Everyone was wearing expensive outfits and cologne but Jamal was different and identifiable because of his dressing. He wasn’t able to purchase any new clothes because his account was under restriction and the only fund he had hopes on was being used to clear his final dues.He looked around the reception hall of Sky Bar and a sharp sigh exhaled from him.“Am I really doing this?” He mumbled to himself, feeling nervous.He knew the kind of person he was meeting with, at least he would have put some effort in his dressing so as not to be taken for granted. Either way, he wanted to prove to his stepfamily that he was truly of Dashiell's blood.“Good day,” He began, the receptionist narrowed her gaze at him briefly. “I’m here for Mr. Alcantara.” His next statement followed.She batted her lashes and laughed.“My apologies but I have to deny you access.” She rolled her eyes, obviously trying to make him feel bad. “Your dress mode and style don’t match with our criteria.” She lashed at him

“Hope you ain’t gonna set him free like last time!” Audrey’s voice prevailed through the watching crowd as Jamal entered the dean’s office with Mia and Samson. “What happened?” The dean’s eyes rolled on each of them, waiting for their response. “He started it first! He punched me in the face and that’s not a simple offense.” Samson retorted in anger. “I wouldn’t have punched you if you didn’t ask for it.” He groaned in dissatisfaction, especially beholding the sight of his ex girlfriend with another man. “Thankfully, you admitted it.” Mia rolled her tongue. “Dean, you know the right thing to do here, right?” Samson raised a brow, walking closer to the dean. “I mean, kicking this trash bag outside this school before news gets to my father, huh?” Samson chuckled in mockery. “Kick me out? What do you mean by that?” His chin tightened. “Isn’t it super clear? Of course, giving you an expulsion letter.” Mia laughed as she explained Samson’s statement to him. He smirked, turning to her

Jamal cleared his throat. “Well, this has nothing to do with me.” He said after a long silence. Besides, he also wasn’t getting any kind treatment, so melding into a stranger’s business was out of his mind.“Please, save me just this one time.” The lady started pleading. “They are loan sharks. I promised to pay them, but something happened to the funds I was expecting and now, they want my body as compensation.” She explained to him rashly, and the men grinned in annoyance.He knew he had little physical strength to fight with the hoodlums, and he also felt bad for the naïve, weak lady. He sighed heavily before looking at them.“After all, there is no gain in paying evil to evil.” He mumbled to himself.“Please, spare this lady.” He said.The men laughed loudly and approached them, dusting their knuckles.“Look here, young man, this is none of your business, so back off and allow us to settle our differences!” One man said.“Yes. Her loan is over 11,500 dollars and it has been pending

He watched her as she constantly exhaled and inhaled. He didn’t say a word as she finally gulped the water and looked in his direction. Her eyes permeating anger changed to something warm. She clicked her fingers on her desk.“This project, I want you to take it up with Martins.” She said.“Why?” He raised a brow. “I can work on it on my own.” He smirked. “It’s something I’m used to.” He unintentionally bragged.“I know, but this is a multi-trillion company and any mistake would render us enormous loss.” She began. “You need to work with someone who is familiar with the system and that’s Martins. Am I clear?” She raised a sharp brow, urging him seriously.He nodded, admitting defeat. She wasn’t completely wrong. “Sure.” He said. “The meeting will be held in two days from now. I will work on it with Martins.” He informed her.“Good.” She sighed.The preparation went on as the unpleasant rating and reviews for the company’s application slowly subsided.“It’s replacing the software engin

“So, you mean I should give up?” He scoffed. “But it’s not supposed to be so.” He shook his head.“You have to accept it the way it is and lay low, Jamal.” Dennis began. “At this point, they won’t listen to me.” Dennis sighed.“Is there any difference between them and criminals?” He hasn’t been able to forget about the incident that happened at the company. They only tainted his name and made other staff think he was a good-for-nothing.“I know how you are feeling, but I want you to stay away from them. Too bad, Old Jack is not here to protect you.” Dennis sighed. “Train away from them and have the last bite when the time comes.” Dennis encouraged him curtly.“Fine.” He sighed, taking a short stroll around the space.“I will restrict my contact with you for safety reasons. Beware of your step-brothers, they are evil but that doesn’t mean you should hate them.” Dennis rubbed his nose bridge, stood up, and patted Jamal’s shoulder. “All will be fine. You just have to rely on your strengt