The debate club's lecture hall was buzzing. Students filled the seats, eager to watch the tryouts—especially after hearing rumors of John's transformation. Jessica was already seated up front, her eyes occasionally meeting John's.
John took a deep breath, feeling the system's presence.
[Main Quest: Dominate the Debate Club Tryouts. Reward: Reputation +20, Random Advanced Skill!]
As the tryouts began, each participant was assigned a topic and an opponent. When John's turn came, he faced Alex, the club's undefeated debater.
Alex smirked. "Ready to embarrass yourself, Miller?"
John smiled calmly. The moderator announced the topic—should the school implement stricter campus regulations?
Alex launched into an aggressive argument, quoting statistics and delivering clever lines. The audience nodded, impressed.
When it was John's turn, he stood tall, every word sharp and confident. With the Perfect Memory skill, he recalled books, laws, and cases with ease. The system added a subtle glow to his words, making them irresistibly persuasive.
The crowd was silent as John dismantled Alex's arguments one by one, exposing flaws, presenting evidence, and ending with a powerful conclusion:
"True progress comes from trust, not just control. If we want a better school, let's inspire—not suppress."
Thunderous applause erupted. Even the club president looked stunned.
[Quest Completed! Reward: Reputation +20, Skill Unlocked: Silver Tongue (Advanced Eloquence).]
[Special Notice: Jessica Carter is highly impressed. Hidden Affection +10.]
Jessica rushed over, beaming. "That was amazing! I've never seen anyone debate like that. You have to join the team!"
John grinned. "Thanks. I'd love to."
More students gathered around, eager to congratulate John, some even asking for advice or selfies. In an instant, the label of "campus nobody" vanished—he had become the new school legend.
Mike and Chris watched in awe. "Bro, you're on fire! What's your secret?"
John winked. "Let's just say I got a little help from destiny."
As the sun set, John received a new system alert:
[Bonus Mission: Form your own club or society to expand your influence. Reward: Leadership Talent, Special Event Unlocked.]
He smiled, ready for the next challenge. The entire school was his stage now—and he intended to rule it.
The legend of John Miller was only just beginning.