{ PREPARATION TOWARDS EXAMINATION AND FINAL FIGHT OF THE TERM}Zack glanced at the group of hoodlums, his expression tense with a mix of apprehension and determination. "We can't let them intimidate us," he muttered, his fists clenching at his sides.I stepped forward, facing the group squarely. "What do you want?" I demanded, trying to keep my voice steady despite the adrenaline coursing through me.One of the hoodlums, a burly guy with a sneer plastered on his face, stepped forward. "We heard there was a little scuffle back there," he said, jerking his thumb in the direction of the school building. "And we figured we'd come to see what all the fuss was about.""We don't want any trouble," I replied, glancing at Zack, who stood beside me, his jaw set in determination.The hoodlum laughed, a harsh sound that grated on my nerves. "Well, trouble seems to follow you two around like a bad smell," he said, his eyes narrowing as he looked us up and down. "But maybe we can help each other ou
{ AN HUNGER TO PROVE MYSELF}As the realization sank in that the tournament date had been set, a surge of adrenaline coursed through me. This was it—the final showdown, the ultimate test of strength and skill. But more than that, it was a chance to prove to myself and everyone else that I was capable and that I could overcome any obstacle in my path. Also, it was time to prove it to Mr. Dickson. I was not someone to be taken lightly. I was going to best Titus and claim the prize. Titus's taunts echoed in my mind, fueling the fire of determination burning within me. I squared my shoulders, meeting his gaze head-on. "I'm not scared of you, Titus," I declared, my voice steady despite the nervous energy humming through my veins. "I've faced tougher challenges than you, and I've always come out on top."Titus chuckled, a sound that grated on my nerves. "We'll see about that," he said, his tone dripping with arrogance. "But mark my words: when we face off in the tournament, I won't hold ba
{ TOWARD THE END OF THE SEMESTER}I walk up towards Rosetta and kissed her. "I thought you wanted some time alone to think. I saw you were not too happy during the drive down to school. Is there anything bothering you?" I looked at Rose and smiled. "I just have a lot to think about, not to mention my low GPA." Rosetta smiled "Do you want to study with me?" she asked, still holding onto my hand. "We practically live in the same house, so I don't see how that is not possible." I laughed Davina looked at us and was about to walk away. Rosetta left me and walked towards her. "You have better stay away from my man. You had your chances with him, and you blew it." Davina said nothing but simply walked out of sight. Zack looked at us and said, "Can we go now?" He said, gently trying to hide his scar from Rosetta. "What happened to your face?" Rose asked, holding his chin up, to have a closer look. "Jonas did." I replied, walking in front of them while they walked behind me. " What! You
{ THE PLAN}We all looked at the wide screen in front of us and wondered how Jonas's father had managed to kill the leading candidate. "I can't believe the people are not seeing him for the demon he is." Cassandra said in anger. "He has the whole town under his thumb." Thomas replied "That is scary, you know. How do we go up against a man who has control over everyone?" Rosetta looked at us all. She recalled her past memory when she worked as a sex slave for big men in the country. The more she shared her past with us, the more we got scared. This is definitely not something we can take on by ourselves. "Should we get the police involved?" Zack looked at me. " Really? Have you forgotten that Jonas and the cops are friends? I am sure Mr. Dickson will have many people up in high places watching out for him. The bed we can do is infiltrate his gang and cause havoc from within. Are you sure you are up for any of this?" I looked at Cassandra, and she nodded. The news ended, and a figh
{ THE LONG AWAITED DAY} I kept training my ass off and getting ready for the FNA fight with Titus. Many important and prominent people in the country had booked their tickets to come and watch the fight between us. Many of the students wanted to be my friends and get closer to me. I was becoming more famous by the day, and my pictures were everywhere on the internet. My previous fight and victory were played by many students on the campus. " Woah! I am sure he is stronger than Titus. It is a waste of time for Titus to challenge someone like Fred." One of the students said it aloud, and everyone looked at me. I smiled a little, trying to feel loved by them, and furrowed my brows. "What would happen if I lost to Titus? I am sure many of them would stop being my friends, and I would be one once I had always been one. God help me! even if it is just this once," I said, gently looking at the sky's I looked forward and saw Diana waking towards me. We've been dating for a while now. I had
{ EVERY PUT INTO PLACE} I looked at Rosetta, and I could see the pain and anguish in her eyes. The fact that Diana was all over me was something that upset her, but there was nothing I could do about it. We needed to know where Mr. Dickson was stashing his funds. I got back home, and I noticed Rosetta was acting funny. I laughed, seeing the look on her face. "You now know jealousy doesn't suit you." I said it casually, trying to hold onto her hand. "I told you, you need to take things easy with me. I need to play along if Diana believes I truly love her. We are close to realizing what we want. Can you just put up with me for some time? We are almost there." I said it with a smile on my face. The truth was, I had been trying to get to know Diana, and what scares me is that I am beginning to fall in love with her.We were in the garden one day, and she looked at me and said, "Would you like to meet my father?" The atmosphere was a little tense. "Meet your father and tell him what?" I
{ SHOPPING SPREW WITH DIANA} " What! Don't tell me you mean what you have just said. Do you know what you are asking of me?" Ethan voiced a loud look at me. "Keep your voice down, will you? I know this is a great risk, and you are definitely risking your life, but I am not asking you to do this without getting something in return." I replied, looking around. "What are you giving me then, celebrity boy?" I laughed at the name. Ethan called me, "What about giving you $20,000?" I said it with a smile. Ethan looked at me and laughed. "Are you kidding? Well, if you have just $2000, then I would be more than willing to help you out." I saw he didn't believe me. "Can I have your details?" I gave him the phone, and each of them pressed his digit into it. Ethan's phone chimed, and he looked at his message. "Holy sh*t! Did you just send me $20,000?" He asked with a surprised tone. "If you can do a neat job without getting traced, then I will add another $20,000." Ethan looked at me and
{ DINNER DATE WITH MR DICKSON'S FAMILY }Diana looked at the tattoo that was all over my body, and I could see her blush. "I feel like having you right now," she said seductively." here? right now?" I asked, looking at her weirdly. "Don't tell me you don't feel like having sex with me right now." Diana teased me by looking at my bare chest. I had grown muscular and gotten some packs. I was a turn-on for every woman. "I can't believe Rosetta was having all of this to herself," Diana said, biting her lower lips. "Can you just leave so that I can test the dresses?" I said I felt a little shy. Diana walked out, leaving me alone. I heaved a sigh of relief and quickly changed. "Can we go now?' I looked at Diana after making sure the clothes were all fitted. Diana looked at the girl standing before her and threw the bag towards her. "Have this packed in the car." She ordered, and I looked at her. "Can't you take this to the car yourself?" Diana looked at me, and I could see the look in