“What?” He gasped. “You must be kidding, sir.” He shrugged, maintaining a distance away from Alcantara.“Why do you think I’m joking?” Alcantara rubbed his nose. “You have potential and a talent I can’t risk to miss, how about you think about it, huh?” Alcantara raised a brow and he sighed heavily.“I would have loved to but I’m still in school and would - -” He began but he politely interrupted. Alcantara placed a hand on his wrist.“I can wait. As long as you will join my company, I’m satisfied.” Alcantara beamed.Jamal couldn’t believe how things played out for him. Here he was, trying to convince Alcantara of the mission his stepmother sent him and now Alcantara wants him to work with him in his Gaming Company that deals on technology and application development.“But sir, the main reason I’m here is that -” He stuttered nervously and Alcantara smirked.By this time, they were already seated at their reserved table and the waitress walked over to them, wearing a warm smile.“Excus
“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
“This must be a dream.” Throughout the night, Jamal couldn’t blink his eyes. He was alert and anxious.The ringing of his phone alarm woke him up, and before that, there were some unread notifications.“What?” He gasped, closing his mouth with his hand as his eyes widened.The message reads: “[Credit Alert: $100,000,00 from JACKIE-VILLE EMPIRE. Available Balance:…].The second message reads: “[Congratulations, Mr. Jamal, we have accepted you into Jackie-Ville Technology Group. Submit your work profile and start work immediately.]” He couldn’t believe his eyes.It felt like he was on cloud nine. He jumped from the bed and danced his heart out.“BREAKING NEWS: The legitimate heir and successor of Jackie-Ville’s Empire resurfaced and, according to rumors, he will resume work from next week.”News spread like wildfire throughout the entire city. He entered college and saw the amount of eyes that were on him. That was the least he expected from them. And the most surprising fact was that
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
“You?” The woman and her husband were stunned to see him as he walked into the mall completely.“I told you I will return, didn’t I?” He raised a brow, looking at them slyly. That was the same mall where he had gotten the red purse for Mia.“Yeah, we know, but why are you back?” The woman batted her lashes as her husband retired to the counter. “The news of theft has reduced since the last intercession. Are you back for more?” She scoffed, and he rolled his eyes.“Again, I’m here to shop.” He paused. “I thought you had learned your lesson last time.” He shook his head in disappointment as he went over to the exclusive area. She followed him.“You are in the wrong direction. That way is for expensive outfits of $10,000.” She tried to stop him, but he refused, tucking his hand into his trouser pocket.“I know what I want.” He clicked his tongue.He entered the area where limited edition outfits were organized, especially for rich men and celebrities.The woman gave him a dirty look befo
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
“Seriously? And you want me to believe you.” The investor sucked his teeth.“Get lost while you still can. How can someone as poor as you are outwit Martins?” They shook their head in disappointment.Jamal laughed like an insane person as he stepped out of the company. They fired him for fighting for his rights after only a week. He even had to report to some boards of directors and shareholders about the mishap, but they didn’t believe him because he had no proof.The worst thing that can happen to a scientist is if their work was being stolen, it was nothing different from death to them.“Hey! Get me a bottle of beer!” He called out to the seller as he sat roughly on the chair.He crashed at a nearby street bar on his way home. The seller smirked, dropping his orders on the table.“Why do rich people always love ripping the poor? Is it because I have no connection and money that they leave my voice unheard?” He complained in distraught as he gulped the alcohol.“I knew something was
“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