The valedictorian was from their class.
Not only that, but their very own Anthea was nothing more than a class clown in comparison.
Bain’s voice dripped with sarcasm, and Waldron replied with a chuckle, “Don’t worry, even without your well-wishes, our class champ Yeager will top the charts! And he’ll definitely outscore your buddy Philip!”
Bain couldn’t help but laugh, lifting his cup of tea, “I’ll be watching closely.”
The top student of the year was theirs, and without copying anyone, could Anthea really outdo him?
That seemed like a fairy tale!
“I’ll be watching alright,” Waldron wasn’t intimidated by Bain.
Bain put down his textbook, “Just hope, Mr. Waldron, you won’t be too embarrassed to show your face!”
“Whoever hides, is the loser!”
Bain nodded, “Glad to hear you say that.”
Waldron was smug now, but wait till the final exam scores came out. Bain wondered how he’d face anyone then.
Bain squinted his eyes.
When school was out for the day.
Nobody wanted to leave.
Everyone spontaneously stayed back in the classroom, walking up to Anthea one by one to thank her.
Though Anthea had only been with them for a semester, her place in their hearts was undoubtedly on par with Mr. Waldron, their class advisor.
Anthea had helped them immensely throughout the term.
“Boss Yeager, it’s almost graduation. I hate to see you go.”
“Boss Yeager, don’t forget us after you graduate.”
“......”
The atmosphere grew increasingly sentimental.
Anthea stood up with a smile, “All good things come to an end, but rest assured, I’ll always remember you all, and our time in senior year, class 7. Here’s to acing our exams and getting into our dream colleges.”
Then, Anthea and everyone gathered for a group photo.
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