The graduation day is here. I walk inside the school's hall, where all students, including all the first year, and seniors have arrived. Looking at the situation, the graduation ceremony will start in a few minutes.
[Today is the last day.] The ball reminds me.
"Today is the last day..." I repeat the ball's sentence. Of course, I know what it means. The graduation ceremony is marked as the end of my mission. The original owner will return after the male lead's speech. For me, it's a farewell to everyone especially, to Alex and doctor Maya. They are the only ones to know about my existence.
I walk alone towards the special seat for students council members.
"Welcome, everyone!" Vincent greets everyone with a polite smile on his usually serious face. "I will give this speech as the senior's representative, a school president, and as a friend."
"Today, we are celebrating the end of another year and also to face another parting." There is a hint of loss in his voice. He looks at everyone under the stage in front of him. After pausing for a few seconds, he let out a smile.
"First and foremost, congratulation!" His congratulatory earns him rounds of applause from many students. He stops for a minute until the applause dies down before continuing his speech with a smile.
"Everyone is an incredible group of people. Particularly as many of us have succeeded and achieved many things at a young age. No matter how big or small it is, as long it brings benefit to everyone, be proud of it. Against so many odds, I have to tell you all that I am massively proud, happy. I'm also extremely impressed by all of you." His words make everyone smile. After all, a compliment from someone as serious as Che Vincent is very rare.
I smile while looking at Vincent giving his speech. From this seat, I can clearly see all of his expressions. It feels funny how he didn't have any feeling for the female lead in the end. He only focuses on his work and does not forget to give me a lot of work. 'After he leaves, I can take a breath.'
"Now that we have become qualified adults, I'd like you to consider it your personal responsibility to be the guardians of everyone's future. There's nothing greater than becoming a hero and role model to everyone around us. We now also hold the future in our hands. Let's work together to create a future where everyone is working together to create another great future for everyone."
"We need solutions to problems, therefore we should be the key and the source of problem-solving. Don't become the source of trouble and problems."
"In fact, my job is also everyone's job. Our job is to fully support everyone's ambitions, wherever they are and at whatever level, whether they wish to go slow or fast, regardless of age, start-point, or background, without unnecessary barriers. We want to make sure we are equipping each and every student without any discrimination."
"I'd also like to recognize the exceptional work done by these people behind me and in fact all members of staff at the Students' Council, whose dedication and commitment are essential in providing such high-quality services." Vincent looks in the student council's direction with a smile.
I realize he also looks at me a few seconds longer. 'I feel a little disturbance.'
"-and most importantly, please reflect on your achievements. You can celebrate it with your families and friends who have supported you. You should thank them for their valued support and sacrifices which were an integral part of your studies. Make them even more proud of you as you develop your careers in the future."
Everyone gives him a round of applause as his speech is coming to an end. But, there are still smiles on Vincent's face, much to my suspicion.
"As always, I will choose a student to take over my position. Someone who I believe is capable and reliable. Despite her background, that person will receive my full support." Vincent's claims are received by many gasp sounds. This is because, from his sentences, it can be seen that the next president is not from someone with a rich background. Despite that, the person will get his full support. It means that the new president is still not a person to be taken lightly.
"I wonder who that person is..." I mumble to myself while looking at Vincent's expression. It's probably not Caroline because much difficult work is done by me. "Thanks to Alice and Becca's contribution." I roll my eyes as both of them are the cause of my overworking. "I have a bad feeling..." A frown appears on my face.
"-and the person who will take the position of the president after me is Avaline Ricks!"
"..." I watch as everyone's attention is on me. I look at Alice's face, then at Becca's face. Both of them are also important when deciding on the next president. It seems like they really put their trust in me. Becca gives me an encouraging smile while Alice still has the same serious expression. I force a smile on my face as everyone gives me another round of applause. 'Welp, at least it won't be me to do all the work.' I let out a defeated sigh and smiled at Vincent. He returns a smirk at me.
"That's all from me. Thank you, everyone!" And that marks the end of my mission. If it was in the original plotlines, his speech would be about how he exposed Becca's crime. Then, he will choose Caroline as his successor. But, this time, no one is getting exposed, and I have become the next president.
Not long after, I see a notification appear in front of me.
[MISSION: SAVE THE VILLAINESS.]
[STATUS: COMPLETE.]
[LEAVING THE MISSION WORLD IN 3 MINUTES]
'It feels like a dream.' I let out a weak sigh. With a smile on my face, I look at Caroline's face. She is smiling at me while mouthing a congratulation. Then I look at Becca's face. I guess she's happy and safe under Dr. Maya's care. She sees me looking at her and not forgetting to give me a smile. I nod at her before looking at Dr.Maya's face. I don't forget to tell her about my leaving.
Despite that, I believe she's here to see Becca's graduation instead of me leaving. She realizes that I'm looking at her. She nods at me before giving me a lazy salute.
Lastly, I look at Alex among the crowds. She is also looking at me. It seems she knows I'm going to leave in a few minutes. She smiles weakly at me, and I smile back. The ceremony is not finished yet, so I can't walk toward her. She looks lonely, and I feel bad. While looking at her, I remember our last conversation.
"I'm sure we'll meet again." I smiled at her.
"I might not remember you when that day comes. Things might go awkward." She replied sadly.
"But, I won't. And so is your system." I patted her shoulder with a reassuring smile. "We have a long time, and during all that time, we can surely meet again."
"I hope..." She answered with a weak smile.
"Don't hope, believe it!" Then, I looked at her in the eyes before saying, "Bring your wife too!"
"What wife!!?" She answered with a red face and slapped my hand away from her shoulder.
After that, we both laughed and joked together.
And thus was our last conversation. I look at Alex who is also looking at me.
"See you again," I mumble at her. She looks at me with eyes wide. And that's the last expression I see on her face as my vission becomes blurry. When I can see again, I've returns to the familiar white room.
I look at my body. The one with scars all over my body and the familiar silver-colored hair.
[Welcome back...] The ball is still sitting on the chair in front of the big computer. Still the same as before.
"Long time no see..." I smile at the ball before sitting on the big bed who looks out of place in this white space. "How's my result?" I asked. "I think I'm doing a pretty good job over there.
The ball is quiet for a minute while staring at me, which makes me feel uncomfortable. After that, the ball turns around with the chair it's sitting on. At the same time, a notification appears on the big computer screen.
"It's... normal." I was shocked when I saw the result. " I thought my result would be higher." I let out a small sigh while scratching the back of my head.
[The reason is because your contribution to your mission is low.] The ball explains. [ You let other people complete your work.]
"That's not a bad thing. I mean, if I do most of the mission myself, I might as well become the villainess' lover." I roll my eyes as I answer the ball's statement.
[It's your choice whether you want to be together with anyone or not. But, you let someone else do your part. You might complete the mission, but your influence is very low.] The ball raises its voice. [Look at this,]
A blue screen appears in front of me.
[As you can see, your relationship with the villainess is stuck at a good friend.] The ball flew to my side. Then a stick of light appears from the lense of the ball. The stick is pointed towards the floating screen. [Your relationship with the villainess is at 70%, which is not bad. But, your influence on her life is only at 30%.]
"But, I saved her from the destruction ends!!"
[But, most of the thing you did is unknown by the villainess. That's why no matter what you did to her, it brings nothing to our mission as she knows nothing about it.] The ball smacks my head with the light stick. [She only thinks of you as a good friend. At the same time, you are also a capable and trustworthy assistant.]
"Ugh..." I push the ball out of my head. The ball flew uncontrollably for a few seconds before making a "humph" noise. The ball then flies back to the chair.
[Anyway, for your next mission, you better have more influence on the villainess life!] The balls remind
"Alright... I'll remember to do it after res-" My vision suddenly becomes blurry.
By the time I realize that I'm standing inside a forest, It is too late for me to curse at the ball.