CHAPTER 33: CHAPTER 33: ABSOLUTELY HEART-PIERCING!

Cassia Everett grudgingly went to open the door, where two staff members in suits were standing.

"We are staff from the Imperia University Office of Admissions, here today to deliver an acceptance letter."

"What Imperia University acceptance letter? I’m already studying at Imperia University, and no one in our family is going to enroll... Wait..."

As Cassia spoke, an uncomfortable premonition took hold in her heart, and the next words from the staff completely confirmed her bad feeling.

"This is Serena Everett’s acceptance letter. Is Serena Everett home?"

Upon hearing these words, Cassia’s face immediately stiffened; only yesterday she had been openly and secretly mocking Serena, sure she wouldn’t get into Imperia University, but now she was proven wrong so quickly.

"It’s impossible, it must be fake! How could Serena possibly get into Imperia University?"

Seeing Cassia’s disbelief, the two staff members showed her the acceptance letter to prove its authenticity. "Take a closer look, it’s real!"

Cassia immediately began to examine it seriously, but her last hope was shattered.

It was indeed Rivenne University’s acceptance letter! And it was from Imperia University School of Medicine!

The School of Medicine is the most popular and sought-after major at Imperia University, as well as the hardest to get into, with countless applicants vying for spots. And now Serena, the bumpkin who returned from the countryside, has gotten in!

How is this fair?!

A flash of malice flickered in Cassia’s eyes; Serena had already surpassed her in piano, and academics were the only area Cassia was superior. She absolutely couldn’t let that witch Serena study at Imperia University too!

"I think you are just scammers, daring to try to fool the Everett Family. Take your stuff and get lost, or I’ll call security to kick you out!"

As long as she chased them away and Serena didn’t find out about her acceptance to Imperia, then Serena, that witch, wouldn’t be able to attend Imperia University!

"We are not scammers; we really are staff from the Admissions Office of Imperia University..."

The commotion outside drew the attention of Jocelyn and Ivan Sterling inside, and they came out with large strides.

"What’s going on? What’s happening?"

Cassia instantly panicked but didn’t forget to lie, "Nothing, just two scammers came by; I’m kicking them out now..."

"We are not scammers!"

Seeing Serena walking out slowly, the two staff members quickly pushed Cassia aside and walked over to her.

"Serena Everett, we are here to deliver your acceptance letter to Imperia University!"

Normally, acceptance letters don’t require personal delivery, but the principal insisted they hand it directly to this girl. Although they didn’t know why the principal valued this girl named Serena so much, they had no choice but to comply.

Didn’t expect Uncle Reed to be so fast; he was afraid she’d run away, huh...

Serena’s delicate brow and eyes took on a slightly resigned expression, then she accepted the acceptance letter with a quiet thank you.

"Serena, you really got the acceptance letter to Imperia University!!!"

Joy instantly filled Jocelyn and Ivan Sterling’s faces; Serena actually secured her acceptance to Imperia University with her own efforts—they were overjoyed with their amazing daughter’s achievement!

Niall Everett also sincerely praised, "Sis, you’re awesome!"

However, only the bitterness and malice in Cassia’s eyes were on the brink of overflowing as she glared viciously at Serena.

Noticing her gaze, Serena casually blinked and softly said, "Sis, now we can attend the same school, are you happy?"

It’s like hitting where it hurts most!

Cassia’s silver teeth were nearly chattering, but she had to keep acting sweet and supportive in front of Ivan and Jocelyn, almost making her sick.

"Of course I’m happy! Sis, it’s great that you’ll go to Imperia University—I truly couldn’t be happier for you!"

"But sis, studying medicine is tough, maybe you should reconsider, or you might regret it later. I think the College of Agriculture next to Imperia really suits you. Growing up in the countryside, you’re undoubtedly familiar with farming, so this major would be easy for you."

Agricultural College requires fieldwork every day, in no time Serena would be baked completely black and turn into a hideous creature!

"Just my luck, I know a little bit about medicine." Serena’s tone was quite nonchalant, "But I think your brain is more suited for the Agricultural College."

She actually mocked her for having a bad brain!

Cassia’s expression shifted, but then she thought, the School of Medicine at Imperia University only recruits extraordinarily capable students, so even if Serena got in, so what? Eventually, she’d still be scorned and excluded by those classmates!

All she had to do was sit back and watch the drama unfold!

...

Evening.

"Sis, Fifth Brother has been playing training matches all day and hasn’t eaten much, since you get along well with him, why don’t you bring this plate of fruit to him!"

Cassia wore a sweet smile, but her gaze flickered left and right, evidently harboring ulterior motives.

Serena raised her extraordinarily beautiful, fox-like eyes and glanced at her, "Why don’t you go yourself?"

Cassia’s gaze wavered even more, but she said, "Sis, I want you and Fifth Brother to be closer. He’s really tired right now; if you bring him a snack, he’ll definitely be touched!"

Serena knew she wasn’t up to any good, but she agreed anyway.

Niall Everett recently led his team to win the National E-sports Championship, earning sudden fame, but it also brought significant pressure.

Fans have high expectations for them now, and if they don’t achieve similar success in their next competition, they’ll surely disappoint those supporting fans and receive backlash.

So Niall has been training particularly hard lately.

She didn’t want to see him exhaust himself like that, so she decided to secretly help him.

Seeing Serena heading to Niall’s room, a devious smile immediately filled Cassia’s face, victorious in her scheme.

When Niall is training, he dislikes being disturbed; if interrupted, his foul temper will flare up, and he’ll sharply yell at the intruder, no matter who they are!

Moreover, Serena will leave a bad impression on him like this, and then she could take the chance to win Niall over, becoming his favorite sister once again!

She was just waiting to see Serena, that witch, be scolded to tears!

Serena knew the focus Niall maintained during training, and he’d never hear someone knocking, so instead of knocking, she simply pushed the door open and walked in.

Upon hearing the noise, Niall’s gaze swept over impatiently, but once seeing it was Serena, his fierce expression instantly softened.

"Serena, why are you here?"

"I noticed you haven’t eaten all day, so I brought you something to eat."

After hearing this, Niall felt a comforting warmth envelop his entire body, and his fatigue from practice eased considerably.

It’s fortunate to have a sister!

His sister is incredibly considerate!

"Serena, just set it aside for now, I’ll eat after this practice match..." Niall hadn’t even finished speaking before his stomach cramped, forcing him to run urgently to the bathroom. "Serena, hold the fort for me and play a bit, I need a quick break!"

Without waiting for Serena’s reply, Niall dashed to the restroom.

Serena helplessly raised a brow, then sat down, her slender fingers expertly controlling the game characters.

Soon, the game was filled with notification sounds.

FirstBlood

DoubleKill

TripleKill

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