Researcher Mahan, Instructor Valdin, and many of Simon's classmates were surprised by the fact that Simon stepped forward.
They believed that it would take some time before he chose to step forward. But to their surprise, he was the third to step forward.
Those in his class who looked down at Simon with disdain and those who held a grudge with him did not even bother to hide their emotions toward Simon.
A few whispered, and Simon could hear every whisper through his superb hearing and with the assistance of the wind.
"Does that slave think he's something just because he asked a couple of questions?"
"Look at him. A slave and an inferior hybrid. Inferior both in status and race. I wouldn't want to be him."
"I'm sure his mother and father must be disappointed in him. Such a talentless and unfortunate waste."
"No. His mother and father are also wastes and useless trash. Imagine carrying trash inside of you for months."
