The Billionaire Takeover

Chapter 11

The tension in the headmaster's office escalated to new heights as the headmaster's request for Juan and Griffin to kneel before Kraig was met with defiance.

Griffin, with a scowl etched across his face, spoke up firmly, "I won't kneel to any student, and if you insist on siding with Kraig, I will withdraw Juan from this school immediately, and I'll ensure that all our family's donations cease."

The Dean, taken aback by Griffin's threat, hesitated for a moment. The prospect of losing the influential family's donations weighed heavily on his mind. With a reluctant nod, he turned to the dean and said, ", perhaps we should reconsider the situation. Maybe Kraig is indeed the one at fault here."

The dean, eager to avoid further conflict, quickly apologized to Griffin, his voice shaking slightly as he did. "Mr. Griffin, I apologize for any misunderstanding. We value our longstanding relationship with your family."

Griffin's expression softened, satisfied with the dean's submission. He leaned back in his chair, seemingly victorious.

However, the headmaster was not finished. He turned back to the dean, his voice firm, "Dean, if Griffin doesn't apologize and acknowledge the wrongdoing, I will expel Juan, and you will be relieved of your duties."

Griffin's eyes widened in disbelief, and he couldn't help but blurt out, "Have you lost your senses, headmaster?"

Ignoring Griffin's outburst, the headmaster then turned his attention to Kraig. "Mr. Kraig, please have a seat."

With a wry smile, Kraig responded, "Don't worry, headmaster; it seems there are no available seats."

The headmaster, unwilling to let Griffin's challenge go unanswered, ordered Griffin to stand up from his chair. Griffin, thoroughly offended by the headmaster's demand, slowly rose to his feet, his face flushed with anger.

The headmaster spoke again, his voice unyielding, "Griffin, you may not kneel, but you will acknowledge the need for reconciliation in this matter. Let this be a lesson for all students and their families."

The headmaster, determined to get to the truth of the matter, addressed Griffin firmly. "Mr. Griffin, it is evident that Juan was at fault and that Kraig acted in self-defense. I cannot let false accusations stand."

Griffin, clenching his fists in frustration, retorted, "That's a lie! Juan would never do such a thing."

The headmaster, undeterred, picked up the phone and called the campus security. "Bring me the footage from the parking lot," he ordered.

As the security personnel retrieved the footage, an air of tension enveloped the room. Griffin, unable to maintain his bravado, shifted uncomfortably in his seat.

When the footage was played, the room fell silent. It showed Juan used security personnel to assault Kraig in the parking lot. The evidence was irrefutable, and Griffin couldn't find words to defend his nephew's actions.

The headmaster, his voice stern, turned to Griffin and Juan. "This footage clearly shows that Juan were the aggressor. This behavior is unacceptable in our institution."

As Juan and Griffin realized the gravity of the situation, they were left with no choice but to kneel, humiliation etched across their faces. The headmaster, unwavering in his commitment to justice, made it clear that if they didn't cooperate, he would involve the police.

With great embarrassment, they bowed their heads, and the headmaster continued, "This is a lesson for all students and their families. We will not tolerate such behavior."

The headmaster then turned his attention to the dean, who had failed to properly investigate the incident. "Dean, you have not met the standards of this institution in handling this matter. You are relieved of your duties."

The Dean let out an incredulous laugh and retorted, "Why should I be fired for not investigating this matter? Kraig isn't worth the trouble."

The headmaster's patience had worn thin, and he couldn't tolerate the dean's dismissive attitude any longer. With a swift and resounding slap, he left the dean stunned and in disbelief.

"Leave the school premises immediately," the headmaster commanded.

Realizing the headmaster's resolve, the dean felt a sense of dread wash over him. He dropped to his knees, desperation in his eyes, and pleaded with the headmaster not to fire him. But his pleas fell on deaf ears.

Griffin, witnessing the events unfolding, couldn't contain his frustration. He scoffed at the entire situation and firmly gripped Juan's hand, declaring, "We're leaving, Juan. We're quitting this school, and our family will stop all financial support to this institution."

The headmaster, undeterred by Griffin's threats, responded, "It's just as you wish."

Griffin, greatly upset by the turn of events, stormed out of the headmaster's office, dragging Juan with him. 

The dean, realizing that the headmaster was unmoved by his words, felt a deep sense shivering within him.

 Shamefully, he turned to Kraig, his voice hoarse as he said, "I'm deeply sorry for my actions, Kraig. I should have investigated the matter thoroughly, and I failed you."

Kraig, stunned by the dean's apology, didn't know how to respond. He disliked the Dean so much that his heart jumped in joy upon the proposed resignation. 

The dean's hands tightened on Kraig pants. Craig felt uncomfortable but before he could say a word, thee headmaster, picked up the phone and called the campus security. 

"Escort him out of the school premises. Do not allow him access into the school."

As the security dragged the dean away, the once-respected figure of authority left the school in disgrace.