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The tension escalates during the moments leading up to the execution of failed students, showcasing a range of human emotions from fear and desperation to the flickering hope for escape. As Laina questions the legitimacy of her and Blake's results, the stakes continue to rise.
Revelations and Consequences
The storyline progresses to a climax when Blake, disguised and infiltrating the school, steals crucial documents that could reveal the truth behind the governor's corrupt scheme. Meanwhile, Laina manages to discover the shocking reality of the grading system as she realizes that brighter students like Ellie, even with high scores, are systematically deemed failures to benefit a larger agenda.