Earthling in Uncharted Dimensions

Chapter 362: Life of Tarina Colene

It was Jonathan's turn to console the girl and he tried his best. Luckily, the girl quickly wiped her tears and plastered a smile on her face before she raised her head to meet his gaze. Yet, Jonathan was able to see the sadness struggling behind the grin.

"You can tell me."

Jonathan had a stern face when he conveyed that she doesn't need to cry alone. He also added that he does not have a friend yet and extended his invitation to be acquaintances.

Happily, she nodded in agreement and introduced herself-

"M-my name is Tarina Colene."

Jonathan frowned lightly and he glanced at the prideful girl through the corner of his eyes before gazing back at Tarina.

"So...you both are siblings?"

Jonathan asked in a soft voice an the girl denied it shaking her head. She hesitated to answer and Jonathan had to give her the courage to open up.

"It's okay. We all have tough times in our lives where we are degraded and humiliated by others. But to keep your head high when the whole world mocks you is an accomplishment only a few can achieve.

Remember, other's insult is the investment for our success."

Tarina stared into Jonathan's eyes with surprise and wonder. Her sadness flew away as his voice fell in her ears. Somehow, she felt comfortable and at ease.

Jonathan detected her change in expressions and awaited her reply. It took her some time, but she finally had the courage.

"I am her father's illegitimate daughter..."

Tarina began to narrate her life story. Born as an illegitimate daughter, she was subjected to merciless days and disgusting stares of her household. Her father was concerned about her condition, but the mistress was adamant in keeping her that way.

At an early age, Sabryna and Tarina were boson friends,]. Then one day, Sabryna began to call her servant. This change devastated Tarina as she accepted her reality without complaining.

Though Tarina did almost all work in the mansion, the servants were merciful to her. They occasionally helped the little girl from the shadows and they gave her love which she wasn't able to receive from her father or deceased mother.

When Sabryna was 12, Mr Colene took her for an affinity test. He also ordered his trustworthy servants to bring Tarina to the location without the mistress' knowledge.

Sabryna was able to acquire Fire element affinity while Tarina was her opposite, Water element. Without delaying a moment, he filled the application for both of his children and send them away to the academy immediately. He knew that if his wife came to know about Tarina's affinity, she would make her life a living hell!

By the time the mistress of the Colene household came to know about this, both of them were halfway to the Equilion city. Sabryna travelled by carriage while Tarina was accompanied by an elderly servant who considered her as his own daughter. The horse ride for hours long was exhausting yet they endured.

Within five minutes, Tarina narrated her life events like a short story. Jonathan felt sorry for her state and had an urge to meet her father and punch him in the face, but he restrained himself.

Jonathan wondered how she got chubby but he didn't dare to question. He was afraid that the query might break her down if she took it as fat-shaming.

The applause had died down and there was an awkward silence between Tarina and Jonathan. He was wondering what to ask while she was wondering what his response might be.

Luckily, a young man in his mid-twenties appeared at the door with a delighted smile.

"Children, please follow me for your affinity training."

The word 'Affinity' caught the entire class' attention and students leapt over tables and ran behind the young man. Within a few seconds, the class population was cut down to a quarter. When all the students exited the room, Jonathan and Tarina stood up and walked out of the door and to the Affinity Training Hall.

They were the last ones to enter the hall and stares welcomed them. While the atmosphere remained slightly uncomfortable, the young professor introduced with a hyped-up attitude.

"My name is Glen Jonas and I'm assigned to give you an introduction about the attributes and elements. I'm in your care."

The silly smile that existed on Glen's face was amusing and the atmosphere lightened up. After cracking a few jokes, professor Glen took out a folded paper from the inside of his coat.

"Oh my, you guys are 38 in total. I wonder what all affinities I might witness."

The astonishment in his voice was clearly exaggerated while his face moved in sync with the tone. Though Jonathan noticed it, he did not mind it. He stood close to Tarina in case someone tried to mock her.

"My my, we have an elf!"

Glen stared at Jonathan with amazement and sparkle in his eyes. Though he knew that it was all an act, he felt it was too much for the occasion.

"Can you please step forward, student ...?"

"Jonathan."

"Ah yes, Jonathan."

Professor Glen gave off a childish vibe as he immediately scurried through the name list. Jonathan immediately spelt out his name and the professor giggle like a kid.

'Maybe this guy IS nuts.'

Jonathan was starting to doubt the character of the professor as he stepped forward. Glen skimmed over the names as he mumbled them to himself.

He then folded the name list and placed it back inside his jacket and said to Jonathan-

"Please tell me that you have a racial affinity."

Jonathan did not reply verbally and only nodded. This caused the students to suck in a mouthful of air. Additionally, Sabryna was scowling at him.

"Okay then, listen here fellas."

Glen snapped his fingers and a gust of wind swept past them. Every student was astonished upon this windy revelation.

'This guy is seriously strong.'

Was the first thing that came up in Jonathan's mind.