Chapter 20
Chapter 20 The servant returned quickly with the rest papers and delivered them to Noelles study upstairs ..
Jumping straight to senior year tests ? What is that girl thinking ! Kimberly muttered , glancing nervously toward the staircase .
Leia also thought Noelle was out of her mind but kept up her usual facade .
Mom , maybe Noelles been studying all these years .
You should have a little faith in her , she said with a forced smile Leia , youre still defending her , huh ? Just admit it Noelle out of her mind , Damon said bluntly .
Damon … Lela pretended to scold him , though inwardly , she couldnt agree more .
Eli , however , stayed quiet .
He thought the whole thing was ridiculous , but Damons harshness made him hold back .
Seriously , whats up with her ? Does she think shes a genius or something ! he wondered .
An hour and a half later , Shiloh and Noelle came downstairs .
Bouncing into the living room , Noelle spotted Eli and the others .
Oh , everyones here ! Eli , Im starving .
Lets have roast chicken , she said , waving cheerfully .
El rolled his eyes Kimberly , ignoring Noelles antics , turned to Shiloh with concern .
Ms.
West , how did Noelle do on the tests ? Shiloh seemed dazed .
She blinked a few times before replying mechanically , Mrs.
Anderson , your daughter is extraordinary .
I dont think theres anything left for me to teach her .
Kimberly froze , her mind jumping to the worst conclusion .
Did Noelle frustrate Ms.
West so much that shes giving up ? she wondered .
Lela nearly burst out laughing but held it in .
Wow , Noelle .
You actually outdid yourself .
I thought it would take a day to scare off Ms.
West , but you managed it in half the time ! she thought .
Noelle , look what youve done , Damon said , clearly annoyed .
All the Anderson children were supposed to be outstanding , but now it seemed like Noelle had embarrassed the family .
If people heard their tutor had walked out , it would be humiliating .
What did I do ? Noelle asked , genuinely confused .
She thought theyd be impressed , not upset , Hi , his expression dark , stepped forward and pinched Noelles check .
Noelle , what did you say to upset Ms.
West ? Apologizel Ow ! Why should I apologize ! Noelle protested , rubbing her cheek .
She didnt understand why they were all acting so strangely .
Before things escalated , Shiloh quickly stepped in Wait , theres been a misunderstanding .
Im not not upset .
Miss Noelle Anderson is exceptional .
She just took senior year mock exams and scored perfect marks in every subject .
With her current ability , she could easily top any test .
The room went silent .
What ? Kimberlys voice broke the silence , a mix of shock and joy .
Ms.
West , are you saying Noelle got perfect scores in every subject ? Thats impossible , Damon said flatly , staring at Noelle as if shed grown another head .
Her Noelle Leias lips trembled , her mind racing .
She couldnt believe what she was hearing Is this real ? Eli asked , stunned but starting to feel a flicker of pride .
If it was true , Noelle might actually join him and Leia at Eston University Under their astonished gazes .
Noelle puffed out her chest and put her hands on her hips .
I told you Im smart ! Senior year tests ! Piece of cake ! You mustve memorized the answers beforehand .
Damon said , still unwilling to believe it I did not Noelle pouted indignantly .
Damon turned to Shiloh , looking to her for confirmation .
9:25 AM Chapter 20 Shiloh had considered this possibility .
After Noelle finished the mock exams , she gave Noelle extra questions she couldnt have prepared for Noelle answered all of them perfectly , clearing any suspicion of cheating .
Well Miss Noelle Andersons scores are entirely her own .
Shiloh said with a nod Damon was left speechless .
Eli quickly turned to Kimberly .
Mom , if Noelles already at this level , why not pull some strings and get her into Eston University ? Yes , absolutely , Kimberly said , nodding enthusiastically .
Til talk to your father as soon as hes home She still couldnt wrap her head around it her daughter , who had dropped out of middle school , had not only caught up but also completely aced senior year material The news of Noelles perfect scores quickly spread through the Anderson family .
Really Noelle got perfect scores ? Vincent asked , surprised .
ally ? Noelle Adriel nodded thoughtfully .
If someone like Shiloh confirmed it , then theres no way she cheated .
Bennett looked at at Noelle with a curious smile .
So this little ones a genius , huh ? Youd never guess just by looking at her .
cool .
Guess you really cant judge a book by its cover .
Charlie leaned back , his tone c Damon , sitting off to the side , sulked in silence .
Eli unable to contain his excitement , turned to his father .
Dad , even though admissions are closed , we can still get her into Eston University , right ? A donation should do it .
Damon scoffed , Do you think thats just a donation ! Getting her in would cost at least two buildings thats over 3 million dollars .
So what ? Eli shot back .
Didnt Dad spend more than that on your car when you joined the racing team ! How is that the same ? Damon snapped .
Im a world champion racer in my first year of racing .
Can she pull that off ? Enough Vincent cut in , his voice firm .
He prided himself on his childrens accomplishments , and while he hadnt thought much of Noelle before , her positive attitude and now her academic achievement had earned his attention .
Looking at the family , Vincent declared , If Noelle has the ability to succeed , she deserves the best opportunities .
Ill have someone arrange her admission tomorrow .
Thanks , Dad ! Eli grinned and turned to Noelle , who was busy munching on roast chicken .
Hey , stop eating and thank Dad ? Noelle paused mid laite , wiped her hands , and smiled brightly at Vincent .
Thank you , Dad ! Yeah , Vincent replied .
Whether it was because of Noelles perfect scores or not , he now found even her sauce covered face endearing .
Well done .
Noelle .
Noelle beamed .
Its all because of you and Mom .
Youre both so smart , so of course , Im smart as well ! Kimberly cluickled .
This girls words are sweeter than honey Vincent laughed , clearly pleased .
Since youre heading to university , go shopping tomorrow .
My daughter cant go out looking second rate Youre the best , Dad ! Noelle said , flashing another wide grin .
Good girl Vincent nodded approvingly .
Leia , ignored on the sidelines , clenched her fists .
Her heart burned with anger as she glared at Noelle .
That brown nosing brat .
And Mom and Dad just eat it up ! How shallow can they be ? she That night , after getting ready for bed .
Noelle called her fiancé .
Nicolas , to share the news .
As soon as the call connected , her voice bubbled with excitement .
Nick ! Guess what ? Im going to Eston University soon ! Dad even let me go shopping tomorrow .
He says an Anderson cant lose face .
On the other end .
Nicolass smooth , elegant voice came through , laced with amusement .
Shopping , huh ? Yep ! Noelle chirped .
Which mall ? Nicolas asked casually .
Mom said were going to Ishuman Financial Center , she replied Got it , he said Noelles tone turned hopeful Nick , are you coming ? There was a pa a pause before Nicolas spoke again , his voice playful Do you want me to come ? Of course ! Noelle answered without hesitation .
But Im really busy tomorrow .
I probably wont make it , Nicolas teased .
He imagined Noelle would be disappointed .
Though he couldnt see her .
he could picture her dejected , pouty expression To his surprise , Noelles response came just as quickly , her tone completely casual .
Oh , you cant ! Thats fine then $ : 25 AM