Reece was puzzled, asking, “Don’t you need it, Ms. Bonnie?”
His brows furrowed as he thought, ‘She accepted the draft, which shows she approved my efforts. Why did she return it? Was it too boring for her?’
As Reece was about to suggest preparing a new draft, Bonnie said, “It’s not that I don’t need it. I’ve already memorized it. I can deliver the speech without looking at it.”
Reece’s eyes widened in shock. “You memorized all that in less than a minute?!”
‘Ms. Bonnie is extraordinary! She has exceptional talent in scientific research, and her memory is astonishing! It’s awe-inspiring.’
“Yeah, is there a problem?” Bonnie had known she could speed-read since childhood. It also served her well and helped her succeed in various fields.
“Th-there’s no problem at all, Ms. Bonnie! I just hope to be as amazing as you one day.” Reece’s initial shock turned into profound admiration. He gazed at Bonnie brightly as if he were a fan of hers.
Bonnie smiled helplessly. “It’s an
innate ability. Unfortunately, it isn’t something you can achieve through hard work. Still, you’re impressive I
enough. You don’t have to compare yourself to me.”
“Y-You think I’m impressive?” Reece’s excitement was evident, and he was thrilled. Receiving Bonnie’s recognition was a dream come true for him. It meant he did well and resolved to work even harder to support Bonnie in managing the school.
“Of course. You stand out among your peers,” Bonnie’s words were sincere.
The professors at the prestigious university were the best of the best, but Reece excelled among them.
He was so excited by Bonnie’s praise that he felt like dancing. However, he restrained himself, knowing such behavior was inappropriate. Instead, he saved his
excitement for later and planned to boast about it to his colleagues.
Bonnie checked her watch and realized it was almost time for her speech. She looked at Reece and said, “Time’s running out. Let’s head to the auditorium.”
She expected Reece to follow, but when she reached the stairway, she heard no footsteps behind her. She stopped and turned to look at him.
