80 Parental Talk (1/2)

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”Excellent performance.”

Another heartfelt praise came from Carl, honestly he wasn't even sure just where lies the limits of these kids. All of them performed beautifully and if he was being honest, it seems like these test are literally easy for them.

”According to the rule of the Promotional Tests, passing 3 tests consecutively is already enough to guarantee your entry to the Inner Branch…”

This information is a well known fact by everyone in the Institute. Strength, speed and perception tests are arranged according to the regular prowess of someone at their cultivation realm. If these kids wanted to, then they could already enter the Inner Court and enjoy the status as well joining the battle for supremacy in there. Carl knew that there are some several influential individuals watching the tests right now, the ones who are blending in the crowd are not counted.

”But true to our nature, Heavenly Cloud Institute's aim is to nurture geniuses that would someday protect the safety of our kingdom. We promised to support your growth as much as we could so that you people will grow up to be a splendid Knights.”

”And because of that. We are giving you a chance to become a part of the Genius Class. All you have to do, is to attempt the last two tests. You will be judged accordingly by your performance. Do you want to continue?”

With no hesitations or whatsoever, the crew nodded their heads eagerly. This is the moment that they're waiting for, this is where they will make their first mark.

”Excellent! You are free to rest for an hour. Afterwards, you may return here and we will continue the tests.”

This announcement astounded the crowd, everyone felt giddy with excitement.

How could they not? Just the prospect of seeing candidates for Genius Class is a great news for them.

Joining the Genius Class of the Heavenly Cloud Institute might be the highest glory one could bring their their family. This section behaved differently compared to regular classes of the Inner Branch. This is where the elites are gathered so that's somehow understandable. If one stayed in the genius class for just a year, they will be rewarded with a title of Nobility. This includes a plot of land, servants, and many more. But to the people that are thinking that that's too easy, they're terribly wrong.

The fight for resources is toughest in the Genius Class. Earning merit points is a lot harder there compared to the normal class. The missions that are given to the Genius Class are specialized and they will be forced to participate in missions if they wanted to stay. There's also a biannual tournament, and those who failed to meet the mark would be eliminated in the class, no questions asked.

Meanwhile, the crew separated and went towards their own family. Raven, Anne and Ellen went to where their parents are, Mark along with Paul and Luna went towards the room where the Dean Ian and Leon were.

Raven was tussled by his bawling mother before he could even go to their seat. Eva wiped his sweat and continuously asked if he was hurt or stressed enough. It took him a great deal of convincing that he was fine and wasn't hurt before she calmed down. Behind her, Luis was also there, he stretched his hand and ruffled Raven's hair.

”You brat. You didn't say anything! Don't you know? You're mom 'malfunctioned' again after hearing you're participating in the Promotional Tests.”

Raven froze a little bit before chuckling wryly, it's been a while since he heard his father describe his mother's strange behavior whenever she's incredibly anxious about his well being.

”Eh, I thought it was a nice surprise right?” Raven smiled and took his parents back to their seat. He sat in the middle of them and then he was bombarded with questions.

”Yeah it certainly was a nice surprise. But how did you guys do it? I mean it haven't been a long time since you were just in the beginning stages, now you guys are just about ready to be a Warrior!” Luis questioned.

”Medicine, Dad. Medicine.” Raven answered.

”Care to elaborate?” Luis raised his brow and asked.

”Remember the time when I gave you the jade slips?” Luis thought back and nodded, he could still remember that since if it weren't for those jade slips, along with the medicine that's inside the chest, he won't be standing as a Half-step Silver Knight right now.