Chapter 41. Good Match

ARDEN

“So, we’re going to have an assessment today,” Miss Loveson announced, her gaze lingering on me from time to time. It seemed that the teachers were aware of the tension in the air as well. “Two weeks after the Ivory Solstice, we will hold a competition in our school, inviting every eligible university to participate in various contests ranging from sports to academics.”

“This assessment will be focused on general knowledge—it’s the main event of all the quiz bees. From both the freshman and senior levels, four representatives will be chosen for this category.”

“Fort, Sienna, please help me distribute the papers,” she instructed. The two of them stood, grabbed their stacks, and began handing them out to the members.

I opted to sit alone at the very back. However, just then, someone abruptly pulled the chair next to me. I initially ignored them, but the persistent glances forced me to acknowledge his presence. With a small sigh, I turned to him.

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