Chapter 899: Submitting the Exam Early Sparks Jealousy

Book:Became A Queen After divorce Published:2024-6-3

The invigilator for the exam was Dr. Barnes, a highly respected senior physician at the hospital. He could already sense that the test would not be easy, and while other students wanted more time to avoid running out, there was one young man who wanted to submit his paper early.
It was unclear if he was overly confident in himself or just casually approaching the exam. Dr. Barnes frowned at Sean and kindly reminded him, “Are you sure about this, young man? This is Miss Lawrence’s first time creating the exam. Think it through before you answer.”
Sean had already double-checked his answers, and he was certain that he wanted to submit his paper. “Yes, thank you, sir.”
“Very well.”
Reluctantly, Dr. Barnes allowed Sean to submit his paper early, although he couldn’t help but feel a bit displeased. Young people these days seemed to lack respect for authority and didn’t understand the gravity of situations.
But when Dr. Barnes laid eyes on Sean’s paper, it felt like a slap in the face, burning with a sting. Every question had been answered, even the most difficult ones, with sharp, complete handwriting, leaving no room for half-heartedness.
Dr. Barnes cleared his throat, attempting to hide his embarrassment, but deep down, he couldn’t help but feel that he was getting old. “Alright, you may leave. Just be careful not to disturb other students.”
“Yes, thank you, sir.”
Sean happily packed his belongings, slung his backpack over his shoulder, and walked out of the classroom without looking back.
Little did he know that his departure had caused a commotion among the other students in the classroom. They had all diligently persevered until the very last second, only putting down their pens after Dr. Barnes repeatedly urged them to do so.
Feeling suffocated, Quinn, who had just left the classroom, found a staircase and leaned against the wall for a smoke, overhearing snippets of conversation from the other students.
“Cain, the test was so difficult this time. Most of the questions were unfamiliar. How did you do?”
Cain, a quiet and reserved male classmate whom Quinn didn’t know much about except for his decent grades, responded in a calm and clean voice, “Not bad. Quite challenging.”
“Yeah, I think it’s impossible to pass this time.”
“We all feel that it’s difficult, but Sean managed to submit his paper early. He’s so impressive, truly the top student of our Yrumron Medical School.”
“Hmph, who knows if he deliberately submitted early to show off that he had finished, or if he simply gave up and wrote whatever. I think he’s just trying to mess with our mental state.”
Cain and Sean had been living together for the past three days. Even though they didn’t talk much, they got along fine. When Cain didn’t understand certain questions, Sean patiently helped him, completely unlike the snobbish attitude they described.
“Don’t overthink it, guys. I don’t think he’s that type of person. Submitting early is his choice.”
“Cain, why are you taking Sean’s side? Don’t forget we only have three spots. If Sean performs well, he’ll take one, and then there’s Maria… The last spot is either yours or Quinn’s. Aren’t you worried at all?”
Cain held his book tightly, saying nothing.
Everyone knew that Maria was Quinn’s girlfriend. They had entered university together and were now interning together. They were likely to work at the same hospital in the future. Hence, Maria’s spot was secure.
Hearing this, the smoke in Quinn’s mouth suddenly tasted bitter, and he gazed at Cain in the hallway, his brows furrowing darkly.
Cain and Sean, one of them had to be eliminated!
The ferocity in his eyes startled the woman sitting across from him, who was also smoking. But she quickly understood the source of his restlessness.
She smiled brightly and took a deep drag of her cigarette.
Rising from her seat, she tiptoed and pressed her lips against Quinn’s, as he deepened the kiss. The sharp and bitter taste of nicotine from Maria’s mouth rushed into the man’s lungs.
It was truly spicy!
The taste of the cigarette was spicy;
and so was this kiss.
With his girlfriend taking the initiative, there was no room for Quinn to hold back. He reached out and firmly pressed the seductive temptress against the wall.
She was still wearing an ultra-short skirt today, barely covering her hips. With one hand covering her lips, her other hand swiftly unzipped his pants.
Their agitated emotions, the pressure of exams, secrets about their future, and all the hidden dissatisfaction in their hearts merged into this passionate encounter.
Maria sneered softly, flashing a charming smile as she licked the palm of his hand, moist with sweat.
“What’s wrong? Are you feeling threatened by Sean’s presence?”
“Threatened? He’s just a penniless loser, not worthy of my attention, dear Su Young Master.”
The reflection of the two figures appeared on the glass in the corridor. Maria looked at her face in the window, even her smile felt so fake.
“Is that so? I’ve told you before, we can’t keep Sean around. But you’ve been hesitating because he’s your friend.”
“It’s not like that, I just think it’s a matter of pride to keep him as my underling.”
Maria thought he was both childish and foolish. If it weren’t for him being the young master of the Berry family, it would have been a miracle for him to survive till today.
“Quinn, things were different when you didn’t have any competition at school. But now, we face a choice for survival, and competition can be ruthless.”
“Cheyenne is Sean’s sister. Do you really think that he’ll obediently follow you on her territory? You’ve been bullying him for four years, and he’s suppressed it all. Once he succeeds, you’ll be his first target for elimination.”
The woman turned her head, her red lips pressed against his ear as she spoke, her voice as seductive as a brand imprinted in Quinn’s mind.
“What did you say? Sean is Cheyenne’s brother!”
This shocking news made Quinn lose control. He thrust forcefully, causing the woman beneath him to gasp in pain.
“Yes, as far as I know, three days ago Sean received some notes, and they were given to him by Cheyenne. For the past three days, he hasn’t left the house, studying with Cain.”
“Even when Cheyenne was helping him, he chose to share with Cain instead of approaching you. Your so-called loyalty is truly laughable.”
As soon as these words fell, Quinn felt a wave of betrayal igniting an intense anger within him. His handsome face turned grim.
Desire was now forgotten, giving way to a simple release of anger.
When the hatred reached its peak, he was also finished.
The two clung tightly to each other, with Maria leaning against his shoulder, both of them heavily panting.
“Quinn, I’m the only one who can help you now. We had agreed to stay together.”
“How can I leave you alone in Akloit and stay behind myself?”
Knowing Maria was reluctant to part with him, Quinn calmed down. Looking at his girlfriend, who was soft and weak in his arms, he nodded and agreed.
“We both have to stay!”