The Real Heiress Rules the World (Sloane Rivers) novel Chapter 71

Chapter 71 Always on Her Side

Chapter 71 Always on Her Side

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Sloane didn’t take any of it to heart. She nodded calmly. “I accept your apology.”

The guys instantly felt a wave of respect for her–she wasn’t petty or dramatic, just straightforward and gracious. It made her easy to like.

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Mr. Samson beamed, clearly proud. “Sloane, just how many surprises do you have up your sleeve?”

Sloane blinked innocently, then offered a rare playful grin. “You’ll find out eventually, sir.”

“You’re Sloane?” John gaped dramatically. “The Sloane who ranked first in the special admissions exam?”

“Wait–wasn’t the forum saying you didn’t even finish middle school, and that Sean trailed off mid–sentence.

you cheated…”

After watching her tear through that encryption like it was child’s play, the idea that she could’ve cheated seemed beyond absurd.

“Hmph. Parroting gossip without thinking–have you boys been using your brains for decoration?” Mr. Samson shot them all a sharp glare.

The group collectively lowered their heads, faces red with shame.

Turning back to Sloane, Mr. Samson’s tone softened. “Sloane, don’t take it personally. The school will handle that forum nonsense. We won’t let you be unfairly targeted.”

“Thank you, Mr. Samson,” Sloane said, her voice even. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll be heading out.”

“Go on,” he nodded.

Sure enough, not long after, the infamous forum post vanished without a trace.

In its place, the university issued an official announcement: a stern condemnation of slanderous behavior and a warning that all those named would face disciplinary action to uphold the school’s integrity.

The announcement even included the full special admissions exam, inviting any doubters to take it themselves–open book. If anyone could match Sloane’s score, they’d be exempt from punishment.

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The campus exploded.

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“Damn, the school went hard. They just published the whole exam? That’s next–level accountability.”

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“People really thought the Stonebridge special admissions test was some walk in the park? Even open book, half the student body couldn’t touch it.”

Students applauded the administration’s response. And curiosity about Sloane’s abilities skyrocketed–admiration replaced doubt.

Meanwhile, the students named in the notice looked like they’d been slapped in the face.

Some stubborn ones actually tried the test, but… they didn’t get far.

A few complained that the school was clearly playing favorites by making such a fuss just to protect Sloane. But then they took one look at that exam—and suddenly, the school’s actions made a whole lot of sense.

Shane, the original poster, received a formal disciplinary warning and was stripped of all academic honors and scholarship eligibility.

Jill, Cameron, and others who had taken the exam alongside Sloane came forward to defend her, stressing just how brutal the test had been.

Even Cameron—the undisputed academic golden boy—had only scored 710, a full 35 points lower than Sloane.

When that detail leaked, the entire student body was left stunned. Every last rumor evaporated overnight.

Samantha, on the other hand, turned green with rage when she heard.

Shane, knowing he’d screwed up, tried to buy her forgiveness with her favorite designer bag.

“Sammy, here. I got this for you.”

Her eyes lit up at the sight of the bag–but she didn’t take it.

“Even if it’s my favorite, I’m not forgiving you,” she snapped coldly. “How could you post something like that about my sister? No matter what she’s done, she’s still my sister.”