The students loitering in the canteen all sported humorous and derisive expressions.He doesn't deserve anything, but it's fine to hand him 500 dollars!They all chuckled mockingly at the idea.“How dare a guy in need of money think of coming here?”“Quite distasteful.”Nolan remained silent, his gaze fixed intensely on Kevin. “I'm sure you don't want a commotion here, right? It would be wise to do as I say.”Kevin smirked coldly, scrutinizing Nolan disdainfully. “I don't know how many lives you have, willing to give one up here!” He casually threatened, “Well, I don't have any headphones with me, so just leave and stop causing a scene.”With that said, Kevin leaned back in his chair, refocusing on the delicacies on the table."Hmph! You shouldn't have spoken to him at all. He doesn't deserve it," one of the group members commented.Another added with disgust, “I really wonder what kind of nerve he has, blindly approaching you for headphones. Even if he has headphones, he shouldn't dr
Nolan maintained an impassive expression while calmly inquiring, "Then, inform me of the whereabouts of my headphones, but only if you're not apprehensive about facing me."Michael's fists tightened with anticipation as he awaited Kevin's reply. The lost headphones were intended for him, and only he knew the fervor with which he sought them.Without hesitation, Michael responded to Nolan in a nonchalant manner. "Yes, yes, yes, I took your headphones!" He emphatically and proudly confirmed that he was in possession of the headphones.An immediate hush fell over the surroundings.Could it be true that Kevin had actually stolen Nolan's headphones, the ones he had been searching for?Their concern wasn't so much about the act of theft itself but rather the shock of Kevin boldly and fearlessly admitting to it in a public setting.Nolan's facial expression twitched. He couldn't comprehend Kevin's motive for openly confessing to the act. Wasn't he afraid of potential repercussions from the s
He conveyed his words in a manner that suggested uncertainty.A collective sense of unease settled in everyone's hearts.Did they correctly hear what was just said?“No, no, Kevin must be mistaken!”Perplexed and unaware students reached for their phones, initiating internet searches. After retrieving the results, they found it challenging to believe what they saw.The headphone's price exceeded $87,000!“Could our eyes be deceiving us?” they wondered, quickly dismissing the thought, understanding that it was improbable for all of them to misperceive simultaneously.They double-checked their phones, still struggling to comprehend the astonishing prices and the headphone's name.“Our eyes are not playing tricks on us!” they unanimously affirmed, convinced that their vision was accurate. The unsettling aspect was Kevin's words; he likely confused the headphone's name with another.With an air of smugness, Kevin leisurely cast a glance at the chaotic scene, where students were entangled
“Parr! Parr! Parr!The three sounds echoed in everyone's ears making them feel their heart tightened.They were not quick to realize what had happened, until someone shouted.“Hey, look! The guy's face… face is bleeding!” Everyone turned to the direction of the guy that had just gone to Nolan.He was slapped?!He was slapped by No… Nolan!No one felt such a thing had happened, including the guy himself. He didn't know he'd gotten slapped until after a minute.“Did… I just got slapped?” He battles with those words as he subconsciously holds his already swallow cheek.Anger and shame fummed his eyes, as he shouted. “Why did you lay your filthy hands on me?!”When he had spoken earlier, he never expected any retribution by Nolan against him. He had only spoken and insulted Nolan just like the others did, so he couldn't understand why Nolan chose to vent his anger unto him, of all people.He wished he could reverse time, and probably kept shut, then maybe he wouldn't have been slapped in
That was the only last hope he could gather that he'll be listened to. From their previous meeting, he could see how much the principal was careful and wondered who the rich man was behind him. The principal seethed his teeth, and reluctantly said. “Fine, let's all go to the school compound.”“Yes sir.” The two teachers reluctantly nodded, gritting their teeth. The students at the school compound were already getting impatient. Some even started patrolling around, as they began wondering where Nolan had gone.“Edmond, where could Nolan have gone to?” Freddie's anxious voice questioned.“I don't know. Let's wait.” Edmond himself was anxious, but he decided to have a little faith in Nolan.Due to the anxious and panic mood, they had forgotten Nolan wasn't a fool to stupidly create such a scene without careful thought.Micheal tightly holds his palm in sweat. He now knew that things weren't as easy as just Kevin admitting to stealing the headphone. He had been so obsessed with having h
Swiftly recovering from their initial shock, they snapped back with surprising speed, only to be greeted by a cacophony of mocking laughter that reverberated through the air.Haha haha hahaThe collective sentiment among the onlookers shifted, now viewing Nolan as a colossal fool. Why hadn't he seized the opportunity to escape the moment it presented itself? What compelled him to remain in the lion's den?Kevin and his cohorts, known for their notoriety and popularity, were clearly a force to be reckoned with. Nolan's audacious public defiance against them left everyone questioning his rationale. Did he genuinely believe he would emerge unscathed?"Even if he possessed seven lives, today's predicament would remain an inescapable ordea for Nolan.” That was the thought that filled everyone mind.Just as everyone had settled on the presumed outcome, three additional figures materialized in their field of vision.Two teachers and the principal!The prin… the principal?!Their legs trembl
The principal paused contemplatively before addressing the situation further. "If you believe you can outrightly deny it, I must say you're quite fascinating, because the students are present, and they overheard your previous admission."Having said that, the principal turned towards the students. "Tell me. Did Kevin confess to possessing Nolan's headphones?" he inquired, anticipating an honest response.The students remained in silence, deep in contemplation. Admitting to hearing Kevin's admission would implicate him, and repercussions might follow even after the immediate issue was resolved.They found themselves in a tight spot, caught between potential consequences for speaking the truth and the warning signals from Kevin and his group, urging them to remain silent at all costs."Are you all deaf? Answer me!" the principal's stern voice echoed, instilling a sense of fear in the students.He hates their silence so much. It was obvious he knew they were contemplating which side they
"Are you eagerly anticipating your upcoming visit to the prison?" The sarcastic undertone in Kevin's voice was unmistakable.Nolan simply scoffed in response.Undeterred, Kevin seemed unfazed by the lack of reaction. "Well, perhaps you shouldn't have gone to such extremes, stealing an expensive headphone just to alter everyone's perception of you," he said with feigned concern and a sly smile.The students burst into laughter at Kevin's words, and from his explanation, they began to entertain the notion that Nolan might have resorted to theft in an attempt to shake off the labels of being a wreck and poor, as implied by the rumors.Nolan, however, remained nonchalant, opting not to offer any response.Michael, who had been harboring anxiety and anger, couldn't contain his emotions any longer. "You foolish and thoughtless Kevin! Do you believe your popularity gives you the right to trample over anyone?"Freddie seized the opportunity to chime in, adding fuel to the fire. "I heard somet