The Billionaire Takeover

Chapter 12

After the tumultuous events had settled and everyone had left, the headmaster approached Kraig, a solemn look on his face. 

He cleared his throat and began, "Kraig, I owe you an apology. I should have handled this situation better, and I'm deeply sorry for the trouble you've endured."

Kraig smiled as he said, " It's no problems Headmaster." He wasn't at all friendly with the headmaster, as he knew very well that the headmaster had only sided with him because of his grandfather.

The headmaster further asked Kraig to seat and when he asked about Kraig's classes, Kraig only nodded and tells him they were great. 

But then, the headmaster was a bit reluctantly regarding the words that was hung on the tip of his tongue. 

When Kraig noticed this, he scoffed, "Is there something else headmaster?" Kraig was dying to leave immediately, he had no idea how to quickly leave the office.

"Actually there is." The headmaster smiled at Kraig. 

"I had no idea you are the son of the DeVille."

"Apparently I am." Kraig smiled.

 The headmaster then dropped a bombshell that left Kraig stunned. "The institution is owned by the DeVille group. Your grandmother founded the university." 

Kraig's heart skipped a beat as the weight of those words settled in. He couldn't believe that accumulated to the wealth of the DeVille's was also the most prestigious university in the city. 

Kraig's eyes wavered around as his heart felt an enormous amount of excitement, but it didn't last.

As much as he was excited, the idea was overwhelming, and for some reason, Kraig couldn't shake a sense of fear that came with such a responsibility.

Questions raced through Kraig's mind. What would it mean to own the school? How could he possibly manage such a vast institution and the family's businesses? 

The thought of wielding such influence and power left him both awestruck and anxious.

The headmaster then scoffed and said, "It's time now, follow me."

Kraig was baffled as he asked, "Where are we going?" 

"To introduce the school's heir to the other students and teachers." 

There was a sudden silence that left the headmaster stunned. He noticed Kraig was still seated.

"Mr DeVille, shall we?" He asked stretching his hand towards the direction of the door.

Kraig's eyes glimmered for a moment and then he met the headmasters eyes. 

"That's not going to happen." 

Shock ran through the headmaster's spine and his eyes widened in terror, "What do you mean Kraig?"

Kraig, wearing a cautious smile, gently stood on his feet, and placed his hands in his pockets.

He walked closer to the headmaster. For a moment there, the headmaster felt belittled as Kraig was standing like an heir that he was. 

Kraig then said, "I've been living a private life, and I would like it to remain that way."

The headmaster, however, had a different perspective. He felt it was important to make an announcement to the students, ensuring that Kraig received the respect and recognition he deserved as the school's new owner.

With a hint of skepticism, Kraig responded, "Are you saying this is so the students won't bully me?"

The headmaster, momentarily taken aback by Kraig's directness, struggled to find an immediate response. Finally, he sighed and admitted, 

"Well, yes, that's one way to put it. But it's also about transparency and making sure everyone knows who's behind this institution."

Kraig, however, disagreed. He leaned in closer to the headmaster and said, "I understand your point, but I'd prefer to keep this a secret. I don't need the attention."

The headmaster, although initially resistant, finally relented, nodding slowly. "Very well, Kraig. If that's your wish, we'll keep it quiet for now."

"That's perfect then. Is there anything else that needs to be settled?" Kraig raised a brow.

"The school festival is by the corner and the staffs are worried we might not be able to do much this year and..."

Kraig didn't let him finish, he cuts the headmaster short, "I'm sure this are matters that should be discussed with my grandfather." 

The headmaster was stunned, he smiles and said, "Of course." 

Kraig walked out of the office. He was still very much disturbed that he would have to take responsibility very soon.

Taking a deep breath, Kraig walked through the corridors of the school, lost in his thoughts. 

Just as he was about to exit the building, a familiar voice called out, "Hello."

Kraig turned to see Wynn approaching him with a friendly smile. 

It was the first time he had noticed her smile since highschool.

 She looked gorgeous and was dressed up in baggy jeans and a short top.

It was different from the outfit she had wore in the morning, "Where are you off to?" 

 She walked up to him, curiosity in her eyes, and asked, "Kraig, what happened in there?"

Kraig sighed and leaned against the wall, feeling a bit overwhelmed. He decided to share some of the news with her, saying, "Juan won't be a student here anymore. His uncle, Griffin, made that decision."

Wynn's eyes lit up with excitement at the news, and she couldn't contain her joy. She reached out to grab Kraig's arm, ready to drag him along to share the news with others.

But Kraig stopped her, gently pulling his arm away. He looked at her with a serious expression and said, "Wynn, I appreciate your but can we stop being friends?"