First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System
Chapter 143: Elias Marrow

"Wait, wait, wait." He gestured with his hands to stop for a second. "You are telling me you are a commoner who was adopted by the Helstorm family and became a noble?"

Orion chuckled and nodded, "Yes."

Elias couldn't help but look at him with an incredulous look, "…How long has it been since they adopted you?"

"Not even three months," he said.

Elias couldn't believe what he was hearing, yet he didn't think Orion would lie about this just for him to join. Since Orion's talent was way above his own.

"So, you as a commoner have the greatest talent in the history of this kingdom?" he asked with a slightly raised voice.

Orion raised an eyebrow, "Hmm, you can say it like this. I do not belong to any human noble or royal lineage as far as I'm aware."

Elias laughed so hard that he had to place a hand on his stomach to not hurt it, "Hahahaha this is so ridiculous that the nobles will roll in their sleep if they learned of this."

Orion shook his head, "So, are you ready to hear what I have to say? Let's sit down now."

Elias shook his head, laughter still rumbling softly as he slowly recovered, wiping a tear from his eye. He glanced at Orion, his eyes bright and sharp, filled with curiosity and newfound interest. "Alright, Orion—let's sit. I'll at least listen to what you've got to say now."

Orion smiled gently and nodded. He gestured towards the shaded benches near the training grounds, shaded by a cluster of large trees whose leaves rustled softly in the pleasant breeze.

They walked over silently and sat down, settling comfortably on the polished wooden bench. Around them, other students continued their training or chatted quietly, unaware of the important discussion unfolding.

Elias stretched slightly, adjusting his posture as he turned to face Orion more directly. "Alright, go ahead. Explain this club idea of yours. And just for the record, you being adopted doesn't entirely erase the fact that you're technically a noble now."

Orion chuckled, raising his hand slightly. "Fair enough. But you should know—I haven't exactly embraced the whole noble persona fully yet. That's also partially why I'm creating this club. I don't want it to be an elitist noble-only club. Instead, I aim for it to be a group of exceptionally talented individuals who come together based purely on their skills and potential."

Elias raised a curious brow, arms crossed as he regarded Orion with genuine interest. "Interesting approach. And you've convinced Arya and Emilia already? They're always with you after all."

Orion nodded, a faint smile playing at his lips. "Yes, Arya agreed almost immediately. Emilia followed soon after. They understand that talent doesn't care about noble lineage—it's purely about merit. I want the rest of the top ten students to join as well. You're the first I approached after them, actually."

[Didn't she join because she was bored? And Emilia joined because Arya joined. And noble kids have better talent due to their ancestors who reached high enough level. (⊙_☉)]

'Minor details, ignore them. I'll just say what he wants to hear for now.'

Elias's eyes widened slightly in genuine surprise, clearly impressed. "You're really serious, aren't you? A club with the academy's top ten freshmen would be a powerhouse—That is, if you can gather us all. But after you gather us, what exactly is your plan? You won't just have us sitting around doing typical club activities like tea parties or pointless meetings, right?"

Orion laughed lightly, shaking his head. "Absolutely not. The entire reason for this club's existence is for us to gain practical experience and grow rapidly. We'll explore places others might overlook or fear—ancient ruins, mysterious dungeons, treasure grounds, forgotten temples—places brimming with untold secrets, resources, and opportunities. I want every member of this club to gain strength rapidly and forge themselves into unparalleled experts."

Elias's eyes sparkled with genuine interest, the idea clearly resonating deeply with him. Orion could see the restrained excitement bubbling behind the calm, composed exterior Elias usually wore.

Elias rubbed his chin thoughtfully, clearly mulling over the implications. "That's ambitious—dangerous even—but exactly my style after my awakening. Still, if you're serious about this, tell me: Will there be leadership roles or hierarchies? Do you intend to be the sole decision-maker?"

Orion shook his head immediately, a calm evident in his eyes. "I'm not interested in being a dictator. Obviously, as the founder, I'll make certain core decisions initially, but I value talent, skills, and insights. I fully intend this group to be democratic in key decisions. Everyone's input will matter. Arya, Emilia, you, and anyone else who joins will have equal say. No one will be suppressed or dismissed."

Elias exhaled softly, visibly relaxing as his shoulders loosened, a relieved smile forming. "I won't lie, Orion—that's exactly what I needed to hear. Every noble who approached me before saw me either as a trophy or a pawn, someone useful to boost their status. You're the first person who's offered me genuine respect and opportunity without hidden motives. That means something."

Orion smiled warmly, sincerity clear in his voice. "Talent should never be exploited or underestimated. You've got incredible potential with your Gravity Affinity—I won't see that wasted or manipulated. So, what do you say? Want to join?"

Elias chuckled softly, shaking his head lightly as he extended his hand. "Alright, Orion. You've convinced me. I'm in. Count me as a part of your club."

Orion's grin widened as he firmly shook Elias's hand. "Welcome aboard, Elias. I have a feeling you won't regret this decision."

Elias smirked, eyes twinkling competitively. "You better believe I won't. But now that you've got me, who's next on your recruitment list?"

Orion leaned back slightly, eyes briefly gazing into the distance as he mentally reviewed his plan. "Nyss. Her good elemental affinity and calm demeanor would be perfectly suitable for our tea—"

He mischievously smiled and interrupted him, "Just say you want a hot baddie to join the group, we both are men here."

Orion nearly choked on his saliva, "Ahem, cough, not because of that. Don't treat me like some low-level scum who thinks with his dick. She is from the Duke Household with one of the best talents in this academy. It could prove quite hard to get her onboard."

Elias chuckled again, nodding approvingly. "Er, her? Are you sure? But well, since you've decided already then you must already know what's for the best. Good luck with her—she's even harder to read than you are."

Orion laughed softly, rising to his feet. "I'll manage somehow. Thanks, Elias—I'll update you once I've gathered everyone."

Elias waved him off casually. "No rush, Orion. Just let me know when we start hunting treasures. I can't wait."

"First form your Affinity Rune, otherwise you won't even be able to handle the traps there."

Elias chuckled, "Don't worry, it won't take me long for that."

With that settled, Orion nodded his head and turned away, his steps firm and confident as he left the training grounds, leaving Elias behind, who left to join the classes on Affinity Rune Formation Theory.

[Congratulations, Master! Another talented member acquired! (☆▽☆)]

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