Chapter 16

Carlisle’s voice was soft and gentle.

It was as if he suddenly realized that his parents were probably more stress an him.

They had to withstand endless mockery from Gerard and his family. They also had to withstand the neighbors‘ judgemental gaze toward them.

All of this was because of his bad grades.

Furthering one’s education was a big thing in his generation. Most people would look down upon a family if their child failed to get into a university.

In the eyes of most people, only people who manage to get into university will be able to have a bright future.

And that was indeed the case in reality.

Only a great opportunity or knowledge could change one’s future.

Carlisle had been a salesman in his past life. He had a boss who only finished elementary school. But he

had also met a Master’s student who became a regular employee in the firm.

“I believe in you,” Hilda said through teary eyes as she smiled at Carlisle. Then, they brought the goods.

back home.

Gordon only returned home at around 9:00pm. He looked exhausted. There was also a twinge of sadness

in his eyes.

them had dinner together. It was warm and

three days revising. But during the last two days, Sean had

Gordon

few

to relax before the exams.

it was drizzling when Carlisle woke up at six in the

could hear some sounds coming from

“Gordon…”

“What is it?”

Carl up so early?”

woke up to prepare

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for him,” Hilda sald as she turned on

dollar bill from under his pillow and said, “Why don’t you give

quickly and went

did I wake you two up?” Carlisle smiled

did you wake up so early? How will you maintain your energy if

to go to the exam hall with one of

explain why you had to

located at the Beta Complex. It’ll take

You can call a cab there. Come home if you can after

nearby if you can’t. Remember to eat well for the next two days,” Hilda said as she stuffed the 100–dollar bill in

so much money

earned around 800 dollars per month.

taken another job to ensure they’d have enough money

following years, although the pay was low, the price of goods was also

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