Overconfident

Seven Sins System Chapter 362. Overconfident 

"I don't like attention," Barry parroted, punctuating the words with air quotes. "That sounds like a pathetic protagonist from a cliché fantasy story will say," he added, his tone dripping with cynicism as he shook his head in mock disapproval.

Darren decided to be my personal cheerleader. He gave my shoulder an encouraging pat. "You have to be more confident, doc," he offered in a motivational tone.

I couldn't help but cringe at the suggestion. Confidence and attention – did they really think they were a package deal? In my mind, confident people didn't necessarily crave the spotlight; they were secure enough in themselves to not need constant external validation. It should be the other way around, right?

The corrupted souls that ended up in my realm painted a clear picture. Those with severe insecurities were the ones desperate for attention and validation from others. They were the kind who would go to extremes, even committing crimes, just to feel seen and acknowledged

The world seemed to have it backward. People assumed that seeking attention equated to confidence, but in reality, it often stemmed from deep-rooted insecurity. It was like society had concocted this bizarre recipe that linked self-worth with external recognition. They were caught in the crossfire of their well-intentioned but misguided advice.

I sighed, realizing that navigating the complexities of human behavior was like untangling a web of contradictions. Maybe I was better off enjoying my devil form's authority, where attention wasn't just a byproduct but a rightful tribute to my power. The mortal realm, however, had its own set of rules, and I was stuck playing along, even if it left me scratching my head at their peculiar logic.

"I don't like attention because I know I don't have to try to get it. I've got enough of it," I stated in a nonchalant tone, as if discussing the weather. And I wasn't kidding. In the span of just a few months, I'd gone from being the academy's black sheep and its unexpected celebrity at the same time.

Sure, the attention had its perks, but there was a method to my madness. The more I basked in the spotlight as a mere human, the higher the chances of it influencing my thoughts as my true self – a devil. I couldn't afford to get too comfortable in this mortal form, to the point where returning to my shadow realm seemed like a downgrade. It might sound far-fetched, but stranger things had happened.

I reflected on the tales of a few demons from the past who fell head over heels for mortals, mostly witches and necromancers. Their exceptional powers stemmed from these twisted love affairs. It served as a cautionary tale, a reminder that even the mightiest beings could succumb to the allure of the mortal world. I wasn't immune to the possibilities.

So, as the attention swirled around me like a double-edged sword, I played the game cautiously. It was a delicate dance between embracing the perks of mortal admiration and maintaining the boundaries that kept me tethered to my true nature. After all, the mortal realm was a captivating stage, but it was my devil form that held the true power. I couldn't let myself forget that, no matter how tempting the mortal spotlight became.

"Wow, wow, wow! Now that's overconfident," Ion exclaimed, both hands shooting up like he was trying to physically block me from committing more crimes against modesty.

"Now you said that I'm overconfident. Make up your mind," I retorted with a hint of irritation. "Also, you know it's true," I added, raising an eyebrow at Ion's sudden change of heart.

"You could have said it better," Barry chimed in, a mischievous grin on his face.

"Like?" I demanded their explanation, crossing my arms in mock defiance.

"Like 'Since I'm an extraordinary combat doctor, everyone needs me'," Barry suggested, still grinning like he had just cracked the code to world peace.

I couldn't help but roll my eyes. "Seriously, Barry? That sounds like I'm auditioning for the lead role in an overly dramatic medical drama. I'm trying to keep it real here."

Evie nodded in agreement. "He's got a point. The 'extraordinary combat doctor' angle sounds like a bad soap opera."

Claire jumped into the conversation, her eyebrows furrowed in disapproval. "That sounds like a narcissist. He will get more enemies if he says that," she stated matter-of-factly, not holding back on her critique.

"Definitely a turn-off," Evie chimed in, shaking her head from side to side, her expression echoing Claire's sentiment.

Barry, who had been riding high on his suggestion, deflated a bit at the collective disapproval. His confident smile faded, replaced by a disappointed frown. "I thought that was better," he muttered under his breath.

Ion added his two cents. "I also thought the same," he said, nodding in agreement with Barry.

"You guys surely something," I sneered, unable to contain a soft chuckle that escaped my mouth. It was a mix of finding their input either amusing, ironic, or just downright dumb.

Darren jumped in with a rapid response. "Hey, at least if you make enemies by saying that, then you deserve it. People understand why. You give them a reason to hate you. Not like this. Why do people like Mr. Theo hate you? Because of your healing skills and fighting skills?" he said, emphasizing his point with animated hand gestures. "Pfft! That sounds stupid, right?" he added, stifling a laugh.

I couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at Darren's impassioned defense. "Oh, so I'm hated for my skills? I thought it was my charming personality," I quipped, the corner of my mouth twitching with a sarcastic smile. "And you guys want me to make them look smarter by saying that?" I shot back in a sarcastic tone, eyebrows raised in mock disbelief. "Ha. Ha. Ha," I added with a scornful laugh, but my smile quickly vanished. "No," I stated firmly.

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