Later that night after Eric and Ben had left, Jed tossed around the hospital bed. For some reason, he couldn't sleep.Finally, he got tired of turning around so he just laid straight, his head facing the dark ceiling.Just as he was about to call out to Vendetta, the crisp sound of his phone filled the room.Who could it be? Ever since that time that he woke up, none of the Jetti's family has ever visited him again. Only the butler called on behalf of his father but the tone at which he spoke was displeasing so the call ended as soon as it started.Jed sat up slightly and took the phone. An unknown number was flashing on it. He pondered if he should answer it or not. But then, his fingers already swiped the answer button."Hello," An older masculine voice spoke through the phone. "Is this Mr Jedidiah Jetti?""Yes," Jed curiously answered."This is Mr Skye," The caller answered and then waited for Jed to speak. He certainly didn't expect what the lad said next."Who are you?"The que
He looked around the empty room and quickly deduced the reason for Jed's low spirited look. The latter is supposed to be discharged today yet not even one of the Jetti's showed up.Fine... He understands they don't like Jed but can't they keep up appearances even for pretense?"Why are you guys here?" Jed was really surprised. The last time they came for a visit, they never mentioned they would accompany him back to the dorm any day he is discharged."We met them downstairs and found out you were getting discharged today so we came over with them and didn't forget to bring you flowers. Young master, we are glad you have recovered," Ian was the one that replied. He thought the question was meant for him and Scarlett.Jed chose to let the matter go. The depressed atmosphere around him slowly vanished as his smile widened. He stretched out his hands to collect the flowers with a 'thank you.' Eric helped him pack up and they headed out.On their way out, he turned to Ian and Scarlett,"Y
'User has to raise enough funds required for the baby's surgery to earn four reward points,' Vendetta informed. 'There is no deadline for this task but it will expire when the user fails to arouse sympathy from the passers-by or when a new task arises.'Jed's eyes fixated on the woman and baby. Four reward points just to raise funds for the baby's surgery... Well, that sounds simple.'I will imply the user not to be too forward,' Vendetta's robotic voice sounded a bit amused.Just then, Jed heard Scarlett ask,"Dad, how much is the surgery fee exactly?""I don't know," Ian shrugged. "But while going through the procedure for your brother's surgery, I overheard some of the nurses saying a tetralogy of fallot surgery costs at least eighty to eighty-five thousand dollars."Not Scarlett, others were shocked to hear the huge amount the surgery costs.Jed suddenly felt like he was being cheated. He had to leave the hospital soon yet Vendetta asked him to raise funds from the passers-by for t
Everyone heard the man's words cause they tensed up. The chauffeur swallowed a laugh. It serves this prudent boy right!Jed smiled coldly and he moved closer to the man. Then in a hushed tone that only the two of them could hear, he said,"Go ahead sir. Go ahead and call them if you have the guts. I'm sure the cops will be happy to have you in their custody for murder."The man's eyes widened in shock. How did Jed know? No one was in the room when he disconnected the oxygen tube!"I'm sure they will even love the video of you disconnecting her oxygen tube better," Jed smiled harmlessly. This foolish man didn't know he was giving away himself with his thoughts but Jed used that to his advantage.The man began to sweat profusely and suddenly before everyone, he shouted,"I'll donate!"Even the passers-by stopped, some sneered,"She will only use your money to purchase alcohol. Don't waste money. If you have too much, just donate to a charity find.""The mother is at fault, we understand.
The school wasn't noisy as usual which was surprising. Probably because the entrance exams were approaching, the sophomore classes were quieter.Some of them, like the elites' class, had teachers in them while others were empty but students were studying in groups.Only two students remained isolated. Liana Adams was sitting at one end of the class with a cute pair of reading glasses on her face and a huge textbook in front of her.Jed was sitting at the other end with the past questions Ian had given him. He had gotten the answers to every single question in them and was only jotting them down for his friends.He rubbed his eyes and looked up; his eyes falling on Liana Adams. Her beauty didn't fail to stir him but this time, he was focused on something.Looking at Liana, he suddenly remembered the girl that had saved him in the dark room. His eyes narrowed as he felt Liana looked a bit too similar to that girl he had seen at his darkest moment.Though he only had a blurry recollectio
"Let the presentations begin now. We don't have much time left as we have to visit other schools," A gruff voice reverberated through the speakers in the hall and the students quietened.Jed turned his gaze to the stage. The first presentation was starting and the students were pretty excited. There were three judges in total. One woman and two men. One of the men looked like an Asian-breed while the other two had the distinct features of Americans.The principal was sitting beside them followed by a few teachers who were in charge of the selection of candidates.Jed smiled coldly when he noticed Mrs. Henshaw was sitting next to the principal like she was entitled to the post, causing other teachers to be comfortable.Jed shook his head; her pride and overconfidence was going to play a huge role in her downfall. His eyes shifted to the stage just as Cullen and his companion, Tim stepped on it.He wanted to see what they had prepared."Hello everyone, my name is Cullen Jetti and this
'User will be rewarded two points upon completion of the task. There is no deadline but the current task will expire when a new task arises.''Vendetta, aren't you being too selfish? I need just three more points to unlock the combat skill. Why can't you give me three reward points instead of two?' Jed couldn't help complaining.Vendetta's robotic voice was witty as he responded,' Life is never fair, dear user. Everything isn't gotten easily. You have to work hard for it!'Jed gritted his teeth. This damn system! Why doesn't it just say it wants him to suffer a little?Hearing his thoughts, Vendetta added,'Your system is a generous one. Who knows? You might actually get more than two reward points.''Hmph! Generous indeed. Sounds to me like...' Jed was saying when one of the judges' voices filled the hall. It was the female judge this time."We have the results with us and would like to announce the candidates we have chosen to participate in the next STEM season."Jed caught Cullen g
All the students were dismissed to their various classes. As Jed walked out with Ben and Eric, he felt someone staring at him intently.He turned around with the textbook firmly placed underneath his armpit. That was when he noticed Mr Bo standing at a far end of the hall, away from the area the teachers were sitting.As their eyes met, Mr Bo gave him a small smile and thumbs-up. It felt weird seeing a smile on the face of a stern teacher but Jed nodded his head in acknowledgement before leaving.The class erupted with another bouts of cheers. Some of the students even rushed to Liana. Jed was completely ignored."Liana, why didn't you tell us earlier that you had a beautiful presentation secretly planned like that?""Liana, do you know how cool you were on stage?" It was Henry, the class bully that said this with an infatuated look on his face."I have always wanted to show those arrogant students from elites' that they won't remain on top forever. Thank you Liana for fulfilling my w