Chapter 88 Invite Me Back
Cameron said, “You’re going to invite me back to Langford Academy so I can continue my studies.” She deliberately emphasized the word “invite”
‘Invite you back to Langford Academy? Did I hear that right?” William asked, finding her words absurd. He assumed it was a real deal, but it turned out she was trying to pull a fast one on him.
Cameron nodded. “You heard me right. I want you to publicly and proudly invite mack to school.”
Williain waved a hand dismissively. “Look, kid, I get it. Getting expelled out of the blue must’ve hit you hard. But the real world isn’t fair. Better you learn that now than later.”
Then he said, “You can go now.” He was clearly done with the conversation. Even though he wasn’t particularly busy at the moment, he didn’t want to waste time on Cameron.
But Cameron didn’t move. “Mr. Drake, if you kick me out today, the moment the SATS scores come out, you’re going to regret it. Big time.”
“Oh? That’s a bold claim, Cameron, Care to explain exactly what’s going to make me regret it?”
Cameron replied, “Because I’m going to be this year’s top scorer in the entire state.”
William was stunned for a moment and then burst out laughing.
He thought, ‘Top scorer in our state? Like that’s something anyone can just decide to be? Even Elijah, who’s currently ranked number one in the entire grade, wouldn’t dare make a claim like that. And here this kid is, declaring it like it’s nothing!
William couldn’t stop laughing, and Cameron just sat there, calmly watching him.
Seeing Cameron staring straight at him, William finally managed to stop laughing. He cleared his throat, adjusted his expression, and raised his hand.
Then he said, “Cameron, the moment the Chapman family gave me your name, I looked into your background. Your family doesn’t have what it takes to get you into Langford Academy, an extremely prestigious school.
“And frankly, you’re a poor student. The Chapman family offered me a generous donation in exchange for your admission. And it’s a deal worth taking.
“I can use that money to improve the school’s facilities or reward the students who truly excel, motivating them to strive for even greater success.
“And now you’re here, claiming you’ll be the top scorer in the state? Anyone can talk big.”
Facing William’s questioning, Cameron stayed perfectly calm. She took another sip of her coffee and said, “Mr. Drake, if you think I’m just talking big, why don’t you test me?”
William waved his hand. “There’s no need for that.”
Cameron asked, “Are you sure?”
William didn’t reply.
Cameron set her cup down and added, “From this conversation, I can tell you’re not someone who bows to those in power. You chose to expel me only after weighing the pros and cons. I have no objection to that.
“But shouldn’t you at least think about the future of Langford Academy?”
William asked, “What do you mean?”
“Last year’s top scorer was from Horizon Academy, right?” Cameron said casually.
William didn’t answer.
Cameron continued, “And if you say no to me now, believe it or not, this year’s top scorer will also be from Horizon Academy.”
William’s eyes widened.
Horizon Academy and Langford Academy were both elite schools. Both placed great emphasis on academic excellence. Last year, Langford Academy had the highest college acceptance rate in the country. But the top scorer in the state was from Horizon Academy.
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Though the two schools appeared harmonious, they’d been engaged in quiet, fierce competition.
Seeing the change in William’s expression, Cameron said, “Mr. Drake, give me a chance–and give yourself one too. What do you say?”
Chapter 89 She Relied On Hard Work
Chapter 89 She Relied On Hard Work
