A Second Beating

The days blurred into weeks as Miller immersed himself in a rigorous training regimen under the watchful guidance of Peter Lloyd. With the commencement of academic lectures delayed, Miller had the opportunity to focus wholeheartedly on honing his physical and mental abilities.

In the mornings, before the sun rose, Miller would meet Peter in the training area. They would embark on a grueling series of exercises, pushing his body to its limits. Endurance runs, strength training, and martial arts drills became the pillars of his daily routine. With each passing day, Miller's muscles grew stronger, his movements more fluid, and his resilience unwavering.

Peter recognized Miller's innate determination, despite his initial struggles as a student. He saw the potential within him, the flickering flame waiting to be ignited. Their training sessions went beyond physical exertion, Peter imparted wisdom and guidance, shaping Miller's mindset and teaching him the true essence of strength.

As the weeks progressed, Miller began to discover hidden depths within himself. The lessons from meditation intertwined with his physical training, forming a symbiotic relationship. He learned to harness his inner calm amidst the chaos of combat, to find clarity in the midst of adversity. The relentless pursuit of strength became not just a physical endeavor, but a journey of self-discovery.

However, Miller's newfound strength did not come without challenges. Despite his progress, he still found himself unable to stand against Jason Turner and his gang of bullies. Jason had risen to a position of power within the first-year students, with fear and submission reigning over his peers. Miller's attempts to intervene and protect his friends from Jason's tyranny only resulted in further humiliation and beatings.

One fateful day, Miller witnessed Jason attempting to extort money from his best friend and only friend in this military school, Watson. A surge of protectiveness welled up within him, propelling him into action. With a surge of adrenaline, he confronted Jason, his voice filled with defiance and determination.

"Leave him alone, Jason! Enough is enough!" Miller shouted with anger. Miller thought his training with Peter Lloyd was enough to be able to fight Jason Turner. But little did he know that he was still a weakling and he might be a weakling forever(that was until he discovered the System in Chapter 44).

(AUTHOR'S NOTE: THIS IS NOT THE FUTURE, I AM JUST TRYING TO GIVE MY READERS A LITTLE IDEA OF HOW MILLER'S LIFE WAS IN SCHOOL BEFORE HE WENT BACK HOME IN CHAPTER 10; WHEN HE GOT THE INFORMATION THAT HIS FATHER WAS DEAD; SO PLEASE ENJOY).

Jason's eyes narrowed with contempt as he surveyed Miller, his lips curling into a cruel smirk. He signaled to his cronies, and within moments, a wave of blows struck Miller. Each strike left its mark, a painful reminder of the dominance that Jason wielded over his peers.

Battered and bruised, Miller found himself on the ground, gasping for breath. The pain throbbed throughout his body, but it was nothing compared to the crushing weight of disappointment and heartbreak that settled in his chest.

In that moment of despair, Emily Pemberton approached, her eyes filled with a mixture of concern and disappointment. She sighed softly, her gaze lingering on Miller for a brief moment before she turned away, leaving him in a state of desolation.

In addition to the pain searing through his body, Miller felt a different kind of ache deep within his heart. The girl he held feelings for, the one he yearned to impress, had cast him aside with a sigh, as if he were nothing more than a fleeting disappointment.

Miller's resolve hardened, his determination burning brighter than ever before. He would not allow this defeat to break him. With each bruise, each ache, he found a newfound fire within himself. He knew that if he wanted to protect those he cared about, if he wanted to stand against the bullies, he would need to unleash the warrior within.

Miller lay on the ground, battered and broken, as Emily sighed and walked away. Determined to rise above his defeat, Miller vowed to tap into his inner warrior and find a way to defeat Jason Turner and his gang once and for all.

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AUTHOR'S NOTE: PLEASE YOU GUYS SHOULD NOT FIND THIS CHAPTER ANNOYING, I JUST WANT TO GIVE YOU GUYS A BRIEF SUMMARY OF MILLER'S LIFE BEFORE THE SYSTEM.