"Alright, everyone. Let's gather around!"

Adonis was standing close to the entrance of the Otherworlders' residence.

Beside him was Alicia, but she was mostly silent.

The students began streaming into the living room, curious about what Adonis had to say.

Even the ones holed up in their rooms emerged upon hearing his call.

Before long, everyone had arrived, all seated in their respective chairs or sofas. A few also opted to sit on the quite cool and comfortable floor.

Their eyes filled with anticipation, fixated on Adonis, as they waited patiently for his announcement.

"Maybe some of you already know this, but Alicia and I thought it was high time to catch up with Brutus to plan out our training sessions." Adonis' announcement elicited a few groans, but nothing too serious.

"You don't have to worry. I made it crystal clear to him that we're not signing up for boot camp." Adonis flashed a reassuring grin at his crew. "This won't be like school, I promise. Not even close."

A few laughs were heard from the audience at the last statement, as well as sighs of relief.

In this strange new world, despite the few inconveniences, one thing stood out and made everyone appreciate it even more: there was no school!

For these lively teenagers, the absence of that stressful environment was a breath of fresh air.

Many had worried that this training would become a new version of the dreaded 'school.' But thankfully, Adonis's words brought a wave of relief.

His reassurance sparked hope among them.

"We'll be expected to put in about six hours a day for training. Sounds pretty generous compared to our old school routine, right?" Adonis nodded, flashing a wink as if he were dishing out a grand favor.

"Six hours?" Someone groaned, and a chorus of complaints followed.

"I just wanna chill here a bit longer!"

"Do we get any time for ourselves before—"

"Training starts tomorrow," Adonis declared firmly, setting off an even louder uproar among the students.

Their attitude had shifted, morphing into a bunch of entitled kids grumbling about intensive training.

"Guys, people in this world are dying every day," Alicia pointed out, trying to instill a sense of purpose. "Our primary purpose for being here is to save them. Starting training as soon as possible gives us the best shot at fixing this mess."

Alicia had kept quiet since the meeting started, observing the students' reactions.

However, seeing their response, she felt compelled to step in.

after saying those words shook a few

We're just teenagers trying to live

Adam Sanchez, the

lot of qualities, despite Adam's hair being black and not blond

they couldn't

stood in stark contrast to the selfless and kind Adonis. In this moment, his self-centeredness was on full display for

a line," Adonis responded,

all this time, but that doesn't mean I'll sit here and blindly follow your lead," Adam

plastered on his face as he

don't want to save the world

Adam had the privilege

due to his awful personality, his Karma was remarkably lower than

his single Skill and Class were B-Tier and C-Tier

as much influence as he

"Speak for yourself, dude."

"Just be quiet, Adam."

"Yeah, zip it!"

need you causing unnecessary drama right

didn't you say all

who wouldn't have been able to even squeak in his presence back in school began raining condescending

tables had turned on him pretty

in response to the jeers aimed his way,

about what any of

throwing a tantrum. "I'm

the room, sparking silent gasps that rippled

someone like Adam could refuse training, then

unity among the students, creating disruptions that

Adonis was expected to swiftly address

But...

that's your decision, so be it. Anyone else not interested in training can opt out as well. And if it gets too tough, and you want to bail, that's your choice. I won't force any of you into something you're not

response

wasn't finished

forfeit the benefits those who train will receive.

What kind of privileges?" Adam interrupted, his

the room, each second stretching the tension, until Adonis

this residence is exclusively for those committed to

everyone, painting a clear picture of

Nation was desperate—but only for those dedicated to their cause. If an Otherworlder lacked interest in the mission, there was no reason to invest in them, especially when they already had the Hero on their

and having fun is what you truly want, no one will hold you back. Your adventures can start

whatever..." Adam's voice trailed off, his defiance waning as it

back on track. Training starts

the room. This time, however, he

feel free to opt out. But remember, being late isn't an option. If you

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