Chapter 1270

Previously, Edmund had harbored a faint hope that Helen's exam results would be poor enough for her to voluntarily withdraw from the specialized preparatory program. But as he saw the large red check marks all over Helen's paper, his last shred of hope vanished. After meticulously checking the answers several times, Edmund gazed at the sheet with its near-perfect score of 90, lost in thought. This exam had been far more challenging than the initial placement test. With such a high score, Helen would almost certainly rank in the top five, securing her spot in the program. Although Helen's score showcased her exceptional abilities, her participation in the program presented a significant challenge for Edmund. As long as she was part of the class, he wouldn't be able to manage it as freely as he desired. Moreover, Helen's strong-willed nature made her hard to control and potentially troublesome. The prospect of dealing with her for even one more day felt overwhelming, let alone for