Chapter 23: Betting to Shave Heads

"This is too arrogant! It was just a question; how could she just ignore us?" "Exactly! So what if she knows Miss Daphne? What's the big deal? Anyone who didn't know better might think she's some kind of rich heiress!" "You're so right. We don't know how you got close to Miss Daphne, but I bet it was something shady. One day, your true colors will be exposed!" Voices of gossip and disdain filled the air. After finishing her breakfast, Elena looked around at the group. "All of you, instead of focusing on your studies, you're wasting time gossiping about others. Is this how you repay your parents for sending you to school?" Everyone froze at Elena's words. "Oh, please, Elena. You’re such a hypocrite. You're just a factory worker’s daughter and a school loser. Who are you to lecture us? Everyone knows you always score zero on exams!" "My zeros don't mean I’m bad at studying. The questions are just too easy for me. I’ve already solved the NP-C Complete Problem in the time you’re al