System: Master Your Life
Chapter 63 - 61: Speech by the Passionate Freshman Representative

Chapter 63: Chapter 61: Speech by the Passionate Freshman Representative

"Wow!"

"Xu Lin?"

"Is that even possible?"

Zhao Yifei’s eyes widened in disbelief, almost thinking he had misheard.

But when the well-dressed figure walked out from behind the stage, Zhao Yifei was utterly stunned!

"How did he get up there as the new student representative with only 552 points?"

"Just because of a single act of bravery?"

Zhao Yifei was unconvinced, didn’t dare believe it, and simply couldn’t accept it!

Yet at this moment, all eyes were focused on the figure newly emerged onto the stage.

Xu Lin appeared calm, even slightly stern. He possessed extraordinary looks and a dragon-like aura. As he walked out, he captivated everyone’s attention, even those engrossed in their phones were nudged by others to check out the handsome guy.

At this moment, Xu Lin not only looked very handsome, but even just walking, he had an extraordinary presence.

As Xu Lin approached, Ning Yuhuan, the host, also headed back to the backstage.

Just then, Ning Yuhuan’s gaze fell on Xu Lin.

Unlike earlier in the backstage where Xu Lin was more approachable and relaxed, at this moment, he was calm and stern, with an inexplicable aura about him.

For a few seconds, Ning Yuhuan was mesmerized and briefly lost in thought.

Xu Lin was impressive!

On the other side.

Xu Lin walked up to the standing microphone, facing the nearly four thousand pairs of watching eyes below.

Was Xu Lin nervous?

Not a bit!

Even though Xu Lin was only eighteen, he was naturally daring, inherited from his father. According to Ms. Ren, when Xu Lin was young, in 2007 during a period far less stable than today, Xu Lin’s father in his early twenties courageously engaged in some illicit trade of valuable timber in Vietnam with a few brothers, even getting involved in a few gunfights. Whatever happened, he managed to bring back enough money to buy a car and a house, persuading Xu Lin’s grandfather to agree to the marriage of his daughter to him. Xu Lin’s grandfather’s family was considered scholarly in town and in 2003, Ren Yan was admitted to a prestigious university, so Ms. Ren married down for Xu Lin’s mother and Xu Lin. Xu Lin’s father really gave it his all.

Back then, he was broke but full of courage.

After Xu Lin grew up, from middle school onwards, his father frequently took him to various social gatherings, training Xu Lin’s courage so that in various situations, Xu Lin never shied away.

Simply put, Xu Lin wasn’t timid at all.

"Is he the new student representative? So handsome! Does he have a girlfriend?"

"Such a unique aura, just like those influential people!"

"It’s the first time I’ve seen someone look this good in a suit. Damn, once military training is over, I’m definitely getting myself one!"

"With looks and poise like that, I’m not jealous at all of him being the new student representative!"

People were buzzing with discussions.

The attention on Xu Lin far exceeded the earlier speech by the principal.

However, at this time, it wasn’t just the students focusing on Xu Lin, but even the principal and school leaders seated behind him were watching him.

Everyone was amazed.

"This student, his presence is extraordinary!"

"Indeed, quite extraordinary, very different."

People whispered among themselves, fully acknowledging Xu Lin’s qualities.

But this was just the beginning.

[Task: Shine Brightly at the Opening Ceremony.]

[Task Progress: 10 people, 50 people, 100 people, 500 people, 1000 people...]

[Note: Impressing 100 people is considered task completion, earning a random reward. Surpassing 500 people is considered excellent, earning two random rewards. Surpassing 1000 people is considered outstanding, earning one fixed reward and two random rewards.]

"1000 people? Just give me 500, whatever, let’s give it my all!"

Though Xu Lin was confident, he was thoughtfully considering how many people he could impress during the speech.

Firstly, he had no speech-giving foundation; it’s well-known that speech-giving is both an ability and a gift, some people are born eloquent.

Historically famous speakers, like the ’Little Moustache’, were terrifyingly skilled at oration, recognized worldwide.

"Dear leaders, teachers, classmates, hello everyone, I am Xu Lin from Economics Class One..."

And so Xu Lin began his speech in front of thousands, his pace sometimes speedy, sometimes deliberate, with a powerful tone.

Standing there, he didn’t have stage fright at all. As for the 1,600-word speech, he had memorized it by heart long ago. Even if he forgot parts of it, Xu Lin’s ’Divine Penmanship’ ability would allow him to quickly adapt.

As his speech progressed, Xu Lin’s tone swiftly shifted from powerful to deeply impactful, striking right at the heart.

As a result, those who were originally playing with their phones or chatting with others all raised their heads to listen attentively, and even the school leaders behind Xu Lin, who were there just for appearances, did the same.

As everyone knows, at the opening ceremony for freshmen, only the principal and a few leaders usually give speeches. The others just sit there to show their faces, so the freshmen can recognize them, and they might not even lift their heads a few times during the ceremony.

But now, these people were all looking at Xu Lin, who was giving a speech, with great surprise.

"This student’s speech ability is strong. Is it a talent?"

"I actually got goosebumps. He’s just a student, only seventeen or eighteen years old, right?"

"Look, he’s actually speaking without notes and doesn’t show any stage fright. Is he improvising?"

"And did you notice, his speech is very substantial. I think it must be well-prepared, and the script is excellent!"

"Good appearance, good temperament, and he can speak. This child is a moldable talent!"

At this moment, not to mention the thousands of people in the audience, even the group of middle-aged and elderly people behind Xu Lin, these shrewd individuals, were stunned by Xu Lin’s abilities!

"My gosh, his speech skills are so good?"

"Such strong speech momentum!"

Backstage, from a corner, Ning Yuhuan and her group were watching, and they were all astonished.

Soon, the speech of over sixteen hundred words concluded.

Xu Lin, with a calm expression, looked at the thousands of people below and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, as freshmen, our wonderful life journey has just begun. Here, I wish that one day we could ascend to Qingming, soar nine thousand miles into the sky, become pillars of the nation, and mainstays of society! Thank you all!"

"Bravo!"

As Xu Lin finished his speech.

Before the audience could react and applaud, the principal stood up behind Xu Lin, and at the same time shouted a bravo.

Subsequently, the principal applauded as he walked out.

And the thousands of students in the audience, realizing what had happened, also began to applaud vigorously.

The applause was like waves, rolling and crashing, one wave after another, echoing throughout the venue. Not only could it be heard inside the campus, but even those rushing by in cars outside also heard it.

In fact, Xu Lin originally wanted to leave, but the principal came out.

The principal came to Xu Lin’s side, holding a microphone, and looked Xu Lin up and down, nodding all the while, lost in thought.

Even faced with the principal, Xu Lin remained calm.

Of course, it should be noted that the principal of Finance University, Li Yunfei, holds the rank of Director-General.

This is already a high-level position, stepping from school into society; let alone a principal, even an ordinary person might never interact with a university professor in their lifetime.

Clap, clap!

At this moment, Principal Li Yunfei patted Xu Lin on the shoulder, appraised him for a moment, and said with a smile, "To have traversed life, to find someone as peerless as you is rare indeed!"

This is a line from the poem "Shui Long Yin Celebrating Li Changru’s Longevity," which is a high praise for a man, roughly meaning: A person like you is rare in this world.

At least many people who were able to attend a prestigious university understood the meaning of this line when the principal recited it.

The students below admired Xu Lin even more when they saw the principal praising him.

Especially Zhao Yifei, who looked on with eyes turning purple with envy.

"Principal, you’re too kind."

Xu Lin remained composed.

Li Yunfei nodded, "Not being arrogant or humble, that’s an impressive cultivation in itself!"

Xu Lin thought to himself, you’re overthinking it, I’m just not intimidated.

Using the microphone, Li Yunfei said, "Just now, Xu Lin’s speech was excellent, did everyone listen carefully? Acting righteously has always been one of our country’s noble virtues. As it is said, when faced with danger, a gentleman does not save, but a saint steps forward bravely. To act righteously is an act of great courage, a high virtue worth promoting and learning. However, we are all ordinary people, not saints. We don’t expect to act courageously at every turn, but we should extend a helping hand whenever possible, shouldn’t we?"

The principal asked the crowd.

"Yes!"

The crowd responded loudly, in unison, with great enthusiasm.

Li Yunfei continued, "Very good, to be human, one must first establish morality; without morality, one cannot achieve talent. Great virtue equates to great talent. As ’Zhou Yi’ says: ’When virtue is shallow but position is high, when wisdom is small but plans are big, when strength is small but responsibility is heavy, few manage to succeed.’ The ancients said: ’If one’s virtue does not match their position, disaster will follow. If one does not deserve wealth, they will inevitably lose it.’ Here, I hope that each of you can become outstanding people with excellent character, just like Xu Lin said earlier, and become pillars of the nation and society, shall we?"

"Yes!"

In the atmosphere stirred up, the response from the audience was deafening and thunderous.

"Alright, let’s end it here. As a principal, I hope all of you will enjoy your vibrant youth over the next four years and not waste your time, achieving academic success!"

Another wave of enthusiastic applause followed.

After speaking, Li Yunfei patted Xu Lin’s shoulder again, then turned back to his seat.

Xu Lin indeed took everyone by surprise, even in the eyes of the principal.