Valedictorian in Liberal Arts?
Gerard actually became the valedictorian in liberal arts!
Not only was Janet stunned.
Even Edna and Darleen beside her were taken aback, their faces turning ghostly pale.
How did Gerard manage to become the valedictorian in liberal arts?
Wasn’t he just an average student?
What in the world happened?
Just moments ago, Edna was basking in the glory of Darleen securing the third rank citywide, but in the blink of an eye, Gerard bagged the title of valedictorian in liberal arts!
Compared to the valedictorian, what's third place worth?
It took Janet a good while to snap back to reality, grabbing the butler's hand, “Are you sure? Did Gerry really become the valedictorian in liberal arts?”
The butler nodded excitedly, “Yes! It’s true! Madam, the young master really did it! A total score of 749 points!”
“Wonderful! Truly wonderful! Gerry has finally made the Lindsay family proud!” Janet’s eyes welled up with excitement, “Quick! Go invite the TV crews in!”
Janet was usually not fond of the media.
The Lindsay family was a prominent dynasty in Capital City, seen as both mysterious and flamboyant by outsiders. Many reality shows had approached Janet for interviews, all of which she declined!
But now things were different.
This time it was Gerard who had topped the exams!
Capital City, neither too large nor too small, had witnessed Gerard emerging from among the masses, a testament to his abilities.
Among all of Janet’s children and grandchildren, not to mention her great-grandchildren, none had ever achieved the title of valedictorian.
Gerard truly was the grandchild she had lovingly raised.
Silent but deadly when it mattered.
With Gerard becoming the valedictorian in liberal arts, Janet felt a shared sense of honor.
The butler quickly scurried off to invite the reporters inside.
Janet then instructed the other servants, “Quick, prepare some fruit and snacks! And, get some cash gifts ready, too. Not sure how many people will come; better prepare plenty! Oh, and when you’re off duty, each of you go to the butler for a cash gift!”
“Thank you, madam.”
The servants hustled, plunging the Lindsay household into a joyous frenzy.
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