"Okay, thank you very much. I'll ask the finance team to settle your additional bonuses tomorrow. Expect a credit alert from me," Alan was beaming with smiles as he ended the call.He looked up at the two young men in front of him and his smile widened."Jack, this old man apologizes for doubting you in the past. To think that I thought you had no potential to resolve this tricky issue. Tell me, son. How did you manage to get them to withdraw the case?"It felt like it has been a decade since Jack last saw his father smile. His exhaustion from these past few days was gone in an instant.He looked at Will who didn't have a happy face like theirs and turned back to his father."Father, Will had a trump card in his hands. We only resorted to it at the last minute.""Last minute!" Alan slammed his hand on the table but the smile didn't diminish from his face. "I almost had a heart failure. Why wait for so long?"But before he could get a response, he quickly added,"Ensure to keep all trace
Adam's blood ran cold as they watched the scene unfold in front of them. Ben had less reaction because he had seen worse at the training camps.Jed just had to clench his fists to avoid charging towards these sons of a bitch. He didn't want to mess up the well devised plan they made earlier. They all remained still till the thugs left one after the other which was a hell of a wait.As soon as the coast was clear, Jed ran to the beach. The woman's body was still floating close by since she was thrown into it not quite long.Splash!He waded into the water which was cold in distinction to the normal warm temperature during day time.With great difficulty, he carried the tied up woman and waded back to the shore where Adam and Ben waited for him.'Ping!' Vendetta chimed.'User has earned two reward points for performing a good deed.''User's current reward points: 6.'"Shit! It is her. Those callous psychos!" Adam cursed as Jed dropped the woman he had rescued and they recognized her as
Jed picked it up from the coffee table to look at the message. It was the phone they had retrieved from the beach earlier.[Why aren't any one of you bastards answering my calls? Where the fuck are you?]Jed's eyes glazed over the name displayed on the phone's screen as the sender and he arched a brow.Boss?Is that how the jerk saved Will's name? Jed wanted to probe further but the phone was locked. "Hack this device," He threw it at Adam who almost missed. "The doctor said he can't tell as she is still in the operation theater but he will keep us informed. However, he said we should expect anything as she was in a very critical condition.""I wonder how those bastards tortured her. Her delicate skin was covered in bruises," Ben spat out, he couldn't find the appetite to swallow the hot choco in his hand so he just dropped the cup on the table with a low bang but loud enough to wake those sleeping."Sssh, be quiet," Jed looked up the stairs for any movement but nothing. "They are go
"It's so good to see you again, Miss..." The biology lecturer, Mrs. Andrews trailed off when she got into the freshmen class because she had completely forgotten about Liana's name."Adams," In the quiet classroom, Liana's voice floated like music.Mrs. Andrews smiled,"Good to see you again, Miss Adams." Other ladies were already gnashing their teeth in annoyance.The medical students were having BIO 101 class first thing this morning and the first thing the lecturer mentioned was this bitch's name.Like what the heck. Is she the only female in class?As if that wasn't enough, Mrs. Andrews spoke again,"Where is your partner?" She couldn't see Jed anywhere.Liana flushed in embarrassment. She could feel everyone looking at her. She didn't need to know who Mrs. Andrews was talking about.Damn that jerk for leaving an impression on Mrs. Andrews that day. Now the impression of them being partners was going to last for as long as this semester dragged on!"Huh? Who is she talking about?" N
"Excuse me ma'am."Mrs Andrews hid a smile and continued the lecture as Jed walked out. She secretly thought,'Those two pretend to be at loggerheads with each other in class but look... They are taking excuses at the same time.'Jed headed to the restroom direction, the only place he suspected Liana would be.But just as he took a turn into the hallway that led to the restroom, he bumped into someone. More like she bumped into him."Ow! Watch where you are going," Liana snapped as she rubbed her nose which had turned red in pain.She looked up at him and thought he was only a teen yet his chest was already rock solid. Realizing her thoughts, she flushed."I'm sorry. Where were you rushing to? I thought something had happened to you," Jed wanted to reach out but refrained himself because he knew she wouldn't like it."Perv... Why would you come down to the ladies' restroom? Why do you even care if something happened to me?" Jed almost winced. Why was she getting so aggressive? He was
Jed shook his head at their stupidity and smiled. "Okay—"Ping! Ping!The ringtone of his phone cut off the words he wanted to say. Arthur and Jayden looked at each other and walked away.As soon as they were a distance away from him, they exchanged the secret bro handshake."The bastard said okay. Meaning he already agreed. I can't wait to see the stupid look on his face when he faces coach wrath," Jayden guffawed."Keep it low," Arthur patted his back. "He's just some meters away from us. Nevertheless, I'm sure he wouldn't dare to tell the coach we gave him the wrong time.""Yeah. We'll just tell the coach we told him the appropriate time like everyone else but it seems he's a little bit dumb to comprehend it."This time, Arthur laughed. "Coach already hates the fact that he got in through the back door when the games are only some days away. Just imagine what his tardiness will cause."They sniggered and walked away. Meanwhile, Jed was on the phone with doctor Daniel. He had expect
In the scanty office, only Alan's harsh breath could be heard. After a few minutes of silence, the attorney wanted to call out thinking he'd been forgotten over the phone when Alan suddenly asked,"What is the way out? What are we expected to do now?""I'm sorry Chairman Jetti. There is nothing we can do. The court hearing is tomorrow and representatives from your company are expected to be present at the Supreme court at exactly 9am."Alan's veins popped out in anger. He was about to lash out when the attorney added,"Chairman, we can't do anything about the withdrawal of the case anymore. I can only try my best tomorrow to minimize the loss."Alan's eyes dilated. He already ordered the PR team to let out news that the case had been withdrawn and all the rumors about the company were false.The company was beginning to regain their reputation and now this had to happen!"Your best is not enough! You are fired!" The attorney was stunned. "Sir... Sir...""Since you can't do anything us
"For the new team member," Coach Dustin started. "We have eight sports events in total for this year's Olympics. I don't know how you are going to do it but I hope you'll have everything all figured out before next week. If you can't cope, don't waste my time and yours. Just quit."Jed sensed some displeasure in Dustin's harsh tone but he pretended to be oblivious and nodded obediently."Yes sir. I'm sure with the help of my seniors, I won't let you down."The team members greatly warmed up to Jedidiah. Coach Dustin noticed what he was trying to do and was surprised.He thought it was just another bratty kid. He wasn't expecting someone as humble as Jed. Thinking of the upcoming Olympics event, his surprised look disappeared.The rigid expression towards Jed was back. Arthur and Jayden smiled. They glared at each other and muttered,"Just because you escaped the first round doesn't mean you will be accepted.""Junior, what sport are you good at?" One heavily-built boy asked Jed. The l