The competition lasted one hour, during which the teachers from various schools across Z Country were on edge, eyes glued to the stage so as not to miss a single moment.
Just like them, the Z Country audience watching the live stream also shared the same feeling. They all knew that they might miss out on the awards again this time, yet they couldn't help but hold some hope.
Perhaps, there might be a miracle?
As the last minute on the screen ended, the preliminary round was also paused.
"The time is up," Rosen said earnestly, "Now, please allow the staff to collect the papers in an orderly manner for the Olympiad group to grade."
Glancing at the few people grading not far away, Daisy Cooper sneaked up in front of the girl, "Claire, how do you feel?"
Do you have any confidence?
She held back from asking that question because today's Olympiad questions were truly in hell mode, far more difficult than before.
