Jack left after the class ended; he walked through the corridor. He heard the students’ whispers as he made his way. If there is one thing that left the students in a state of confusion, it was the fact that since Jack returned to Crestview, he had shown no sign of weakness but determination to succeed. He could be seen most of the time running to class. His actions most of the time, didn’t baffle the students only but the Vice chancellor who wondered about him. Knowing his father was the richest man, and with a phone call, he could get him anything he wanted, but Jack was working hard to achieve success. On his way to the library, he heard his name. He turned to see Anna running towards him. Jack had always had a soft spot for her, and he believed now would be the best time to ask her to be his girlfriend. “Hello, Jack. I have been looking all over for you. I heard you returned to Crestview. Sorry, I couldn’t thank you for what you did for me at the boutique.” She said as she t

“Here master, your father said I should hand this to you. It’s a gift, a Vacheron Constantin wristwatch for the host.” Kelvin Wang informed. Jack stared at the small gift bag that was handed to him, he took the bag from Kelvin without uttering a word. He drew a deep breath as he pushed the door open, and stepped onto the red carpet. Camera lights began flashing towards his direction. He held his head high, adjusting his posture. His shoulders were back, chin slightly lifted confidently. He moved forward with Kelvin behind as they moved towards the massive double doors. Crystal chandeliers hung overhead, casting a soft, golden light over the room. The floor was polished marble, and towering arrangements of fresh flowers lined the walls, filling the air with a subtle, intoxicating fragrance. Just as he entered, all eyes turned towards his direction; everywhere he looked, there were faces masked, glancing his way, subtle nods of acknowledgement, fleeting smiles. It was as if they knew

Jordan Norman felt relief seeing the chief security officer of the estate coming towards them. His face was etched with confidence. “I ask again, What is going on here?” Why were you trying to kill him? Do you know who he is and who are you? What are you doing in this estate?’ He questioned with a thunderous expression that engulfed him. Jack inhaled softly and was about to utter a word when Jordan stepped in, “He is a nuisance; I saw him sneak out of this mansion,” he said, pointing at the house behind. “I tried to confront him to know what he is doing here because I know him; he is an errand boy at Crestview. Jordan continued, “Instead of giving an honest answer, he threatened to deal with me. He even wanted to kill me; I believe he is here to steal. If not, why would he be sneaking out.” The chief security turned with a frowned face, his gaze fixed on Jack; he glanced at him from head to toe. He knew Jordan stayed around the estate. But he has not seen Jack anywhere around.

“I am standing with one of your students, his name is Jordan Norman. I guess you know him.” “Yes, I do.” She replied with a low voice. Jack purposely left the call on a loudspeaker for everyone, Including Jordan to hear what he was doing. Jordan was left stunned; from the voice, he could tell who the caller on the other end was. “What is he planning?” he said Inwardly, as fear and panic engulfed his body. “I want him expelled from Crestview University immediately; people like him are not worthy to be in Crestview.” Mrs. Stephanie’s words hung in her throat; she couldn’t believe what she just heard. She was engrossed with concern, but wouldn’t dare to disobey Jack’s order. “But, sir, it will not be as easy as you think.” She spoke out in a throaty tone. “I don’t care how, but I want it done in the next few minutes or you lose your job.” “No, sir. I don’t want to lose my job. I will do that immediately.” She pleaded. “Good, I will be expecting feedback.” Jordan let out an e

Jack moved to take a look at who just made the statement and found Anna standing beside him. “Do what?” Anna leaned closer, “the news about Jordan and his family? Were you behind it?” He asked. Jack burst into laughter, “No, I didn’t..” He replied politely. “Why would I do that? Besides, I don’t have the power to make his family crumble; I am just a boy who is trying to succeed.” Anna looked at him awkwardly, “Nothing, I just felt like asking.” After what she had witnessed at the boutique, when Jack humiliated Steve Gray, since then she had felt there was something strange about Jack. His dress, his level of confidence and how he talked were no longer the same as the old Jack she knew. “Tell me why you came to school late, it’s unlike you. And you know I don’t believe the lie you said in class earlier.” Jack sighed softly, his gaze fixed on her. “I was busy with something, I found a new job that pays better, and my boss sent me on an errand.” She smiled, “Really” She cont