I didn’t even flinch when the door swung open with a sharp creak. Layla stood there, a venomous smile on her face, and I could see it in her eyes—the same smug, superior look that had followed me my entire life. But this time, I wasn’t going to shrink back.
She leaned against the doorframe, crossing her arms over her chest, clearly savoring the moment. Her voice dripped with that same condescension. “Well, well, Pontius. I must say, I’m impressed. You actually managed to scrape together some cash. But tell me, how long do you think this façade will last? How long before you go back to being the pathetic little charity case you’ve always been?” I didn’t blink. I didn’t even bother with a smile. I simply tilted my head slightly, letting the silence stretch out between us. Her eyes flicked down to the designer jacket I’d just picked up this morning, and I could see the gears turning behind that perfect mask of hers. It was a mix of confusion and jealousy, and I wanted to drag it out for as long as possible. “You know,” I said, breaking the silence, “I didn’t come here for you, Layla. I’m not interested in your approval or your petty games.” Her smile faltered just a fraction, but she quickly recovered. “Is that so? Because last I checked, you were the one scrambling for my attention, weren’t you?” She took a step closer, her perfume filling the space between us. “Do you think you can just waltz in here with a new attitude and some fancy clothes and suddenly make me—make anyone—care?” I held her gaze, unfazed. “Not interested in impressing you,” I repeated, voice low. “But I do think it’s time for you to learn that I’m not some punching bag anymore.” She laughed, but it was empty, like she didn’t quite believe it herself. “Oh, Pontius, you really don’t get it, do you? You might have money now, but that doesn’t change who you are. You’ll never belong here. You’re still nothing.” Before I could respond, I felt a familiar weight settle into the pit of my stomach—the slow, suffocating realization that the conversation wasn’t going to go anywhere. I could tell by the way she was watching me, waiting for me to break, that she thought I’d crumble under the pressure of her taunts. But I didn’t. Instead, I did something I hadn’t even considered until just now. Something so reckless and, at the same time, brilliantly defiant. “Layla,” I said, keeping my voice steady, “I’ve got a prom date.” I said even though I have not asked her out. Her eyes narrowed, her lips curling into a mock smile. “Oh? Is this your way of rubbing it in my face, then? Because, frankly, I don’t care who you take.” I didn’t answer immediately. I let the silence hang there, thick and heavy, for a long moment before I dropped the bomb. “I’m taking Cassie Kline.” I finally let out trying to create an impression. The words sliced through the air, and Layla’s face froze. She blinked, her perfect expression faltering just enough for me to see the irritation flicker beneath the surface. Cassie Kline—the perfect, polished, rich girl who just got admitted into the school. Cassie wasn’t just any high-class student; she was the high-class student. Popular. Beautiful. The kind of girl everyone gossiped about. And the fact that she was suddenly willing to go with me? That hit Layla harder than any insult I could throw her way. Her eyes went wide, and for a brief second, I saw the mask slip completely. She opened her mouth, but nothing came out. I could practically see her ego cracking, crumbling under the weight of my words. She had been the queen of the social hierarchy for so long, and now, I was about to take her crown—without even lifting a finger. “You—you’re going with Cassie Kline?” Layla’s voice was barely above a whisper, as if she couldn’t quite process it. Her perfect composure had shattered. “You think that’s going to make a difference? You really think you can belong here?” “Yeah, I do,” I replied coldly. “But let’s be real, Layla. You already know I’ve got everything you could never have.” I paused, letting the words sink in. “And now I’ve got the one thing you thought you could control. The one thing that you thought could always stay in your little world.” Layla stepped back, her eyes flicking to the ground as if trying to regain some sense of control. But it was too late. I saw the flicker of panic in her eyes. “You’re wrong,” she said, her voice trembling slightly as she regained some of her composure. “You’ll never make it here. You’ll never be more than a joke.” Before she could finish, I turned on my heel and walked past her, making sure to brush my shoulder against hers, just enough to let her know I was leaving her in the dust. “See you at prom, Layla,” I said over my shoulder. “Maybe I’ll even let you watch me dance with Cassie.” The words hung in the air, thick with defiance. Her ego had been bruised, and I had the satisfaction of knowing that the tables had turned. As I made my way down the hallway, the whispers started again. But this time, they were different. More curious, more uncertain. The same students who had mocked me for months, for years, now looked at me with something new—fear. Fear of what? Fear that I wasn’t the same kid they could push around anymore? Fear that I was more than they thought? But as I walked through the hallway, all I could think of was how I was going to speak to her. How was I going to convince the richest, beautiful girl on the campus to be my date to the prom dance?
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Chapter fifty six
I knew the power I was having now. No one could mess with me. Not Jeremiah and definitely not the school bullies.They all know their place now, or should I say I put them in their place?I was going to make them fear me. Enough with the bullying act. I needed to break the chain and show everyone that no one is above the school system.I don't want to be adored, worshiped, or praised. I just wanted to be myself and get through school with a name that will never be forgotten.I knew I still had many demons to fight, but now, all I could think of was graduating with the best grades.I sat at the cafeteria with my lunch in front of me.Jeffery had just asked two of the best ninjas he had to be on my guard. They are to be my shadow inside the campus. The good news was that they were young and more like students.It was very easy for them to blend in."Don't follow me up and down like some lost puppies trying to find their parents. I can handle myself." I said, Each time, they came out of
chapter fifty six
The air was thick with tension. Students lined the corridor walls like spectators at a gladiator match, phones out, their eyes darting between the three girls and me. Cassie, Precious, and Felicia—each standing tall, fierce, and ready to tear each other apart. Then came the sound. Tap. Tap. Tap. It wasn’t hurried, nor was it hesitant. It was deliberate. Confident. I didn’t need to turn around to know who it was. Jeremiah. The crowd parted like the Red Sea. He walked in the middle, his boys—Nathan and Caleb—flanking him. His school blazer was tossed casually over one shoulder, his shirt half-unbuttoned like he was already halfway to an after-party. “You just had to make a scene, didn’t you, Pontius?” he said, his voice amused as he halted a few steps away from me. “You’re turning into quite the campus celebrity. Girls fighting over you, mothers begging for your approval, and now—” he gestured broadly “—this little circus.” I didn’t respond. My blood boiled just hearing his voice
Chapter fifty five
"Is it true?" One of the students said, slightly raising her head up slightly. "Jeremiah and Pointus are finally going to be brothers." "More like his mother wanted it so bad. I heard she even had him sent out of the house for Jeremiah's father." I could hear those words. I clenched my hand so tight that my nails dug into my palms. "If you think I am going to be a brother of yours, then you must be kidding!" I lashed out at Jeremiah. "How long do you think you are going to last for? You think you are on top of the world because you have some cash stashed up? Well, I am going to see how long you are going to last before you come crawling back with your tails in between your legs. My father will be getting married to your mother, and she is going to want you to be there." Jeremiah said while the students kept bickering about our lives. To them, my mother was an opportunist, while Jeremiah's father was the rich man who had decided to change her life for the better. The same man wh
Chapter fifty four
"What about my mother?" I asked, staring at Jeffrey."I am sorry to say this, Master, but a woman's mind can be fickle. Easily changed." he said, looking at me"What do you mean by that?" I asked, staring at his face."I am sorry to be the first one to break it to you, but your mother is getting married to Jeremiah's father. It seems you both are slowly going to become brothers." Jeffrey buttressed."That scoundrel is no brother of mine." I said with vermin. My fingers were clenched, and it threatened to break under my hands."I just think you should know since you asked." Jeffrey said, finally walking away.I looked at him, and I could feel the rage burning inside of me. I knew it was too late.I couldn't stop the wedding, but I was going to make Jeremiah's father pay for disrupting my life and still managed to get married to my mother.I knew Jeremiah was angry. All I needed was to get him more annoyed. I need to know how his father was getting his money.I lay on my bed trying to s
chapter fifty three
The beeping sound of the machine woke me up. I tried to sit upright but the throbbing pain in my head made it unbearable for me. I looked beside me and saw Jeffrey seated before me. His legs were crossed and he had a worried look on his face. " Are you awake Master Pontius?" he said slowly getting up to his feet. I nodded blinking twice. " What the hell happened?" I asked looking at him. " You tell me that. I came to meet you on the floor. You were knocked out cold." Jeffrey said looking at me. " Do you remember anything from last night?" " I was gifting Precious a car. I wanted her too.." I stopped. That was all I remembered. " Well, I am sure the person that had you knocked out wanted to teach you a lesson." Jeffrey replied. " The systems had done their work so you should be fine in two hours time." Jeffrey turned to look at me. " I managed to track Jeremiah within the time you were knocked out and I think he might have had a hand in that. What do you think I should do?" I g
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The interior of the R-9 Phantom glistened like the inside of a private jet—leather so soft it whispered against your skin, neon trims pulsing faintly along the edges, and a digital dashboard that looked like it had been stolen from a spaceship. Precious’s perfectly manicured fingers trailed along the door as she climbed in, her expression unreadable. Her friends hovered nearby, still processing what had just happened, while I slid into the passenger seat beside her with a quiet smile.I knew I had not only gotten her attention but, as a matter of fact, her father, the president, was surely going to invite me for a launch if he heard what I had done. Not just anyone could afford to buy the car. "That is one of the most expensive cars in the world." "I can't believe Pointus pulled that stunt off." "Do you think he is still spending Jeremiah's father's money? I heard he was kicked out." "And how is that possible? How did he manage to afford this, except if he isn't the son of a ric
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