Chapter 112: All Out
{Those who have read the earlier Chapter before I posted this Chapter should go back and read the one I added. Before it wss 1.1k words, now it’s 1.5k words}
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When the teacher finally announced, "Time’s up! Please put your pens down," a collective sigh of relief swept through the room. The assistant began collecting the remaining test papers as students stretched and exchanged glances.
Malia practically sprinted over to Ephyra’s desk. "You finished so fast! What did you think of question five? I’m pretty sure I butchered it."
Ephyra gave a small shrug. "It wasn’t too bad. I just focused on what I knew and didn’t overthink it."
Cyran joined them, his expression relaxed. "Honestly, question five was tricky. I can’t blame Malia for panicking."
Malia groaned, burying her face in her hands. "I’m doomed. Forget Mr. Altheron; I won’t even survive the announcement board."
Ephyra smiled reassuringly. "We’ll check the results together. Whatever happens, it’s not the end of the world."
The group made their way out of the classroom, joining the throng of students heading toward the announcement boards. The hallways buzzed with anticipation, a mix of excitement and dread palpable in the air.
When they finally reached their class’s board, Malia hesitated, clutching Ephyra’s arm. "You go first. I can’t look."
Ephyra chuckled softly but obliged, scanning the list of names and grades. She quickly found her own name in second position and felt a wave of relief.