Cosmic Ruler-Chapter 182: Freshman again

Everyone else just watched quietly as Chloe dragged Aiden inside, but seeing him retreat, their opinions of him dropped even further. Especially for those who had been first rank on their respective days, they now felt that if they had been present on that day, they would have been the true Rank 1, not him.

They all sneered and then left with the same thoughts in their minds, ’Enjoy your rank for three months only, Aiden.’

As they were leaving, suddenly a murderous intent filled the surroundings. They all looked at the source and found it was Ramona.

Many gulped, intimidated by her presence.

After glaring at Aiden, she left without a word.

"Why do you think she’s that angry?" someone asked as she stormed off and entered her room.

"Why else? Definitely because that coward is Rank 1," another student snorted.

"Yes, after all, she was the Rank 1 of the second day. Maybe she’s angry she lost her position to a coward," another chimed in, as if flattering her despite her absence.

Many sneered, nodding in agreement, and talked among themselves. By nightfall, rumors had spread throughout the academy that this year’s top ranker was a coward who had won his position by luck.

It was all fueled by the idiots who fancied Ramona, thinking their actions would earn her favor. How pitiful they would feel if they knew the truth. Ramona was actually angry at Chloe for occupying Aiden’s attention. If they realized this, they might have been driven to despair.

The only reason Ramona showed animosity was because she was furious with Chloe, not Aiden. She believed Chloe was stealing what was hers. Ramona’s anger simmered because she knew Chloe was Aiden’s childhood friend and also one of his future wives.

Therefore, she left with anger instead of barging into Aiden’s room and throwing Chloe out.

Others misunderstood her anger and spread those false rumors, painting Aiden as a coward.

The next morning, Aiden came out of his room and knocked on Chloe’s door. After some talking, Chloe had left for her room the night before, telling Aiden to wake her up in the morning.

Now, Aiden was doing the same thing, having woken up early and reached Chloe’s room.

"What is it, Aiden?" Chloe opened the door after some time, rubbing her eyes cutely and yawning.

"Go get ready. Tomorrow is our first day after all," Aiden said with a smile, amused by her sleepy demeanor.

Chloe nodded and then closed the door. "Don’t go back to sleep again!" Aiden shouted from outside before heading back to his room.

Chloe groaned softly, but she knew Aiden was right. She quickly got ready, her mind filled with anticipation for the day’s events. As she dressed, she thought about the rumors that had spread the night before. She knew they were baseless and intended to undermine Aiden’s position, but it still bothered her.

Meanwhile, Aiden prepared himself, mentally going over the speech he had to give at the freshman party.

"Hah, why do I have to go through this again?" he muttered to himself, looking into the mirror with a helpless sigh.

Children’s banter was the least of his worries. He wasn’t going to engage in petty arguments. What truly bothered him was having to go through school once more.

’No, wait. What if I use that spell?’ Suddenly, a light bulb went off in his head as he remembered a spell that could help him.

"Using it, I can attend school and explore the outside world at the same time," Aiden smiled to himself.

"Hmm, but it needs a tremendous amount of Mana and Divine energy, both of which I currently lack. It seems I have to train my cute, chubby disciple seriously, at least until he can produce these energies," Aiden thought. With that plan in mind, he finished getting ready and stepped out of his room.

After getting ready, Chloe met Aiden outside his room. They exchanged smiles and compliments.

"This uniform suits you," Aiden said, admiring Chloe’s outfit.

Her uniform was a stunning blend of black and red, exuding both elegance and a hint of fierceness. The top was a deep, rich red, tailored to fit perfectly, accentuating her figure without compromising comfort. It featured delicate, gold-embroidered patterns along the edges, adding a touch of sophistication.

The sleeves were long and slightly puffed at the shoulders, tapering down to fitted cuffs adorned with small, silver buttons.

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The skirt was jet black, made from a high-quality fabric that shimmered subtly under the light. It was knee-length with a slight flare, allowing for easy movement, and had a thin red stripe running along the hem, matching the top perfectly. The waistband was decorated with a small, golden emblem of the academy, symbolizing her pride and belonging.

Chloe completed her outfit with black stockings and sleek, polished black shoes with a modest heel. Her hair, flowing naturally, complemented the uniform, enhancing her overall appearance of youthful elegance and determination.

"And yours, it seems like it was made especially for you," Chloe responded.

Aiden’s uniform was equally striking, a white and red theme that commanded attention. The white top was crisp and clean, with a high collar and gold trim along the edges. The fabric was light yet sturdy, tailored to provide a comfortable fit that allowed freedom of movement. The buttons were made of polished brass, gleaming under the light.

The top featured intricate red patterns, woven into the fabric with an almost magical precision. These patterns depicted ancient symbols and runes, hinting at the academy’s storied history. A red sash was tied around his waist, secured with a golden buckle engraved with the academy’s emblem.

His pants were also white, made from a durable yet comfortable material. They were perfectly tailored, fitting snugly but not restrictively, allowing him to move with ease. Red lines ran down the sides, mirroring the patterns on his top and adding a touch of flair.

Over his shirt, Aiden wore a distinguished coat, white with red accents. The coat had a high collar and extended to mid-thigh, with red trim along the edges and cuffs. The most striking feature was the detailed embroidery on the back: a large red flower with a dragon coiled around it, symbolizing strength and resilience.

The dragon’s eyes were tiny, sparkling gems, catching the light and giving the impression of life.

His footwear consisted of white boots with red laces and gold buckles, completing his authoritative and composed look.

" The colors perfectly maches your hair, though if it was blue instead of red then it would have been perfectly made for you " Chloe said.

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Aiden shrugged and then both of them walked together to the the hall of thai big mansion where their freshman party is going to be held.

Aiden shrugged, and then both of them walked together to the hall of the big mansion where their freshman party was going to be held.

While on the way, they met other students. Most looked at them with disgust, and some even offered Chloe the chance to walk with them instead of Aiden, calling him a "filthy cheating trash."

Many times Chloe almost fought with them, but Aiden always restrained her. "It’s okay," he said.

"How can you not be angry at them?" Chloe asked angrily.

"Well, they are lying, so why would I be angry at baseless rumors?" Aiden replied nonchalantly.

Chloe rolled her eyes at Aiden and said, "Then what about the time when you almost fought with our fifth brother when he lied about you stealing his cake?"

Hearing her, Aiden’s calm face broke into an embarrassed smile.

"Ahem, I was angry for a different reason," Aiden replied in his defense.

"Yes, yes, if it helps you save face, why not," Chloe snorted and then began to walk ahead, leaving Aiden behind.

Aiden looked at her back, scratched his head, and then began to follow her.

But as he was moving, someone suddenly grabbed his hand and interlocked their fingers with his.

Aiden looked to his side and found a red-haired beauty in a black dress like Chloe’s.

"I didn’t even sense her," Aiden thought, frightened, as he hadn’t been able to sense her approaching, much less her interlocking her hand with his.

"It seems your dress is one of the Rank 1 perks," Ramona said, looking around at the other boys’ outfits.

Like Chloe or any other student, everyone else’s dress was black and red-themed. Only Aiden’s dress was white and red-themed, with the dragon and flower pattern.

"Hmm, though I have to say it suits you," Ramona’s soft, raspy voice tickled his ears as she said this.

Aiden tried to pull his hand away from her, but she didn’t let go.

"Why are you so eager to get away from me?" Ramona pouted and pushed herself closer to Aiden. "It’s not like I’m going to eat you," Ramona said, licking her lips.

"Please eat me... No, I meant, why the fuck is a six-year-old’s body this developed? It seems it is true people here mature at the age of ten," Aiden mentally cursed himself. In a swift motion, he managed to slip away from Ramona.

Ramona, noticing his discomfort, laughed softly. "Aiden, you really are amusing," she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief.

Aiden, now free from her grasp, maintained a safe distance. "I have somewhere to be," he said, trying to sound calm and composed.

Ramona smiled, a knowing look in her eyes. "Don’t worry, Aiden. I’ll see you at the party," she said, her tone both playful and serious.

Aiden nodded and then ran ahead after Chloe.