The glowing screen returned, flickering gently.
[Tutorial Mode Activated.]
"What the hell are you?" I whispered under my breath.
[I am the Seduction System. I will assist you in improving your life, appearance, and relationships.]
It sounded robotic but... almost smug?
[First, your stats.]
A new panel appeared:
Name: Alex Carter
Appearance: 4/10 ➡️ 5/10
Confidence: 2/10 ➡️ 3/10
Charm: Locked
Seduction Skills: Locked
I stared in disbelief. "You're saying I'm... average now?"
[Correct. Your potential is unlimited, based on your performance.]
I shook my head. "This is crazy..."
[New Mission: Get a girl's phone number.]
[Reward: +1 Charisma, Unlock Charm Skill.]
[Penalty: Confidence -1.]
The glowing panel hovered in front of me as I paced my tiny apartment that night, nerves clawing at my insides. Was I hallucinating? Maybe I hit my head at work. But every time I closed my eyes, the panel lingered.
The System was real.
"Guess it's sink or swim," I muttered.
Tomorrow, my first real mission.