"Examination?"
Valles explained, "The school regularly tests the knowledge students have learned. Those who perform well can smoothly proceed to the next stage of learning, while students who repeatedly perform poorly may be dismissed. Hence, exams are very important to them, and no one is allowed to disturb during exam periods."
Hearing this, Karsipengpas felt a bit uneasy, "I fear my foolish son might find it difficult to pass such an exam, right?"
"Rochemnix lives with us, and I know him well. Although he was illiterate before coming to school, he is very clever and learns quickly, especially in arithmetic. He easily passed a previous exam, and this time won't be a problem for him, rest assured."
Valles' confident response reassured Karsipengpas. He glanced at the slightly open courtyard gate, then turned around and went to the shade of a large tree nearby.
"The exam will take a while to finish; why don't I show you around the area during the meantime?" Valles suggested.
