It hurt him the first few months, and gradually, Khal had grown accustomed to it. His parents' words rang true in his mind: move forward and survive.
That was the most important thing.
He dedicated most of his time to learning in the Institute, both academically and esper related. Khal focused mostly on mana perception. He found out that he was perceptive in this area, although he had yet to officially awaken.
Days and months passed until Khal had spent 5 years in the institution. Khal reached 13 years old.
The time he entered the academy, a direct affiliation of the Esper Institute. He was an orphan, and most of his expenses were covered under a welfare program.
Fortunately, Khal did not have any hobbies and saved almost all of his money allowance except for his food. He also worked under an institute researcher, using his enhanced mana perception to help from time to time.
Through that, he saved some money on his own.
