Infinite System Inheritor Return From The Abyss-Chapter 291 - 289: First day

A few days had passed...

Today was the first day of school. Ahye and Seojun stayed at home, while Nathan and Elshienne went to school with Seoyang and John.

The car pulled up in front of the academy gates. Nathan, Elshienne, Seoyang, and John got out, but they were met with a crowd of reporters waiting outside. Flashing cameras and the sound of microphones filled the air as the reporters shouted questions at them. It was the first day of the merged school, and the media was everywhere, trying to get a glimpse of the new students.

Nathan and Elshienne were immediately in the spotlight.

The reporters, eager for answers, shouted questions left and right. The media knew this was an important moment—the first day of the merged school, and they had their eyes fixed on the children of two of the most powerful figures in the world. Jonathan Hamilton, the owner of the Mystic Guild, and Lauren, the USA's top 3 ranker, were legends.

"Miss Elshienne, how does it feel to be attending a school where you're one of the few unawakened students?"

"Mr. Nathan, your parents are powerful figures in the awakened world. How do you deal with the pressure of living up to their legacy, being unawakened?"

The reporters were unstoppable, bombarding them with questions, their voices rising above the hum of excitement and curiosity. Nathan felt a knot tighten in his stomach, and Elshienne instinctively reached for his arm. They were the center of attention, but for all the wrong reasons.

Elshienne, uncomfortable with the focus on her, forced a smile. "I... I think it'll be fine," she said softly, clearly unsure of how to handle the spotlight. Her words were drowned out by more questions.

"Do you feel at a disadvantage compared to your awakened peers?"

Another reporter shoved a microphone in front of Nathan. "How does it feel knowing that your parents are top rankers while you're unawakened? Does it put pressure on you to awaken?"

He wanted to respond, to explain that it wasn't about awakening or being powerful—it was about who they were as individuals. But the words didn't come out. Instead, he clenched his jaw and tried to ignore the flashing cameras that seemed to be everywhere.

John, noticing his children's discomfort, placed a reassuring hand on Nathan's shoulder. "Ignore them," he said calmly. "Focus on what matters. You don't have to live up to anyone's expectations.".

One reporter tried to ask Seoyang "Mrs. Lauren, why did you decide to transfer your kids to Korea for this new school? With your rank, why not stay in the USA?"

Seoyang eyes narrowed slightly, and she glanced at her children, who was standing just behind her. "I decided to move here because it's a new chapter. And My kids needed a fresh start. The merger is a chance for all of us to build something new, something better."

The reporters murmured among themselves, intrigued by her answer, but it didn't stop the barrage of questions about Nathan and Elshienne.

One reporter, more daring than the others, stepped forward. "Do you ever wish you were awakened like your parents? Do you think this school will make you feel out of place?"

Nathan clenched his fists. He had heard these questions a hundred times before, but they never got any easier to answer. His mind raced for something to say, but it was hard to find the words.

Elshienne spoke up. "We... we're not defined by what we lack," she said, her voice shaky but determined. "We are who we are, awakened or not. And we're here to learn and grow, just like everyone else."

Her words seemed to calm the reporters for a moment, but they were still hungry for more. Another reporter quickly asked, "Do you think being unawakened in a school filled with awakened students will make it harder for you to make friends?"

Nathan, tired of the questions, took a deep breath and answered. "No," he said, his voice firm. "I'll make my own path, just like anyone else. My parents didn't raise me to think of myself as any less because I'm unawakened."

John, proud of his children for speaking up, gave them a nod of approval. "Well said," he murmured.

As the family made their way through the school gates, security arrived quickly to shield them from the reporters. The large gates slowly closed behind them, keeping the cameras and flashing lights outside. The crowd of reporters was still shouting questions, but now they were safely inside the academy. Some students watched the scene from afar, curious about the newcomers, especially Nathan and Elshienne.

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Just as they were entering the building, Alex and Alexa approached them. They greeted the family with warm smiles, but there was a hint of apology in their eyes.

"I'm really sorry about the reporters," Alex said with a sigh. "They can be troublesome on the first day of school, especially with all the attention on you two. I hope it wasn't too overwhelming."

Alexa nodded, her expression apologetic. "Don't worry, Nathan, Elshienne. It gets easier. You'll get used to the attention, though it won't ever really stop. Just stick together, and it'll be fine."

Nathan smiled weakly, appreciating their support. "It's fine. We'll get through it," he said, though he could still feel the pressure building up from all the attention.

"Welcome to White Moon Academy," Alexa said. "We're glad to have you here. It's going to be a fresh start for all of us."

Elshienne nodded shyly, her eyes on the ground. She still wasn't used to being in the spotlight, but she knew it was part of the journey. "Thank you," she whispered, still trying to process everything.

Alex led the way as he gestured for Nathan and Elshienne to follow him. "Let's go to the Dean's office. He's expecting you."

They walked down the hall, the academy's atmosphere a mix of excitement and nervousness. Students were chatting in groups, some whispering when they saw the new arrivals, others too busy to notice. The academy felt large, filled with a sense of history and tradition, but also change.

When they reached the Dean's office, Alex knocked lightly on the door. A calm voice from inside called out, "Come in."

The door opened, revealing the Dean, a tall, composed man with a friendly smile. He was dressed in formal academy attire and stood up when they entered.

"Ah, welcome! It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Nathan and Elshienne," the Dean said with a warm greeting. He shook their hands. "I've heard a lot about you both. I'm sure you'll find your place here just fine."

Nathan and Elshienne smiled back, though still feeling the weight of their parents' reputation on their shoulders. But the Dean's presence was reassuring, and they both felt a little more at ease.

"Thank you for having us, Dean," Nathan said, trying his best to sound confident.

The Dean nodded. "Of course. This academy is here to help all students, whether awakened or not. We believe in providing an equal opportunity for everyone to learn and grow. You'll both have your place here."

Alex and Alexa stepped back slightly, allowing the Dean to continue. "I've arranged for you both to have a tour of the campus later. For now, let's get you settled. We'll start with some paperwork, and then you can take a look around."

As they sat down and began discussing the schedule for the day, Nathan and Elshienne couldn't help but feel a little more hopeful.