Transformation

As the days passed without Arjun receiving any experience points despite his consistent efforts, he came to accept the reality that the system he was part of didn't operate in the conventional sense. Despite this, he remained committed to his daily routine, understanding that his progress wasn't solely determined by numerical rewards.

Twenty days into his disciplined regimen, the start of school added another layer of responsibilities to Arjun's routine. Waking up early to complete his workouts before heading to school became his new normal. However, he noticed that his school uniform felt tight, prompting him to use his Inspector Skill to examine it.

Delving into the capabilities of his Inspector Skill, Arjun discovered its potential to imbue life into non-living objects by investing experience points into it. With a sense of curiosity and determination, he decided to experiment with this ability, intending to adjust the size of his school uniform using his phone.

Arjun had his school uniform adjusted using 2000 Experience Points. As he read the details of his now-fixed uniform, a sense of relief washed over him.

"If you get into trouble with your clothes, they will fit on their own and will be absolutely comfortable for you. 'Item C Rank'."

Upon reading this information, Arjun felt reassured and donned his newly adjusted uniform with comfort. He then glanced at his phone.

"The storage capacity has been increased and it has also been made stronger. Once charged, this phone will run comfortably for two months. 'Phone level 8'."

As Arjun got ready for school, his father, Rajat, noticed his transformation and decided to accompany him. Calling the family together, Rajat ushered Arjun into his cab car, personally dropping him off at St. Xavier's High School.

As Arjun entered the school gates, his father watched with a mix of pride and curiosity. Rajat couldn't help but wonder how much Arjun had changed in just four months. However, he brushed off his thoughts, attributing it to the natural growth spurt typical of teenagers.

With a brief farewell, Rajat left for his international trip, leaving Arjun to ponder his new reality. Despite his concerns about his altered appearance, Arjun's determination to navigate his school day remained steadfast.

Arjun headed to the account office to collect his 10th-grade marksheet, a routine task for many students at St. Xavier's High School. As he approached the office where student fees were deposited, he noticed a perplexed look on the face of the person working there.

Despite Arjun's familiarity with the office, the staff member struggled to recognize him. Without the usual exchange of important documents, Arjun appeared like a new face to them. This realization left Arjun with conflicting emotions—he felt good about his transformation but also saddened by the fact that he wasn't easily recognizable anymore.

After receiving the form for choosing his stream—Science, Arts, or Commerce—Arjun left the office, pondering over the changes he had undergone and the decisions he would soon have to make about his academic path.

Feeling the weight of the decision ahead, Arjun swiftly settled on choosing Commerce as his stream for the next two years. Drawing from his limited knowledge and a faint familiarity with the subject matter, Arjun confidently filled out the form before setting off to locate his new class.

Navigating the bustling corridors of St. Xavier's High School, Arjun realized that finding his class would prove challenging without some guidance. Grateful for the presence of school teachers nearby, Arjun approached them for assistance, averting what could have been a more frustrating ordeal.

As Arjun strode through the school corridors, clad in a crisp white shirt with half sleeves, paired with gray pants and pristine white shoes, his shirt slightly coming out from the waistband, his towering height of 5 feet 10 inches made him stand out among his peers.

His presence drew curious glances from fellow students. Some whispered among themselves, trying to discern his identity. A group of boys huddled together, nudging each other and pointing in Arjun's direction.

"Hey, who's the new guy?" one boy asked, squinting to get a better look.

"Not sure, maybe he transferred here?" another boy replied, his brows furrowed in confusion.

Meanwhile, a cluster of girls exchanged puzzled looks, their curiosity piqued by Arjun's unfamiliar appearance.

"Do you know him?" one girl whispered to her friend, who shook her head in response.

"No, never seen him before. Do you think he's a new student?" the friend replied, her voice barely above a whisper.

A few brave souls ventured closer, attempting to recognize Arjun from past encounters, but their efforts were in vain as his changed appearance baffled them.

"Isn't that Arjun?" one boy ventured, earning a skeptical glance from his friend, a girl.

"Arjun? Nah, couldn't be. He looks different," the girl replied, shaking her head in disbelief.

Despite the curious gazes and whispered inquiries, Arjun remained focused, determined to find his place in his new academic setting.

As Arjun settled into the second-to-last bench, he couldn't help but overhear the whispers and hushed conversations around him. His heightened sense of hearing allowed him to catch snippets of the students' discussions, their voices blending into a soft murmur.

As he took his seat, he noticed that the desk beside him seemed to belong to a girl. Undeterred, Arjun calmly placed his bag on the floor beside him, a black colored bag he had acquired from the system shop.

The students in the classroom continued to cast puzzled glances in Arjun's direction, unable to place him amidst their familiar classmates. Among them, a boy nervously shifted in his seat, stealing glances at the girl sitting beside Arjun, a popular figure in the school.

"Please let this be a dream version," the boy silently prayed, hoping that fate would spare him from any awkward encounters or misunderstandings.

Meanwhile, the girls in the class exchanged knowing looks, speculating about the newcomer and his unexpected seating arrangement.

"Who's that sitting with Nandini ?" one girl whispered to her friend, referring to the popular girl beside Arjun.

"I don't know, but I hope he's not trying to steal her spot," her friend replied, her tone tinged with amusement.

Despite the curiosity and speculation swirling around him, Arjun remained unfazed, focusing on the task at hand and adjusting to his new surroundings.

As Arjun settled into his seat, Nandini, a girl from the class, approached him with a curious expression.

"Hey, I don't think I've seen you before. Who are you, and where did you come from?" she inquired, her tone a mix of friendliness and intrigue. In response, Arjun handed over his documents and offered a display of respect, trying his best to engage in the conversation.

Arjun, once an introvert in his previous life, was making an effort to connect with others despite his initial hesitations. As he introduced himself, saying, "I'm Arjun Verma," the full disclosure of his name sparked interest among the students.

The students were taken aback by this revelation. Arjun, who was known for being bullied in his previous life, was now attempting to break out of his shell and communicate with his classmates. The unexpected change in his demeanor piqued the curiosity of everyone in the classroom.

Boys exchanged surprised glances, trying to reconcile this newfound confidence with the quiet Arjun they thought they knew. Meanwhile, girls in the class exchanged subtle smiles, intrigued by the transformation in the boy who had previously been a target for bullies.

In this unfamiliar scenario, Arjun's attempt to open up generated a ripple of reactions among the students, leaving them curious about the changes in the once-introverted boy.

End of the chapter