Chapter 6 Reference to Young People

A rare light rain made the early morning in the hot city noisy.

People ran outside excitedly and enthusiastically, bathing their bodies in the dripping rain, with smiles on their faces like blooming flowers.

It was as if I had encountered the happiest thing in the world.

Unfortunately, when a melodious bell sound suddenly came from the direction of the cathedral in the city center, the gorgeous flowers that had just bloomed suddenly withered.

The bells rang clearly, one after another, constantly urging the residents of this city.

Tell them regularly that it’s time to go to work.

The honking of cars and the shouting of passers-by then became the mainstream tune of the city.

However, not everyone needs to work to survive.

At the same time as the bells rang, people in white robes gradually appeared around the cathedral.

At first they were sparse, but soon they became dense.

They stood in groups of two or three in the large square in front of the church, buzzing with all kinds of discussions.

The loud noise made Sister Lily feel as if she was in a vegetable market.

"It's really strange, why are there so many spectators in this assessment?"

A companion nearby whispered, "Isn't it possible that most of the extraordinary people in the country have come to join in the fun?"

"They all came to see the genius that Father Matthew brought back."

Lily said so.

If you just listen to the discussions around you, you will find out.

Everything related to the air crash is still under "investigation".

But what the truth is is basically no longer a secret because the priest submitted a case report.

Everyone was obviously very curious about the legendary super genius, so in the past few days, people from other cities in the country continued to arrive.

This not only made people sigh, but also made the newly arrived stranger who came to take the test seem like a big star, and everyone around him couldn't wait to see him.

But local people like them are like some minions, hiding in the corners and no one cares about them.

"Just prepare yourself. The assessment won't be long before it begins."

When her companions expressed their curiosity about the legendary Andy, Sister Lily calmly said, "What others are like is none of our business."

"But do you think he can really drive away evil spirits with his impromptu doodles?"

The companion obviously didn't listen to Lily's words, "If that's the case, then his talent is too terrifying, isn't it?"

"Pope Garde III did something even more amazing than him, but at that time, His Holiness was already an experienced old man, and he still used oil painting."

"Oil painting, you know, it takes a lot of time to finish one..."

"Father Matthew never lies."

Facing her companion's doubts, Lily replied, "If he says yes, then it must be. Otherwise, do you think these people would come all the way here to join in the fun just because they heard a few rumors?"

"But I still don't believe that a few strokes can drive away evil spirits. This is not scientific at all - uh, do you understand what I mean?"

Of course Lily understood, but she didn't think it was necessary to bother with her companions on this matter.

So while her companions chattered on, she gathered the hem of her black nun's robe, bent over and sat on the marble steps in front of the cathedral, and lowered her head to flip through a book.

They are nuns from a convent in this city. After passing this assessment, the extraordinary profession they are going to take up is also "nun".

This profession is considered to be a peaceful one.

But when the news about Andy was heard, there was still a stir in the convent.

Lily knew clearly that her companion's nagging now was not out of disbelief, but out of resentment.

Because of resentment, one will try to find unreasonable things to question.

This mentality is normal.

After all, for locals like them, who were born into the extraordinary class, it would take more than ten years of hard training to become extraordinary people.

A foreign kid from an ordinary family, who had done nothing wrong, could come and cut in line without any hesitation...

Why?

Who wouldn't be annoyed after hearing this? People like them are still good.

Lily knew that the reservists like them in the Knights' Court and the Inquisition immediately started cursing when they learned about this.

He also threatened that when the assessment began, he would definitely give the so-called genius a warning.

Lily didn't think highly of them.

The extraordinary people are in a class, but there are still classes within the extraordinary class.

When Father Matthew values ​​someone, even if that person has a pig brain, he is definitely not someone that ordinary people can mess with.

Not to mention a genius.

However, the momentum is too strong, which may not be a good thing...

Lily watched the huge noise in the square from the corner of her eye and couldn't help but think deeply.

So she whispered to her companion, "When Andy shows up later, don't get close to him."

"Get closer to him?"

The girl companion, who was wearing a black and white nun's robe, was surprised when she heard this, "Who would be interested in a little boy?"

"I'm talking about business."

Lily frowned when she heard this, "Although——"

"Look, it's Anthony!"

The companion suddenly interrupted Lily and grabbed her arm, shaking it excitedly. "He, he actually came to our place to take the test! Oh my God, this is really rare!"

Anthony?

Lily was stunned.

This name represents the most famous talent in the country in recent years and the most dazzling new star of their generation.

He has a humble character and is well-educated, and is very popular among the younger generation, especially young girls.

Before Andy appeared, Anthony was the most talked-about person.

And now, he actually came over here too? Lily was a little surprised by this. She followed her companion's instructions and saw a handsome young man with blond hair, blue eyes and a tall figure.

Like her, the boy also had companions around him, not just one, but a group.

And those people...

After a little thought, she was even more surprised.

Because not only that rising star, but also many famous and outstanding figures of the younger generation from all over the country came here!

"They must be fed up with the arrogance of that foreign kid, so they came here to take the test."

His companions gloated over his misfortune.

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

Lily was speechless after hearing this.

Could the so-called rising stars be a group of simple-minded, attention-seeking young people? After today's final assessment, the students will graduate and enter the society. Although their future is bright, they will no longer be taken care of as before.

Therefore, this assessment is actually quite important to them.

Whether you can be valued and cultivated by bigwigs and whether you can stand out from mediocrity depends on your performance in the future.

According to Lily, the talented Anthony had his "graduation" delayed several times because of this.

The purpose is to accumulate strength and wait for the opportunity to put on a solo show that will make a national sensation.

And now that he can come here, there must be some other factors involving a greater future that makes him not intend to hold it in any longer.

What is the reason?

Lily was a little curious about this.

But the area around the square was crowded and chaotic, and there was nothing special to see no matter how you looked at it.

So she had to retract her gaze and lower her head to continue reading her book.

No matter what the reason, Anthony and others' arrival could not have been for a little foreign kid.

…

Among all the reserve teenagers who came from outside to participate in the assessment, Anthony has the highest fame and the best appearance, but he is a very low-key person.

Arriving at the square in front of the church, he hardly spoke a word as he mingled with a group of people his age.

Just keep smiling and listen to other people's conversations.

"If a genius that the Chief Exorcist values ​​is suppressed by someone else, it naturally means that this person is a greater genius."

No one has a good attitude towards people who cut in line, and one of the brown-haired boys is now expressing his opinion on this.

"I don't think the priest would lie, so I don't think any of us can compare to that guy in terms of talent."

"But the assessment is not just about talent."

"And even if it's talent, it's divided into literary and martial arts."

"You understand me, don't you?"

"You mean, a group of people versus one?"

Someone expressed a different opinion, "Even if we win, it's not a glorious thing, right?"

“Not glorious, but useful.”

The brown-haired boy said, “And my idea is just to hope that everyone can compete with their best abilities.

"With that foreigner as a comparison target, it doesn't matter if we lose, but winning will make us stand out more."

"After all, we are nothing, and he is a super genius."

This self-deprecating and self-mocking remark caused the young people around to frown in unison.

They all think that they are not brainless idiots, and they all agree that the legendary super genius must be very powerful.

But after all, I have never seen it with my own eyes.

When they feel the other party's "privileges", when their former limelight is suddenly crushed by a foreigner, they will eventually feel dissatisfied.

…

Anthony, who had remained silent the entire time, had different ideas about this.

When he was alone with his close friends, away from the group of young men, he whispered, "The old gentleman must have arrived."

"He should be here for Andy."

"so what."

The friend frowned when he heard this: "Are you also planning to use your best skills to win the attention of that old gentleman?"

"Of course, this opportunity is so rare, I must seize it!"

"But it's not necessary."

My friend said bluntly, "I think the guy's idea just now is stupid. Only a fool would listen to his opinion."

"It's really stupid. Their emotions have clouded their judgment."

Anthony nodded in agreement, "But what we need to do is to get close to Andy and assist him, and strive to become his comrade-in-arms."

"Instead of working against him."

(End of this chapter)