Just as he was about to read their comments, the principal said,"Let's go. The press must be waiting." Initially, they were to have the interview with the exam registrars, the press and his father.But since the parent isn't here. He would just make up some excuse. Jed didn't react to the principal's thoughts. He simply kept the phone and followed him out. When they got into a fairly used sedan, Jed brought out the phone again to check out the comments.[This year has really produced a lot of young, promising talents in Philadelphia. We'll be anticipating seeing your faces next semester] Elite Academy's comment was pinned so a lot of people were already commenting under it.Jed realized the other colleges whose names he didn't recognize also commented. He directly skipped and went to STEM'S comment first. [Thank you. I'll try my best not to let you down.]His response caused an uproar. The little fan base he had gotten dropped comments one after the other.[@lonely fish, our little
Just then, one of the reporters asked,"Mr Jed, I'm sure you must have seen one of the comments that is currently trending on your school's web page."The old man watched as everyone exchanged a knowing look of confusion. They didn't know which comment the reporter was talking about.The reporter was eager to inform them,"Someone with the i.d psycho has commented that why is the entire country singing praises of you when there are many other distinguished scholars in the country who will easily beat your record in the future. So you don't have to act arrogantly."Everyone including viewers looked at Jed anxiously, wondering how he was going to respond. Even the old man was no exception.If this lad were to say something wrong, his newly found fame will wane due to harsh public criticism. One needs to be careful of what he/she says on air.A little smile appeared on Jed's face alluring viewers. "There were other distinguished scholars before me but I beat their records. So surely, new s
Ping! Ping! Ping!The constant sounds of message notifications distracted Jed. He took out his phone and saw that Eric was loading the group chat with messages.The last message was [@Just_Jed, bro are you there?][I'm here. I'm just leaving college. I am heading to Skye bank.] Just as Jed sent this message, he felt an intent glare like someone was staring at him. So he looked up, just in time to see the taxi driver staring at him through the interior rearview mirror before he looked away.Now Jed was convinced something was wrong. He subtly glanced backwards and realized that two black cars were actually tailing behind them and it didn't seem to be a coincidence.'All I have to do is to take him to the location they told me. No one would notice. Besides, the doors are locked. This lad can't escape.'Jed's brows furrowed at the taxi driver's thoughts. Someone instructed the man to carry him off to an unknown location.Why? Who? Besides, how did they know he ordered a ride? No wonder
"Young master, please protect me. I witnessed first-hand how powerful you are back there.""Why do you think I'll do that?" Jed was pissed off. Has a screw loosened in this man's head? Why will he protect someone that just tried to abduct him?"Young master, I promise, I'm pledging my life to you. All the days of my life, I'll work hard to pay back my debts."Jed had heard enough and quickly seized the opportunity to remove his leg. He immediately walked away. That man is insane. He should be appreciative enough that he didn't call the cops on him yet he had the nerve to ask for protection. Who does that?When Jed walked into the reception, he noticed that the receptionist had been changed and the lady in the post was quite polite.He didn't go through the hassle he passed through when he came the first time and was personally led to the Ceo's office.Johnny seemed to be expecting his arrival because he beamed with a smile and engulfed his hands in a warm handshake."Congratulations
Jed furrowed his brows and stroked his chin. "Why is that? What happened?"Johnny sat back on his swiveling chair and shrugged. "The Jetti's have been competing with Meta Inc. for so long and none of the companies were willing to back down. From what I heard, the Meta Inc. were the one originally ruling the tech world but then, the Jetti's suddenly arose and began to steal their customers gradually.""I haven't really been focused on the rivalry between these companies because that isn't my line. Originally, the Jetti's only just released a software that began to break grounds. Then they were involved in a lawsuit fight with Meta. Inc and now the news about the latter is on the verge of collapse."A frown appeared on Jed's face but it didn't diminish his good-looking facial features."Why do I feel like this matter isn't simple? Why did Meta Inc. get involved in a lawsuit with the Jetti's in the first place? And why are they suddenly on the verge of collapse?"Johnny tapped the tip of
"My client doesn't wish to disclose his identity. All he wants to know is if you are willing to sell the company and at what price?" Jordan remained silent, obviously thinking. But Johnny didn't expect his next words would be,"Did the Jetti's rope you into this? That snarky, old bastard has been getting people to try and convince me to sell my company to him after he ruined it!"His voice was loud and Jed wasn't sitting far away so he heard this. He and Johnny exchanged a look. Alan tried to acquire Meta inc.? Why?Didn't he cause the company to fall to this state?Why then is he trying to buy the company?A knock broke the glance between them and Jed turned to the door as a chef pushed in a cart of dishes. But there was a security guard behind him and Johnny's secretary too.The secretary led the chef to the table in front of a lounge where Johnny would usually take his meals, before hurrying back to lead the security guard to Jed."That bastard has a lot of chains abroad. I don't
"Huh?" A disappointed look appeared on the taxi driver's face and he gave Jed a look that suddenly made the latter think of a puppy that was abandoned by its owner."Boss, I thought the security guard was going to throw me out but he told me you said I should come up.""I didn't. He did," Jed pointed at Johnny and the taxi driver finally noticed him. He hurriedly greeted him."Who are you and why are you bugging our young master?"Jed already dropped the file in his hand and walked to the feast the kitchen staff had laid out for him when the taxi driver explained all that happened.Johnny's expression changed upon hearing what happened and he immediately reached out to take his telephone. "Why didn't you call the cops?"His impression about the taxi driver had taken a 360 degree turn worse.Jed chuckled but didn't respond. He couldn't possibly talk with food in his mouth. It is called having good eating etiquette.So the taxi driver was left to fight for himself. He fell on his knees a
"The Jetti's again," Jordan sneered. "At least, they finally managed to summon the courage to speak to me themselves. I knew I shouldn't have trusted Johnny."Poor Johnny could hear everything and only shook his head innocently. There was no way Jordan would comply now.With this thought in mind, he stepped aside and brought out his phone to make a call.Jed however laughed lowly,"I think Mr Jordan is mistaken. I'm Jedidiah Jetti; doesn't mean I'm one of the Jetti's."Jordan paused; Jedidiah Jetti? Isn't this the illegitimate son of the Jetti's that suddenly sprung up to public view a month or so ago?Why is he calling?"I asked Mr Johnny to contact you earlier but your condition was that I have to speak with you myself. Now that your condition is fulfilled, will you consider selling the company?"Jordan smiled bitterly and snapped,"What makes you think I would sell my business to any of the Jetti's? I already made it clear to Johnny earlier.""And I guess Mr Skye didn't make it clear