Douglas nods.“In fact, both of us are friends.” Marcus smiled at that moment, knowing he'd made progress without involving Robert; he wanted to do this by himself.“Do you think he would sell the school? I'm interested in buying that school.” Douglas knows that when it comes to money, it's not a problem for the young master; he's super-rich.“Young Master, the last time we spoke, he told me he was looking for investors to invest in the school. He wants Crown High School to rival some of the best schools in the capital when it comes to school competition, and for that to happen, they need more investment to employ the best hands they can get.” Marcus just nods; however, he's not interested in investing in the school, but in buying it. However, he decided to tell Douglas what his plans were.“I don't want to invest in the school, but if he's willing to sell, he should be rest assured. I will make his dream a reality. I will make sure he gets the best hands. He will still be responsib

The lady nodded.“Don't worry, Ma, this is my job; leave it to me.”Penelope checked everything herself once again to see if they were working, and everything seemed fine. She smiled brightly, knowing the bastard would be gone soon. She never wanted it to be today, but Lady Charlotte's promise keeps ringing in her head, and she can't waste any more time. Today is the perfect opportunity to strike, and she must do so.“Okay, get yourself ready. He will be here soon. When he's coming, I will send you a message.”She nodded, and Penelope walked away to the restaurant; her face was lively. She sat close to David. Marcus and Hazel congratulated them.“Mommy and Daddy, congratulations. I pray this new-found love never departs from us again. Seeing everyone smiling and happy is just the best gift someone can ask for.” Penelope nods; however, for her to be happy, Marcus will have to leave first. She never planned for any of this, and she had to waste her money on all of this, which pains her

Marcus gazes at Penelope.“Mother, what did you do–?”Penelope cut Marcus off, and she responded immediately.“Oh, you want to call me mother now because your secret has been exposed. I want you and the lady out of this house immediately.” Marcus was about to say something when Penelope yelled at him.“Get out!!” She pointed at the door leading outside.“Out!!!” At that moment, Hazel utters her eyes are full of tears, ready to be dropped.“Marcus, how could you do such a thing?”“I did nothing, Hazel; you have to believe me.” Penelope does like how the situation is turning out; she knows Marcus is good at explaining his way out of trouble and Hazel trusts him; she mustn't let any of that to happen.“Hazel, let me handle this; it's going to hurt you more. I don't want you to get hurt anymore, as your mother; that is my responsibility, and I have failed to do that.” Hazel didn't listen to her mother; she gazed at Marcus.“I want you to look me in the face and tell me why you decided

Marcus just nodded towards Hazel, knowing she would see he was innocent, and her mother was behind all of this. However, what just happened still surprised him. He knows Penelope doesn't like him; he never for once thought she would organize such a thing.“Yeah, let's go check the car dash cam; you all would see I'm innocent.” Penelope eyes shut up, her face squeezed, and she wouldn't allow Hazel to check the car dash cam. She forgot about Mr. Elvis giving her a car when she went to Auto Best Repair to fix her old car. She never for once thought the damn car would be her obstacle. Hazel must not check the dash cam. She walks closer to Hazel and whispers some words to her.“Hazel, I know you're hurt; trust me, I know how you feel. There is no need to check the car dash cam; you're going to hurt yourself more. You saw everything with your eyes; everyone caught him in the act.” immediately David joined the conversation. He knew what Penelope was up to, and he had to support her. Althou

Hazel's eyes shut up immediately. Her voice started quivering. She immediately stood up and ran to Marcus, holding his hand.“Marcus, please don't leave. I'm begging you. I'm sorry I was foolish. Please don't leave.” Hazel couldn't speak properly at that moment; her heart was heavy, and she knew she had messed up. Marcus forced his hand, but Hazel managed to hold him tight.“Please, I'm sorry.”The look on Marcus face shows he was damn serious. Marcus utters his voice was bitter.“I don't want your apologies because I won't forgive you for what you just did today. You have shown me you don't respect or trust me. I don't care anymore. When I'm gone, you can have a better life like your mother wanted.” Marcus managed to force his hand from Hazel; he walked outside the house, and Hazel followed him from behind and tried to plead with Marcus.“Marcus, let's discuss this. I'm sorry for what I did, please.” Marcus didn't say anything to her; he booked a taxi himself. However, Hazel gazed