Chapter 86

It was the weekend. The exam was scheduled for Monday, but Yvette had the exam answers and was completely at ease. She lounged on the couch and occasionally picked at her nails. Sometimes, she'd munch on fruit and glance at the answer sheet now and then, reciting bits out loud. Juliet sat beside her with her legs crossed, knitting a sweater. Watching Yvette's nonchalant attitude, she teased, "Your Aunt Janice gave you the answers a few days ago, so why are you cramming at the last minute?" Yvette raised her chin smugly and rolled her eyes. "Because I'm confident. I'm smart enough to memorize these answers in just one day." Juliet chuckled and smiled proudly. "Look who you got it from." They shared a knowing look as a shrewd glint flashed in their eyes. After going through two more questions, Yvette put down the sheet and asked, "Mom, do you think Natalie will show up for the exam tomorrow? Rumors about the Lockes pulling strings have been going around all week, but they haven't