Chapter 19

With all the teachers watching, Stephen's speech couldn't be too bold—it was mostly just formalities. Other than Bailey, the rest of the students were bored. However, all the teachers, especially the principal, were listening intently. Stephen's speech was well-organized and confident, with no signs of stage fright. It gave the impression of someone who was not just a student, but a successful alum who had returned after making a contribution to the school. Another notable point was that Stephen was speaking without notes. Yet, his delivery was smooth and seamless. Even the principal had to admit that he couldn't do that himself. Different people, depending on their age and status, see the same event in different ways. To the students, Stephen's speech was boring and old-fashioned. But to the principal and other teachers, Stephen appeared calm and composed. Many so-called top students couldn't even speak clearly while holding a script. In the real world, it was often people like