I stared at Dexter in shock. He had just confirmed it.
This meant that it was really true. I had won first place in the genius competition that was held at Delmany. This also meant that it was true that I had worked as a tutor for those missing teenagers.
My fingers felt numb. I suddenly found myself feeling unsteady on my feet because of an oncoming headache.
Dexter quickly stepped forward to hold me. He started to comfort me, saying, "It doesn't matter. Their disappearance has nothing to do with you. It was just…"
Dexter's voice was hoarse. He glanced at Zion nervously and continued, "The genius competition back then was held just for show. The organizers enticed regular families to join through luxurious cash prizes. They targeted families that hoped their children could soar to great heights."
