Traveling through the game world, starting out as a third-rate villain

When I walked into the classroom early in the morning, it was the first time I saw students so excited and happy in the college.

Normally, their eyes were dead, and most people would walk into the classroom with coffee in their hands, but today seemed to be an exception.

The usual hushed chatter was replaced by lively discussions, and there was an infectious enthusiasm in the classroom. It was clear that the idea of ​​joining a club had aroused students' curiosity and anticipation.

A group of students gathered around a holographic screen showing clubs, pointing at different icons and discussing their interests.

The room was filled with anticipation as students bonded over a common goal and shared ideas about various clubs. During this time, a holographic clock on the classroom wall indicated the upcoming classes.

What was most striking was that the protagonists were already sitting in the front row, talking to each other.

"Which club are you going to join?" Lucas asked, his eyes wandering between Ethan and Carl.

"I'll join the martial arts club and the student union." Karl answered in a serious tone.

"What? Student Union?" Lucas' eyes widened. This was understandable, as joining the student union was not easy, as the seniors were very picky about the selection of new members.

"Yes. They offered me a position on the Disciplinary Committee."

"Honestly, I can imagine what you're like in there," Lucas replied. "Uh... boring."

He turned to Ethan and asked, "Ethan, which club are you going to join?"

"......"

"Ethan?"

"......"

"Ethan! Can you hear me?" Lucas raised his voice, and Ethan hummed in response.

"Ah... sorry, I was just thinking about something. What did you say just now?" Ethan looked a little absent-minded.

'He might be thinking about why I treated him like that yesterday.'

I wondered to myself, as I noticed Ethan would occasionally look at me with a puzzled expression, trying to make sense of my behavior.

However, seeing Ethan like this, Lucas immediately smiled. "Oh...it seems that our Ethan didn't sleep well last night. Is it because he missed a girl?" He poked Ethan's arm while teasing. "If you need advice, 'Grandpa' is here to serve you at any time."

"That's not the case... I just have something on my mind." Ethan shook his head and responded seriously to Lucas' teasing.

"Tsk...it doesn't matter. I asked you which club you plan to join?" Lucas asked again, pointing at the holographic screen.

I listened to their conversation carefully because I wanted to confirm which society Ethan would join. Since there were no players here, I needed to know his choice.

“Well…I plan on joining the Lance Club and the Adventure Club,” Ethan replied, confirming my suspicions.

"Adventure Club? I want to join that too!" At this time, Julia joined the conversation with her usual loud voice and energetic expression.

Soon after, Victor and Irina also expressed their desire to join.

Hearing these words, I basically confirmed the club they would join in the game.

“That’s good,” I thought to myself. “The fewer variables, the more efficient I can hunt.”

Just as I was about to turn my attention back to the book, I suddenly felt a gaze on me.

"Huh?" My perception is very sharp. I turned my head to look in the direction of the sight and found that two girls were staring at me.

But make no mistake. They were not looking at me with friendly eyes. If looks could kill, I would have been murdered right now.

"They are Silvi's friends...a group of little kids."

I didn't care how they turned their heads.

“Squeak—”

At this moment, the door of the classroom opened and the always serious woman walked in.

Eleanor White walked into the classroom. Her aura immediately attracted everyone's attention, and the students sat up straight involuntarily.

"Good morning, students." Her voice echoed in the classroom, and her eyes swept across the room. Her arrival seemed to warm up the air.

"It seems that you are very excited about joining a club." She continued, her tone steady. "Today, I will provide you with more information about the clubs available in the college and the process of joining."

The holographic screen at the front of the classroom lit up, projecting a list of clubs along with a brief introduction and representative icon of each club.

"From the Sword Master Club to the Alchemy Engineer Club, there is a wide range of choices to suit your interests and specialties. Whether you like combat, magic, exploration or art, there is always a club that suits you."

Eleanor's eyes fell on the students, and her serious expression softened a little. "Joining a club is not just about improving your skills. It is an opportunity to cultivate friendships, exchange knowledge, and grow personally. The friendships formed here may last throughout your entire hunter career. Therefore, as mentors and management of the academy, we strongly recommend that you join at least one club."

She paused to let her words sink in, then continued, "For students who are interested in joining a club, there will be a club expo today. Each club will showcase their activities, and you will have the opportunity to interact with current members and learn about their goals."

A holographic schedule appeared next to the society list, showing the time and location of the fair.

"During the fair, you can express your interest and sign up for the clubs that interest you most. Keep in mind that clubs may be limited in number, so choose carefully."

Eleanor's gaze grew sharper, and her voice more authoritative. "I expect you to approach this opportunity with the same focus and determination that you have shown in your studies and training. Your choice of club will be crucial to your development as a future Hunter."

After saying that, Eleanor stepped back and glanced at all the students again.

"Your college life is shaped by the path you choose, cadets. Now, if you have any questions or concerns, you can come to me after the meeting." She paused, then continued, "Today's class has been cancelled due to club activities, but don't worry, I will make it up later."

After saying these words, Eleanor left the classroom. As she left, the students whispered and the mood of anticipation spread in the classroom. The originally lively classroom was now filled with a clear atmosphere, and the students were thinking about various clubs and their future paths.

Looking at these students, I decided not to waste my time here.

Although the clubs in the college had their own factions, the club I chose did not belong to any faction. Therefore, I did not need to think about it any more.

Despite a few harsh words with Silvi, I had already attracted a lot of attention, and it wouldn't hurt to be cautious now.

......

As I walked through the busy corridors, I could feel the cheerful atmosphere all around. The college was full of energy, and students were rushing to the various club booths that were being set up.

Arriving at the first target on my list, the Adventure Society booth, I saw a lively group of students gathered around and was greeted by a senior with a friendly smile and an enthusiastic glint in his eyes.

From the way he was dressed and the accessories he wore, it was obvious that he was a man who liked to show off.

In fact, he is a playboy and the reason he joined the society is to travel around the world looking for women.

"What a weirdo," I thought to myself.

"Hey, are you interested in joining our club?" he asked, his tone very enthusiastic and his smile bright as if he wanted to attract more people to join.

"Yes." I nodded simply.

"Great! We are committed to exploring the unknown, entering uncharted territories, and in..." He was about to start talking like some kind of chatterbox, but I interrupted him by handing over my application form.

I'm a little tired of listening to so many people these days.

"Ah...Morse Scott..." He looked at my application form and read out my name. "Welcome to our club. It seems that you don't like to talk much, so I'll make it short. I'm the president of this club, Jim Indy, nice to meet you." He extended his hand. I shook it briefly. Although I don't like physical contact with others, I don't want to appear too rude.

"Later, when the club list is finalized, you will receive a message through the college watch, and you will be notified of our admission meeting. If you have any questions, you can contact me. This is my student ID."

So, I submitted my first application and headed to the archery club booth.

The atmosphere here was a little different. The students gathered around the booth seemed to be deep in discussion, occasionally glancing at me before returning to their own topics.

I didn't go the archer route in the game, but from the little I remember, these guys were usually pretty cocky.

I walked over to the booth and handed my application to the senior student in charge. However, the welcome I received was far less friendly than before. The senior student quickly glanced at my form and a hint of contempt flashed in his eyes.

"The last-ranked student? Are you sure you want to come here?" he said in a contemptuous tone.

“That’s right,” I thought to myself. This was exactly the reaction I expected.

"Yes," I answered calmly. Despite his forceful tone, I was here because my mentor, who approved my decision, had called me here.

"Heh... People nowadays are becoming more and more ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth..." He muttered softly, and then made a dissatisfied clicking sound.

“Whoosh—”

Suddenly, he threw a swift punch, aiming directly at my face.

However, I just turned my head slightly and avoided the punch.

"If I had been a second slower, this punch would have really hurt me."

"Oh? You managed to dodge?" He looked at me with a hint of interest. "Well, newbie, it's your choice. But let me give you a lesson in reality. In this club, our goal is to become the best archers in the world. So tell me, why would I think someone like you is qualified to join our club?"

His words echoed in the air, and naturally, everyone around us turned their eyes to us.

"You don't need to know why," I replied, glancing at the mentor's name displayed on his name tag.

"Huh? What did you just say?"

"Instructor Joey asked me to come. I'm not here to prove anything to you, and there's no need to."

"Pfft...you mean Teacher Joey recommended you here?"

"Yes. You can ask him if you want."

"Hahaha... I'm dying of laughter. That mentor Joey? The one we know?" He turned to the people around him, and they all smiled mockingly. "That strict man can't possibly recommend anyone."

"Haha... look at him, he's trying to use an excuse like that."

I ignored their laughter and looked directly at the senior in front of me.

"You can ask him yourself later. I'll leave the application form here." With that, I turned and left, heading for the last club I wanted to join.