The Astonishing Rise Of Hector Henderson

CHAPTER 74

Hearing Hector’s words, a frown crossed Deon’s face, quickly replaced by a smirk as he glanced down at him. He had been brainstorming ways to prove to his girlfriend how influential he was and how he could do whatever he wanted. Now, he had just found the perfect opportunity to make himself look even more impressive.

“You know, you were the poorest guy in high school. You couldn’t even afford the school trip and didn’t go with the rest of the class,” Deon said, his grin widening at the memory.

Hector sighed, maintaining his composure. The truth was, he hadn’t gone on the school trip because it coincided with his grandmother’s memorial, an event he wouldn’t have missed for anything.

“And let’s not forget—you didn’t buy food from the cafeteria. You always brought your lunchbox because the cafeteria food was too expensive for your family,” Deon added, clearly enjoying himself.

‘That was because my mother was overly cautious about my health,’ Hector thought. ‘I was sick all the time as a k