Chapter 34

Josh said earnestly, "Janice, trust me. As long as you complete this set of practice tests well, you'll definitely see results. There are some things I can't explain right now, but you have to believe me." Seeing how serious Josh was, Janice couldn't bring herself to argue further. Just then, there was a knock on the door. A moment later, Rowan walked in with a middle-aged woman. Upon seeing the visitor, Janice quickly stood up. "Ms. Mitchell." The visitor was Gina Mitchell, Janice's homeroom teacher from Nainfield High. "The college entrance exams are right around the corner. Why aren't you attending school?" Gina asked. Janice had always been one of the top students in class, and Gina had high hopes for her. But after being absent for over two weeks, Gina felt compelled to visit her at home. Janice didn't know how to explain. She couldn't tell Gina that her father was keeping her from school, insisting she should marry and settle down instead. Rowan felt a bit awkward, knowing