"Is this for real? Weren't the selections previously based on mentor recommendations? Why have things changed?"0

"This is going to be troublesome… the competition might get really intense."0

"Claire, what should we do?"0

"What else can we do? There must be something special about this opportunity if they're making the selection criteria so stringent. Aren't you confident in yourself?"0

"Are you kidding me? As if I'd be scared!"0

The students were all astounded by the principal's sudden announcement—clearly, the news hadn't been leaked in advance.0

"What do you think, Wang Yu, Edward?" Charles asked, leisurely pouring himself some juice and pretending to drink it as if it were alcohol. Wang Yu itched to smack him.0

"I have no idea…" Wang Yu shook his head. He genuinely didn't know how to react. This supposedly groundbreaking announcement meant nothing to him.0

"Hmm, since the Grand Library is one of Stevenson Academy's most important resources, its closure will undoubtedly have a huge impact. The academy might be using this special opportunity to find a group of students who can truly advance its reputation," Edward analyzed.0

"That makes a lot of sense. You're lucky, Avia—your cohort is probably going to receive more resources than any other." Charles put down his glass and turned to Avia.0

"After all, most of the older cohorts are either too old or out of touch with modern sensibilities, haha." Charles chuckled lightly and leaned back against the...0