Chapter 21 Entrance Exam Begin 7

Aunt Kiah smiled slightly, taking a good look at Ethen Cole, seemingly a bit surprised by his handsome appearance.

For the second assessment, parents were allowed to be present. Aunt Kiah had come specifically to cheer for her son, Azfar Ren.

Aunt Kiah glanced over Ethen Cole's attire, particularly pausing on his oversized, ill fitting leather jacket.

Her eyes unconsciously flickered with a hint of disdain.

She could guess that Ethen Cole's leather jacket was most likely given to him by Uncle Yazali, who collected junk.

Otherwise, given Ethen Cole's status as an orphan, he wouldn't even have second hand clothes to wear.

Then she looked at her son, Azfar Ren, standing beside her in a brand new, branded tracksuit, looking well fed and chubby.

Aunt Kiah sighed, reflecting on how different people's lives can be despite their similarities.

"my child Azfar, this is your brother Ethen cole. You used to play together back then, so greet him," Aunt Kiah said, nudging her son Azfar Ren's arm as a signal.

Azfar Ren, who was the same age as Ethen Cole, often played with him when they were younger.

At that time, Ethen Cole's personality was even more assertive; he was the leader of the kids. Therefore, the somewhat timid Azfar Ren always called Ethen Cole "Little Boss Ethen."

At this moment, upon hearing Aunt Kiah's words, Ethen Cole finally noticed Azfar Ren.

Now, Azfar Ren had grown up and looked quite well nourished, at least significantly sturdier than Ethen Cole.

Yet, his face still revealed traces of the "follower of Boss Ethen" from back in the day.

After not seeing each other for several years, Ethen Cole immediately felt a sense of warmth.

"Little Azfar."

"Brother boss Ethen ."

Azfar Ren greeted him politely, his eyes sparkling with excitement as he looked at Ethen Cole.

Although his standard of living had improved significantly after his mother remarried, Azfar Ren lost friends and happiness in the process.

Seeing his childhood playmate now filled him with joy.

The two childhood friends were eager to reconnect, and Ethen Cole promptly reached out to place his hand on Azfar Ren's shoulder.

Azfar Ren also placed his hands on Ethen Cole's shoulder.

However, just as they were about to catch up, Aunt Kiah reached out and knocked Azfar Ren's arm away.

"Mom!"

Azfar Ren looked at his mother in surprise, not understanding why she did this.

Ethen Cole was also taken aback and turned to look at Aunt Kiah.

Aunt Kiah deliberately put on a scolding tone for Azfar Ren and said, "my child Azfar, how many times have I told you not to touch unclean things with your hands?"

Unclean?

Is she saying my clothes are unclean?

Ethen Cole was aware of his poverty and the fact that he wore second hand clothes.

However, he took great care to stay tidy, and he regularly cleaned this leather jacket. How could it be considered unclean?

He was about to ask Aunt Kiah to clarify, but she spoke first.

She addressed her son in a tone akin to scolding a 3 year old child.

"my child Azfar, do you know that Ethen kid's clothes were picked up from a scrap yard? Who knows how many people have worn them before? How can you dare to touch them with your hands? You're about to take the second exam, and if you catch bacteria and fall sick, what then? Do you want to end up like him, living in a shantytown for life? Don't forget, your current status is that of a city people!"

Aunt Kiah chattered on, continuing her speech.

"My child Azfar, I know you used to play well with your Big brother Ethen. But times have changed, and you're both 18 now. When making friends in the future, you must consider the other person's educational background and social status; you can't be as reckless as before. If you want to be an outstanding battle pet master, you need to befriend wealthy people. If you hang out with poor friends, there's no hope for your life…"

After criticizing her own son, Aunt Kiah turned to Ethen Cole and continued with a tone of earnestness.

"Ethen kid, Auntie understands it's not easy for you. Just completing high school is quite an achievement. The university entrance exam is really difficult; it's not something people like you can pass. You need to face reality. How about this, Auntie brought a camera; you and My child Azfar can take a picture together. That way, you can show it off occasionally in front of the old folks in the shantytown. After all, not everyone can have a 'prospective university student' friend like My child Azfar…"

"Enough!"

Ethen Cole's face darkened.

The enthusiasm he initially felt for their childhood friendship was completely extinguished by Aunt Kiah's domineering remarks.

Isn't it just that she remarried to a city commoner? Isn't it just that she has a son who might go to university? Why is she showing off like this! Just as Ethen Cole was considering whether to tell Aunt Kiah his initial exam results to bring her down a notch, the voice of the exam hall's broadcast sounded.

"The second subject assessment is about to begin. All candidates, please proceed to your respective areas according to your school and register your personal identity information."

Upon hearing this, the candidates at the scene immediately rushed to different desks to register their identities.

"Brother Ethen, please don't argue with my mom..."

Azfar Ren, no longer a child, clearly realized that his mother's words were excessive and immediately apologized to Ethen Cole.

But Ethen Cole interrupted Azfar Ren's words, "I wish you all the best."

Nodding at Azfar Ren, Ethen Cole turned away, calling Hakimi Nash along to register.

"Hmph, still pretending! I don't believe that a golden phoenix can fly out of the shantytown!"

Aunt Kiah clenched her teeth and then smacked her son's head.

"Stay away from him from now on! What future can a young man from the shantytown have!"

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