalantly, "Okay."

Upon reaching the final question and seeing the densely filled answer box, Edmund swallowed nervously. He walked to the podium to retrieve the answer key, intent on comparing the answers.

The results quickly erased the smile from his face.

Every answer was correct.

Even the application problem that had stumped both him and Hunter was solved perfectly.

Although Helen used basic physics concepts, the process was still fairly complex. Nonetheless, each step was logically precise and executed methodically, leaving no room for error.

As Edmund clutched the answer sheet, his hand grew increasingly cold. A disorienting hum filled his mind, leaving him feeling lightheaded. In that instant, the formulas on the paper seemed to swirl and blur before his eyes.

Helen was truly an academic genius.