I guess it's a good thing I forgot to ask Toku and Kai to attend this party with me. That would have caused a lot of confusion.
After the crowd's chatter died down, Eugene strode up to the stage and took hold of the mic.
I don't even want to describe how he seemed to be sparkling up there, I regret not bringing sunglasses.
"Ahem. May I get your attention please."
A few words came out of his mouth and the ladies were already starting to sway.
"I give my deepest gratitude towards all of the honored guests who have attended today's party. Since this gathering was hosted by myself, I hope that you will enjoy your time to the fullest. Special thanks to Mr. Mizuki, the close aid of my father David Rose. Also thanks to Kai Suzuki and Toku Ito."
My dad and brothers politely stood up and gave a slight bow as Eugene introduced them to the large crowd.
Murmuring could be heard from many of the young ladies. The slight smile from Kai also caused many to blush, both men and women. Although Toku didn't smile, I still caught many people staring up at him with interest.
However, it was a bit disturbing how some older women also looked at my dad the same way...
As expected, their status as close friends to the Rose family had already made them become the target of many people. In addition, if they could become friends in the first place that means their backgrounds must not be simple either.
"Hey, isn't that the guild leader of Gemstone?!"
"That handsome blonde? Yeah! I was wondering why he seemed so familiar! Oh my god, he's a catch.....so amazing in both the game and in real life!"
My eyebrow twitched.
Brothers, I pray for both of you. I hope you don't get swarmed. Father as well.
But it's interesting that Eugene introduced my family all with separate last names. My family's looks were never similar, our personalities are also all over the place. Having different last names will make people think that we are all unrelated.
This is good, this way if my father's identity as the GM of Sapphire is ever released no one will accuse Kai or Toku of cheating. Since they were also introduced to so many important people by such an influential family like the Rose family.....no one will doubt their information. Toku can figure out what to tell his girlfriend by himself, he's more than capable enough for that.
This is good news for me, this way I can do what I want without worrying about dragging my family into a mess. Eugene probably already got Ryan to change all the information documented of us beforehand. I'll ask Ryan for information on our forged backgrounds once I get his contact information.
Although people at school already know me as Yuri Mizuki, my last name is common so it shouldn't be a problem. I don't look anything like my dad.
"And I would also like to mention the Prime Minister and his family who have come in addition to...."
Eugene kept talking with a bright smile on his face as he smoothly listed off all of the VIPs that had attended. The longer he talked, the more astonishment and awe appeared on the faces of the non-VIPs. The few people who were dissatisfied with the indifferent treatment towards them finally understood that their existences were on the same level as ants compared to the VIPs.
Sometimes I forget how heaven-defying Eugene and his family's status is. Even the Prime Minister can do nothing against them.
Heck, sometimes I forget that my family is on the same level if not higher than them.
I sure feel blessed all of a sudden.
It makes you wonder why someone like me is still bullied at school.
How did it even start again?
If I recall, I definitely deserved it...
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To be honest, before I started being bullied, I was quite the popular person.
And I used to be really full of myself.
Heh.
I know, being bullied has definitely opened my eyes and cut my ego down to size. Thinking back to how I had acted before, perhaps it was inevitable that the awe and envy of people gradually became jealousy and hate.
Yeah, that's what basically happened after I rejected a few dozen guys...and acted stupidly.
I was proud of my looks and flaunted it everywhere, the fact that I always ranked first during exams didn't make things better. I showed off my athletic abilities during PE class yet always refused to go to public track meets due to my pride. I also never joined a club believing that they were a waste of time.
Which of course I still do believe but I don't openly insult them anymore. I respect their dedication now.
Oh, I also made it clear to everyone just how filthy rich I was.
I even stopped the special daily training I had been doing. I promised my mom that I would do them every day but I broke that promise in the end. That's probably the thing I regret most.
Ugh, stupid stupid stupid Yuri.
Whew.....I get shivers whenever I think about how immature I acted back then.
Perhaps it was a good thing I started being bullied or else I would have never changed.
Did I always act so full of myself before? No, not until I transferred to my current school. Not until I realized that this prestigious school that everyone kept praising didn't have anyone better than me.
Then my pride started growing.
I really never expected that the best school in Japan was full of people who weren't geniuses like people said there were. Most were just rich kids who depend on their parents for wealth and popularity.
The only thing that actually met my expectations was the lavishly decorated campus grounds, but that all came from bribes and 'funding' from the student's parents.
Let's just say all my expectations were crushed. I prefer my old school where there are some ACTUAL smart people. Where they ACTUALLY let you learn.
Why am I not standing up against the bullying?
Um, is there really a point?
What will happen even if they stop? It's not like they will suddenly love me. Maybe I'll get some peace during lunches, but I just hide up on the roof. They might stop messing with my textbooks, but I've already memorized it so it doesn't matter.
My reputation? That was shattered up and thrown away a long time ago. Halting physical abuse? That might be a bonus, it's pretty annoying to hide bruises from my family. But they don't hurt and I rarely converse with my family anyways. I spend my time in the Sapphire pod unmoving when I'm at home and don't even see their faces.
So yeah, that's how I concluded that ending the bullying is just a bother. I could do it if I wanted, but I would rather spend that planning time playing Sapphire.
Once I graduate school it won't matter.
Maybe this is simply karma and my punishment for breaking my promise to my mom.
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"...I will now officially announce the opening date for the Yuco Condos. The twin buildings will finish construction in two weeks! Half of the units available have already been pre-bought. Please check the website for further information regarding the housing units, times, and prices. Thank you very much for listening, please enjoy the party!"
Eugene gave a final deep bow to the crowd after wrapping up his long speech.
I didn't really hear most of it but.....
Did he really just say that his buildings were almost finished construction?
How come I never realized that two giant buildings were being constructed nearby?
Also, how rich is this guy gonna get. He's only a high schooler. Already building his own condo complex, you must be kidding me.
This isn't how high schoolers are supposed to be like. My world view may be warped but I still have some common sense okay?
But then....
Ryan has a bounty of over a few million while the rest of them.....
Jack is already known as the Gaming God while Xie is a nationwide celebrity.
Not to mention the other two who love lying low. I'm not sure what they're up to but it's probably something big.
Haha! I really know some weird people.