Chapter 9

"This meeting is clearly no longer productive," Veronica said stiffly. "These baseless accusations—""Sit down, Ms. Maxwell," Principal Williams commanded. "We are far from finished."He turned back to Thompson and Miss Carter. "This is a serious matter that will require a formal investigation. But first," he tapped his fingers on the desk, contemplating, "first, I think we need to address the academic issue at hand. Thompson, do you truly believe you can solve advanced calculus problems?""Yes, sir," Thompson replied with quiet confidence."Then I propose a test," Principal Williams announced. "A fair evaluation of Thompson's mathematical abilities, conducted under supervision to eliminate any possibility of cheating."Veronica's eyes narrowed. "Fine. I'll prepare an appropriate examination immediately.""Actually," Miss Carter interjected, "given the circumstances, perhaps it would be better if the test were prepared by someone else.""Are you questioning my professional integrity?" Veronica bristled."I'm suggesting we remove any perception of bias," Miss Carter replied calmly. "For everyone's benefit."Principal Williams nodded. "Ms. Maxwell, you will prepare the test, but I will review it beforehand to ensure it's fair." He turned to Thompson. "Would tomorrow morning be acceptable? That gives you some time to prepare."Thompson nodded, though anxiety flickered across his face."In the meantime," Principal Williams continued, "I'll be contacting your parents about the physical marks, and the detention is suspended pending the results of this test."Veronica stood again, her movement stiff with anger. "If you're allowing this charade, then I want it done properly. The test should include problems from multiple grade levels up through advanced placement calculus. If he's truly the mathematical prodigy Miss Carter claims, he should have no problem demonstrating that.""Agreed," Principal Williams said firmly. "But understand this, Ms. Maxwell: if Thompson passes this test, there will be serious conversations about appropriate teaching methods and classroom conduct."As Thompson left the office with Miss Carter, he felt a strange mixture of terror and relief. Tomorrow would determine whether his secret abilities would finally be recognized or whether Veronica Maxwell would find a new way to punish him for daring to be exceptional.

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