CHOSEN AS THE TRILLIONAIRE'S HEIR

CULTIVATION SYSTEM

Ellis wasn’t used to being the centre of his attention in school unless it was for something negative. So it was weird for him to see people gawking at him, whispering about his new clothes and shoes and staring in awe as they discreetly tried to take pictures of his outfit. But he didn’t show that he was feeling a bit anxious, he just walked down the halls with his head held high. When he opened the class door, he didn’t immediately step inside, just in case they tried to pull the same prank on him as last time where there was a bucket of smelly water waiting at the top of the door to drench him.

Nothing fell from the top of the door so he walked in with more confidence. The bullying would stop now that they knew he wasn’t just a poor student anymore. Jordan was in class with a frown on his face as he saw Ellis walking inside. Enily was also in the class seated beside Jordan, but she was looking at Ellis with longing. Just his shirt was more expensive that everything in her wardrobe. She was regretting why she left Ellis for Jordan. 

“Settle down, class.” The professor said as he walked into the classroom.

Ellis sat at his usual position at the front of the class and Jordan smirked from the back while watching. As Ellis opened the desk compartment of his seat to get out his books, there was a pop! And was immediately glitter bombed. His whole face and hair was covered in the sticky, shiny pieces.

“Now you look like a princess.” Jordan said and laughed at Ellis with some of his loyal boys.

The professor stared at Ellis with horror. Usually, when Ellis got bullied, all the teachers turned a blind eye. But today, the professor was terrified of getting fired. Ellis was now a Royale. How dare they assault him?

“Mr Jordan! What is the meaning of this nonsense? Are you still up to these childish pranks?”

Jordan was surprised that the professor was speaking up about it. And as if the universe was against him, the school’s director walked into their class to pass an important announcement when he saw Ellis.

“What is going on?”

“It’s Jordan, sir.” The professor immediately reported.

“Jordan Kine? Why would you do this to your classmate? This school has a strict no bullying policy.” The director said and Jordan’s face turned red in embarrassment.

“No one ever had any problem with me doing this to him before. Suddenly everyone cares and now you remember we have a policy. That’s fucking hypocritical!” Jordan fumed.

“Mr Jordan! You are on school premises. No swearing, and do not speak to me that way. You will respect my position as the executive director of this institution.  Apologise to Mr Ellis right now.”

“Never! I would rather eat my own hair that apologise to this lowlife.” Jordan yelled.

“Apologise right now or I will have you expelled from this school.”

“You can’t do that. My father is part of the school’s board.” Jordan said.

“And Ellis’ father is the owner of this school. Or have you forgotten? He’s no longer the same person you used to know. So apologise.”

Jordan stood with his bag.

“I’ll leave instead, expel me if you want. I don’t care.” He said and then walked out.

Later that day when he got home, after eating and napping for a while, Mr Cyrus called for him.

“The director called me today. He said there was a little incident at school.”

Ellis sighed.

“It was nothing. It was handled at school, there’s no need for you to worry.”

“You’re my son now, It’s my job to worry about you. Tell me what happend.”

“It was Jordan. You already know him from your days pretending to be a janitor. I thought he would stop now that I’m a Royale, no one else tried to bully me, just him. The director asked him to apologise and he chose to leave instead.”

“How dare he still  try to belittle you! I’m tired of them always trying to look down on you. You’re a trillionaire’s son.”

“You don’t have to fight my battle for me. You chose me to lead your empire someday because you believe in my ability to handle things.” Ellis said and Mr Cyrus sighed.

“You’re right. And it’s not like I don’t believe you’re capable. Like I said, I’m your father now, which means it’s normal for me to worry. But I can do more for you than just worry.”

“You don't need to do anything more, Mr Cyrus. You’ve already done so much. You’ve given me your name and your wealth.”

“And we have seen that it’s still not enough, you need something more if you want to be completely protected. I have a secret to share with you, Ellis. Only few people in the world know about this and I have never told or taught another person. But I trust you with it. Can you keep a secret?” Mr Cyrus asked.

“Whatever you tell me will not leave this room.” Ellis said with a nod, though he was confused at what Mr Cyrus could possibly want to tell him that was so secret.

“I will make sure of that.” Mr Cyrus said and Ellis’ eyes widened as Mr Cyrus’s arms began to glow.

“W…what?”

“Sit down, Ellis. What I’m about to say will change your life forever.” Mr Cyrus said and then his hands stopped glowing.

“What did you just do?” 

“I put a sound barrier around the room so even if anyone is eavesdropping, they won’t hear anything. It’s to make sure you’re the only one who hears what I want to say.”

“How is that possible? Is it… magic?” Heasked and Mr Cyrus chuckled.

“Something like that but not exactly that. It’s called Qi or Chi. It’s the essential life force present in living beings. The very essence of the universe. Chi just flows and exists on its own, but learning to harness it is called a Cultivation System. With enough practice, you’ll be able to train your body and mind to do amazing things like what you just saw me do. You can advance in power and level up your skill grade if you’re determined. Would you like to learn?”