It wasn't surprising that the faculty and the college were on edge after Miranda's research paper was published in "Nature Biotechnology".According to the latest global rankings from the Journal Citation Reports, "Nature" was ranked tenth with an impact factor of 40.137. In contrast, "Nature Biotec
"Research and academic competitions are two different matters. Besides, we've already finalized the research team for the international exchange program. We're pushing full throttle on the competition training," Hendrix said.He added, "Plus, changing the team at the last minute isn't the wisest cho
Sebastian's expression hardened."Ugh, who cares!" Madison waved it off. "Why overthink it? If the college is up to something, they'll come to us." She knew they would find out soon enough, so stressing over it was pointless.Miranda agreed, "Exactly. Whatever comes our way, we'll deal with it. Why
Theodore wouldn't take a risk like that.Madison frowned. "The more I think about it, the more something doesn't add up."Miranda's expression turned serious. "…Yeah, it's definitely strange.""I heard from a third-year senior that Joli's parents aren't in great health and often fall ill. Do you thi
Unlike the dry, biting cold of the north, the weather in Yalemont, located in the south, was a typical, damp, bone-chilling cold. As the high-speed train pulled into the station, a drizzle began to fall.When Miranda and the others stepped off the train, a sharp gust of wind hit them, and they insti
Early the following morning, Miranda, Madison, and Sebastian caught the first Route 516 bus.The scene was utter chaos. The bus was crammed with people, primarily elderly passengers. Baskets and woven backpacks cluttered the floor. It was stuffed with fresh vegetables and farm goods.Madison's jaw d
The bus swayed and jolted as it navigated the winding mountain roads until it finally reached the town.Miranda, Madison, and Sebastian stepped off and let out a collective sigh of relief. The nightmare-like ride they'd just endured was something they never wanted to remember."Are we there yet?" Ma
Miranda said, "We're looking for his son.""Joli?""Yes, do you know him?""Not really, but he was the first kid from the village to get into college. Not just any college, but a prestigious one. Of course, I do remember him."Madison piped up, "We're Joli's classmates. Mr. Jorge, could you take us
However, Sam's mind had long wandered elsewhere. Coincidentally, he stepped out of the study with a bright smile on his face when the maid came to call him. Sam hadn't gone to the office as he knew Miranda would be visiting. He specially came to the Garrison estate to wait for her instead. Sure en
Miranda felt that if she didn't find an excuse to get Joli out of the lab, he could easily stay there for an entire day. Then, he would pull another all-nighter. Did Joli really think he had some kind of superpower? He worked nonstop for two days with barely any sleep and no proper meals. Yet, he s
Miranda began, "Grandma, I—" "Aren, can you keep an eye on the fire for me? It's been stewing for three hours, and I just need this last touch. Make sure it's perfect, okay? It's too noisy here, so I'm going out to talk to Mimi."It sounded like Fiona had walked into the living room since the noise
Paul paused, then chuckled. "Why do you ask?"Miranda responded thoughtfully, "Because I think it's you. Am I right?"After a brief pause, he nodded. "Yeah."She smiled. "I knew it… No wonder you said we should let things calm down before making any moves. You'd already planned this beforehand, hadn
Madison sighed. "You don't get it."Sebastian gave her a puzzled look."I'm so stressed out," Madison wailed."What can I do to help?" When he saw the tears in her eyes, Sebastian panicked."I'm not getting enough sleep… Can I cut the morning run by ten minutes?" she sobbed."Sure," he said.Madison
Fiona sighed. "What's Mimi been up to lately? I've asked her to come home for dinner twice, but she keeps saying she's too busy. It's been more than a month since I've seen her."Aren put down his newspaper and glanced at her. "You're a grown woman. Why do you need your granddaughter around to keep
Miranda accepted the money and said, "I don't think Joli would accept it.""Just tell him it's from me, and refusing it would be rude. I'm sure he'll accept it," Christine said."Got it." After handling everything, Miranda resumed her usual routine. She shuttled between the lab, college, and home.
"That's great news, Mr. Zeller!" Joli almost jumped in excitement. "My parents and I are heading to the city in two days, so we'll stop by to visit Theodore then… "Don't worry, everything's taken care of… It's true. I'm not lying to you. The Snider brothers were taken in by the police yesterday."
After reviewing the contract, Joli signed his name. He handed it back to Miranda with both hands and assured her, "I won't let the lab lose a penny."She smiled faintly. "I trust my instincts."This was the second time she had extended a hand to him.Joli's heart was overflowing with gratitude, but