CHOSEN AS THE TRILLIONAIRE'S HEIR

ULTIMATUM

Ellis was a bit shocked by the information he just learnt. He never knew something like this was possible, yet he couldn’t deny that it was real because he had just seen Mr Cyrus’ hands glow. Even without that physical evidence, Mr Cyrus had taken him in and made him the heir, there was no reason why he would lie about something like this. Cultivation was something he had only thought was possible in books and movies, not in real life. But he would be stupid to pass up the opportunity to learn about it.

“I would like to get stronger, I don’t want to ever be a victim of bullying of any kind. But can you please explain more about this to me first?” Ellis asked and Mr Cyrus nodded.

“Only very few people in the world know about this and it’s kept secret for a reason which is to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. But even among those who know about it, only few can ever be able to access Qi and also harness it. It requires extreme focus and dedication. Some people take years before they are even able to wield the lowest level of Qi manipulation. But for some others, it doesn’t take that long. It took me six months to be able to access the lowest level and within another six months, I was able to advance. It’s been ten years since I started and now, I am a level six Mage. A little more than average but not powerful enough to get to the supreme Mage ten. No one has been able to access level ten in centuries.” 

“Why? Ellis asked.

“It is extremely difficult and if you’re not careful, trying to get to that level could kill you. With each level advancement, your body must be able to contain the power that you channel. Most Mages never get past level five which is the average. And only one person has ever gotten to level Eight but he hasn’t been seen in decades, his name is Kai Khan. No one knows what happened to him and why he disappeared. Some say he was assassinated, but I highly doubt that. A level Eight Mage like him would be extremely hard to kill. Some say he was destroyed because the level Eight power was too much for him to handle. No one is sure of what happened.” Mr Cyrus said.

“But if only Kai Khan had been able to get to level Eight, then it means your power is strong even though it’s level six.”

“Yes, I am strong. Getting past level five is not an easy feat, then going further to advance one more level is a great achievement. I only know of nine people including me, who have managed to advance to level six and are still alive. And there are only five people that I know of in level seven. If you work hard, maybe you would be able to get to level six like me.”

“I want to learn, I want to be strong. I don’t just want to stop at level six, I want to advance higher than that.” Ellis said with a determined gaze.

“You’re not the first person with the plan to advance, but it’s easier said than done, trust me. Most give up along the way because of how difficult it is, while some lose their lives while trying to advance too fast. My advice to you is to take it slowly, be patient, and be consistent. No one has even gotten to level nine before despite their stubbornness. Level ten is Supreme Mage level. Since no one has ever advanced to that level, no one knows the power that comes with it. But it is rumoured that level ten unlocks a Cultivation System with advanced skills, quests and maybe even immortality. The possibilities are endless.”

“I know you mean well, but I’ve been at the bottom all my life. Thanks to you, I’ve had a chance to taste what it means to have power. I will never give up. I’ve come this far. It’s better to dream big from the beginning than to start with a small goal. I will be patient, but my goal is not level six, my goal is level ten.” Ellis said and Mr Cyrus smiled.

“I love your determination and I will support you through it all.Go and rest for now, your first lesson will start at dawn tomorrow before you leave for school. We’ll have lessons every morning till you can safely access level one. Remember to keep this to yourself. Not even my own biological children know of this, I told you because I trust you.”

“I appreciate all you’ve done for me, Mr Cyrus. And I promise never to let you down. I will make you proud with every breath in my body. You will never regret making me your son.” Ellis promised.

Meanwhile, in Jordan’s house, Jordan’s father was furious with him for getting expelled.

“You good for nothing child. How dare you?”

“I had to teach him a lesson, father. That bastard Ellis is…”

“Have you lost your mind? That boy you’re calling a bastard is now the Heir of the Royal family. Just one word from him to his father, Cyrus and he can destroy our whole family. How dare you play your stupid pranks on him?”

“You never had a problem with it before. Why are you so angry now? You’re among the school’s board of directors, none of you ever stopped us from bullying Ellis when he was poor. You’re being a hypocrite!.”

Jordan’s father slapped him so hard that the boy tumbled to the floor.

“Watch how to speak to me. I am your father!”

“You hit me.” Jordan said in shock. His father had never raised a hand on him before.

“And I will do it again if you dare talk back to me.” His father said.

Jordan turned to his mother, expecting help from her.

“Will you just stand there and let him assault me?” Jordan asked her and she scoffed.

“You’re lucky he only gave you a slap. You deserve worse. You still don’t seem to understand the mess you have put us in. And you even got yourself expelled for that matter. Why didn’t you just apologise when you were asked to?” She asked him with a scowl on her face.

“What’s the big deal? I will enrol in a different school. Royale College isn’t the only school in the country, is it?”

“Royale College may not be the only school, but it is the top school in the country. The best of the best. That is the best place for you to go to school and make connections. You need to start making allies now so when you take over my company, you can keep up the family legacy. No one will take you seriously in business if you don’t graduate from Royale College. Making the Royale family our enemies is extremely bad for business. Don’t you get it? Cyrus Royale can destroy the whole company with just one signature, he’s our biggest investor. And you dared bully his son, you fool.” His father yelled even more.

“Then revoke my expulsion so I can go back to school. You’re on the school board.” Jordan said.

“How can I do that without Mr Cyrus’ permission, he owns the school in case your empty brain has forgotten. If you had done this to any other student, I could have easily solved it. But with Ellis involved now that he’s the heir, I can’t do anything without risking Mr Cyrus’ wrath.”

“You have to fix the mess you made, Jordan.” His mother said.

“How am I supposed to do that? I’ve already been expelled. Am I supposed to crawl to Ellis and beg?”

“Yes. That is exactly what you will do.” His father said and nodded.

“Ellis is the only one who can help in this. Tomorrow, you must go back to school and beg for his forgiveness. Make him forgive you and revoke your expulsion. As the Royale Heir, the school also belongs to him so he has the power to do that.”

Jordan was shocked to his bones. How can they expect him to beg Ellis, ELLIS! The same person he called poor, wretched and a loser. Begging Ellis would be to downgrade himself. Never!

“I’m not going to do it. I don’t care who’s heir he is now. It’s all fake. Mr Cyrus will realise soon what a nuisance that boy is and toss him out to the trash where he belongs. I won’t beg him. I refuse.”

“If you don’t beg Ellis and make him revoke your expulsion, I will cut you off from the family. I will disown you and you won’t inherit a dime of my money.” His father said sternly. “So make your choice.”

“You wouldn’t dare. I am your only child. Who else will you give the company to? Do you want to destroy years of our generation’s legacy?” Jordan asked with a bewildered expression.

“I can do whatever I want. After all, Cyrus Royale has three children, yet, he gave his company to Ellis. I will follow in his footsteps and adopt a better son to give your inheritance if you don’t do as I say.” 

“You would really disown your own son? You can’t be serious, father.” Jordan said in disbelief.

“I am very serious, Jordan. I am giving you an ultimatum. It’s either you obey me or you end up on the streets, you choose.”