School Interview

In any case, the matter of the rumors came to an end. Only then did Link have a chance to bring up what had happened during the day. "Actually, there's something I need to tell you. The principal called me into his office today..."

"Oh my God, did some girl get pregnant because of you?"

"Of course not." Hearing Lisa's words, Link hurriedly said, "I always take precautions. Actually, the principal talked to me about school matters.

"He said that Wilmott Academy for Gifted Children was willing to accept me as a student. As long as I could pass their test, they were willing to offer me a full scholarship, along with a living allowance."

"Really? That sounds pretty good."

"It really is a good opportunity. The only problem is that the school is in Dallas, more than three hours away by car. If I go there, I'll need to board there, but they've also agreed to find a local family to provide accommodation."

Robert considered it for a moment. "Is that so? Then what do you think, Link?"

"Of course I want to seize this opportunity," Link said. "Dallas actually isn't that far from home. I can come back every weekend, and Sheldon will be going too, so the two of us will have each other for company."

"That sounds good too," Lisa said. "Maybe we can go take a look at the school together."

"Of course, it's a good opportunity. But Link, are you confident about the school's test?"

"Of course there won't be a problem. In fact, I'm very confident." As he answered, Link opened his Stats Panel again.

Name: Link Bennett

Race: Human

Biological Level: 1 Star

Attributes: The average attribute value for a normal adult man is 10 points.

Strength: 10.7 (Muscle 11.1, Physical Robustness 10.3)

Agility: 10.75 (Hand-Eye Coordination 10, Flexibility 12, Reaction 12, Balance 9)

Constitution: 12 (Health 11.5, Endurance 12.5)

Intelligence: 14.6 (Learning Ability 15.1, Mental Activity 14.1)

Perception: 9.75 (Willpower 12, Common-Sense Judgment 9, Perceptiveness 8, Intuition 10)

Charm: 10.2 (Courage 12, Persuasiveness 9, Personal Appeal 11, Leadership 8, Physical Attractiveness 10)

Skills: Baseball (Some Accomplishment), Mixed Martial Arts (Beginner), Basic Science (Beginner), Basic Firearms Proficiency (Novice).

Special Abilities: None

Evolution Points: 0

Possessions: None

Evolution Points: 0

Space-Time Mission Function: Conditions not met, unable to activate.

Not to mention that Link's knowledge had already surpassed the high school level, with an IQ that had reached the level of a genius, he would be able to do very well even there.

After all, although it was called an academy for gifted children, most of its students still fell within the normal range of intelligence. Most of them were children from well-off families.

There were indeed quite a few geniuses in this world, but there were definitely not many. There might be some people with talent like Dan or Kevin there, but people with IQs as high as Peggy's and Sheldon's were probably rare even in the entire world.

No matter what, before heading to Wilmott Academy for Gifted Children, Link still made some preparations. After all, the prerequisite for receiving a full scholarship was passing the academy's test.

When it was time for the test, Link's family went together with Sheldon's family, so they had company.

The test was divided into two parts: an interview and a written examination. The written portion was far more difficult than what a normal ninth grade student could handle, even reaching the level of a high school graduation exam.

Besides those knowledge tests, there were also several IQ tests, but none of them were much of a challenge for either Link or Sheldon.

After the written exam, several teachers interviewed the two of them, and the results came out quickly.

Since full scholarship slots were involved, the school's principal, Dr. Flora Douglas, personally met with the two of them for interviews.

Perhaps Sheldon's results had been better, so he was seen first. Coach George and Mary accompanied him.

"I have to say, I've worked here for many years, but I've never seen recommendation letters from teachers collectively give such high praise. Let's look at Sheldon's recommendation letter:

"Besides his extraordinary intelligence, Sheldon is a treasure in the classroom. He is witty, cheerful, approachable, and always willing to help others."

Sheldon was stunned when he heard that. "That doesn't sound like me at all!"

"Of course it does, sweetheart." Mary hurriedly grabbed Sheldon, then said to the principal, "Dr. Douglas."

"Please, just call me Flora."

It had to be said that Principal Flora valued Sheldon greatly. A top student could bring many benefits to the school.

Sheldon's IQ was exceptionally rare even on a global scale. Therefore, although she could tell there was something suspicious about the recommendation, she did not mind it in the slightest and instead acted very warmly.

"Alright, Flora. I'd like to ask about the accommodation arrangements. That's what concerns us most."

"You can rest completely assured about that. My husband and I have always provided lodging for students. A student just graduated and went to Princeton University, so the guest room in our home has become available."

"That's wonderful." Coach George naturally knew that staying at the principal's home would have many advantages. "Does your husband teach at the school as well?"

"No, he has already retired. He used to be an astrophysicist at the Space Agency."

Taking the opportunity, Sheldon asked the question that concerned him most. "Please tell me you don't have a dog."

"Of course not. We're both allergic to dogs."

Seeing that the dog problem he feared most had been resolved, Sheldon turned to Mary. "I can't wait."

Mary knew she could not stop Sheldon now. After thinking it over, she finally asked, "May I presumptuously ask a question?"

"Please do."

"The Bennett family came here with us. Their son, Link Bennett—did he also pass your test?"

"Of course. His results are right here. Because of a small mistake, his exam score did not reach the perfect score Sheldon received, and his IQ test was somewhat inferior to Sheldon's as well. But he is still at the genius level, so we have decided to admit him."

"In that case, would it be possible for him to live with Sheldon? You see, Sheldon is still too young. He has only just turned ten, and I'm worried he won't adapt easily to a new life.

"Link was already Sheldon's good friend at their previous school, and he has always taken care of Sheldon. So I think having the two of them live together would help Sheldon adapt to the new environment more easily..."

"I certainly have no problem with that. There are only my husband and me at home, so having one more person would make it livelier. Have you discussed this with Link beforehand?"

"Of course. Before coming here, we discussed it with Link and his parents."

"Excellent. It seems all the problems have been solved."

Link's meeting with the principal afterward was even simpler. Robert and Mary fully supported Link attending such a top private secondary school, and they had no objections to boarding either.

That meant Link was about to begin an entirely new high school life.