After getting rid of the Hoston and handing them over to the police, the police were able to locate the account that Adam and his father used to launder money from the Hotel. Sixty per cent of the funds were recovered to the Hotel while the rest were spent on private property, which the Hoston bought for luxury. Mason glanced at the location of the properties. "Send this everything to my mail," Mason said to Billy, who nodded in response. After getting to know him and his family's condition, Mason allowed Billy to continue being his Secretary. The Hoston had promised to settle his mother's medical bills but didn't keep to their promise and even threatened to fire him. Billy became loyal to Mason, and he cleared his mother's bills."I need to go somewhere," Mason notified him. "Keep me posted if anything comes up." He glanced at his watch, which was already 9 am and from the school platform, he saw that his class was starting at 10 am, so he decided to drop by the campus on time. Af
"T…There is no need for security," Mr.Jude said, but Mason, wearing a hardened expression, ignored him. He already knew the basics of the situation and wanted to get to know both of them. The two massive security officers move toward Mr.Jude, making him fearfully shiver. He didn't know that today would be the day he would be caught with his scheming business."Mr.Mason, we're at your service," the security men said with a bowed head. Mason nodded in response."Please execute this man to the control room," he pointed at Mr.Jude, who stared from him to the two security personnel who approached him. Without yielding to Mr.Jude, they drag him to the control room. When they arrived, Mason nodded at Billy, who instructed the staff to search for the footage of Mrs.Francasca heading toward the VIP rooms. After a few minutes, they pulled out the video, containing Mrs.Francicas and a familiar figure sexually harassing her.The smile that crawled up Mason's lips was evident, and that alone sent
Mr.Oman froze his gaze at the screen. It was like his spirit left his body, leaving his face as pale as snow. Mason cleared his throat, dragging his attention from the screen. This moment fit into his perfectly planned for his expulsion letter to be revoked by the university."Mr.Oman," Mason called with a furrowed brow, covering his legs on the table. "Is there a problem?" Mason asked, pretending not to know why Mr. Oman was suddenly anxious. If this video was ever leaked out, it wouldn't only destroy his marriage and status, but he would also lose his job and respect."What do you think you're doing, Mason?!" The middle-aged man shrieked. "Delete this video at once!" he commanded. Mason laughed, surprised at how Mr. Oman expected him to follow his commands as if he were speaking to one of his students on the university grounds where his word meant power. Unknowingly to Mr.Oman, the ball was in Mason's court."And why will I do that? You are caught sexually harassing a hotel staff,"
Mr Oman was caught off guard by Mason words. He thought Mason would request for a few bucks of money, not the Aleric University which was impossible. In his mind, Mr Oman still didn't believe Mason was the CEO of the sky–high hotel. He assumed Mason had planned everything beforehand, and with Mr.Jude getting caught for his crimes, Mason must have forced him to play along, giving the only reason they haven't called the cops or leaked the video to the media. "W…What do you mean you want Aleric University?" Mr.Oman asked.Mason didn't bother to stare at him as he focused his gaze outside the busy street of Aleric City. "What don't you understand Mr.Omam? I said I want the University and since you're a board member it would be easier to hold a board meeting to sell the University to me," "You want to buy Aleric University?" Mr.Oman asked, his eyes ready to pop out of the sucket in surprise. "Do you know how much that property cost?!""How much?" Mason asked with a deep baritone, which su
"I'm sorry for the inconvenience, Mrs.Hig, but this couldn't wait," Mr.Oman said, staring at Mason through the corner of his eyes before returning his attention to the frowning faces on his computer screen. "What is this so-called emergency that can't wait Mr.Oman?" A male voice asked. Mason was sure the voice sounded familiar, but he couldn't put a face to it. He glanced at his Secretary, who was already running a background check on the board members. He shook his head at Mason, indicating the other two board members remain anonymous. "Mr Yusuf, we all know of the crisis the university is going through and-""We are well aware that, Mr. Jude, that is why we are spending unnecessary money to keep the media off our backs," the male voice was laced with annoyance.Mason raised a brow at the man's statement. He didn't know the university was going through a crisis in which the school had to spend money to keep it off the media. He couldn't guess what it was, but he would make Mr.Jude
After the handover, the bank manager and the University Secretary left the office, leaving Manson, who was busy discussing with Billy while Mr.Oman sat on the opposite end. A few minutes later, The security men guarding the door outside let in three men. One of the men was Mr.Jude, who was handcuffed to his wrist. The two other figures wearing a police uniform stood beside him. When Mason noticed their presence, he nodded for them to proceed. Their eyes roamed through the room until they rested on the middle-aged man."Mr.Oman, you're under arrest for sexually harassing a hotel staff," the youngest of the cops notified, pulling out a handcuff. Mr.Oman's face went pale at his words, and he turned to Mason in confusion. He thought helping Mason own the University would clear him from the punishment of his deed, but little did he know he would be arrested."W…why?!" Mr.Oman shrieked at Mason, feeling betrayed, but Mason's face was expressionless. "I promise you the video won't be upload
Mason entered the classroom, and the cold silence that soared through the space made those who had noticed him raise their gaze.As usual, Mason shifted his gaze to the back, where his eyes locked with Natalia sitting in her friend's circle. They all stare at him, surprised, except for Natalia and Jacob, who have a frown on their faces. Mason winked at them before averting his gaze around the room for his best friend. When Mason noticed Jeremiah wasn't in class, he sat while waiting for the lecturer to come."What are you doing here?" A voice sneered from behind. It was Jacob Higs. A smirk crawled on Mason's lips when he noticed Jacob and his followers standing behind him. He could feel his angry gaze boring at the back of his head, but Mason remained quiet."Are you deaf!" Jacob yelled.The entire class was already watching the tension rising between the two. The class didn't fail to notice the boldness on Mason's face, which made Jacob's vein seem like it would pop in anger. Unlike
"For your upcoming project, the class will be split into groups. The names of every group member will be posted on the class platform. That's all for today," Miss Tosin said, her last statement evaporating the quietness of the classroom with students being eager to leave.Mason glanced at his watch, and it was already noon. He didn't eat breakfast, and his stomach started to rumble. When Miss Tosin left the class, he shoved the two notebooks he brought into his bag and made his way to the exit."beep"Mason glances at the message that pops up on his phone.[You might need my help in the future] The message said, and Mason raised a brow at the unknown number. He didn't know who it was, and when only a few people had access to his number, he couldn't pinpoint who sent him the message. Mason tried calling the number, but it was unreachable. Mason ignored the message and slid his phone into his pocket.The hallway was crowded with students, and their eyes lurked around Mason Willams, walk
With the manager gone, Fiona led the way into the building, assisted by the rhythmic click of her heels echoing against the polished floor. Behind her were Helen and Mason, who pulled his gaze from his watch to stare at Fiona leaning in to whisper something to Helen, who immediately lit up with a radiant smile and nodded enthusiastically, thrilled by whatever secret she had just shared.As they stepped into the expansive skating rink, closing the door behind them, the familiar lyrics of the music reverberated through the air, creating an infectious energy that contrasted with the chill of the surroundings. Along the spacious bar table was a female staff member, skillfully carrying out her task without glancing in their direction.Mason smiled as he glanced around the environment, recollecting his first time inside the building; the space was filled with both professional and learning skaters who had their hearts in their mouths as they glided across it. Above the ground is a dazzling
The manager, seeing Mason holding out his card, erupted into another round of laughter. He knew an average bank account would struggle to accommodate a single transaction of $100,000, let alone the staggering amount that Mason was now claiming he wished to pay.After laughing to his content, the manager wriggled his brown eyes across the black, and when he finally saw the distinctive inscription etched into the dark material before him, an unexpected wave of emotion surged within him. He felt a lump form in his throat, a mixture of surprise and disbelief, as he turned to Mason.“I…Is that a black card?!” The manager stammered, his mouth watered with confusion, as he fought the overwhelming urge to rub his eyes, hoping to clear the fog of uncertainty and confirm what he was seeing was real.Mason, with whom the question was directed, remained quiet, allowing the sound of reality to sink into the man.“How is that possible? You don't look—” the manager felt another lump automatically su
“Have some faith in your brother, Helen,” Mason said, faking a hurt expression. “I don't need to practice how to skate since I have a natural talent for it,” he grinned, maneuvering their way towards the other side of the park. Unlike the rest area of the park, surrounded by people and chaotic happiness, the building, which Mason assumed was meant for skating, stood empty and silent, prompting him to look up for any sign of life within its uninviting façade.“Are you sure we are in the right place?” Helen asked, her little brows knitting together as she surveyed the scene. "It looks deserted. Why is it so empty?" She asked, shifting her weight from one foot to the other. Mason, who couldn't provide an answer to her question, tilted his head slightly toward the two men positioned near the entrance. The way they stood, broad-shouldered and alert, instantly sparked a sense of recognition. Their postures were rigid, exuding an air of authority, and he quickly deduced that they were not
A flurry of activity outside the windshield suddenly broke the lingering silence inside the car. Helen, who was sitting in the passenger seat, gazed in awe at the vibrant scene through the tinted glass, while her hands rested on the door that separated her from all the fun outside.“It's Aleric Dreamland!” she exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with wonder as they fixated on the towering Ferris wheel that loomed against the vivid sky. From afar, they could hear the sounds of laughter and the screams of riders ascending into the air. “Holy cow!” Helen muttered, Peeling her eyes from the scene, she turned to Mason, who had already predicted her next question. “Are we going to the park? Are we going to ride the Ferris wheel?!” she inquired, her voice bubbling with eagerness, not leaving room for him to answer her first question.Mason let out a small laugh, then nodded his head. “Yes, princess, we are going to the Dreamland, and you can choose whatever activities you want to do today,” he r
As Mason approached the entrance to the fifth-grade iris classroom, two men in black suits, which he recognized as Helen's security guards, were sentinel outside the closed door. When they spotted him and the lady walking next to him, they instantly shifted their attention, performing a precise and synchronized bow that demonstrated both respect and discipline. Mason, without a word, returned their greeting with a firm nod. Ms. Telsa gently place her card on the door, and as the door slide open, the hushed murmurs of the classroom faded, and all eyes turned to the newcomers. A curious blend of surprise and interest filled the room, and the students dressed in their neat uniforms collectively directed their gaze from Ms. Telsa to the man who had interrupted their ongoing class.Mason, who wasn't expecting such a scene, instantly glanced at the watch before he navigated his gaze to the lady standing in front of the classroom.‘Are all the teachers in the school this young?’ He muttere
When she finally noticed Mason's gaze, she instantly let out a forceful smile then glance at her colleague before walking away to greet another parent. “Shall we?” The girl with tinted gray hair asked softly, her voice barely above a whisper as she nodded toward the entrance of the building. With a subtle yet confident gesture, she stepped forward, and Mason trailing behind her, commanded attention by his presence. They took a turn into the long hallway, and Mason's gaze dropped to her figure. Her long gray hair flowed down her back, catching the soft glow of the lobby lights and adding an ethereal quality to her appearance. The fitted uniform she wore clung to her curves in all the right places, accentuating her silhouette while remaining professional. Mason’s eyes were drawn to the way her tan skin glowed against the crisp fabric of her outfit, making it challenging to pinpoint her racial background. Each step she took made her movements almost dance-like as she navigated throu
“That's alright,” Mason replied with a casual smile, unfazed by the curious glances from those around them. With a fluid motion, he retrieved his phone from his pocket and tapped at the screen, which lit up, and exchanged numbers with them, sealing their brief conversation with a friendly nod. After a few warm goodbyes, he headed toward the administration building where his car was parked. Mason circled out of the parking lot and headed downtown Aleric City, navigating through the familiar streets lined up with shops and cafes, bustling with activities. After a few miles, he finally arrived at Heaven Institution, where Helen attended school.Keeping his promise to pick her up, Mason slowed down and navigated toward the elegant, modern building with its sleek glass facade. In front of the building, staff dressed in sharp formal wear gathered in the late afternoon light, and their polished shoes gleamed as they exchanged polite smiles and warm handshakes with the parents who had come t
After the test scores were announced and the dean of students exited the classroom, several chairs scraped against the floor as the students, still reeling from the shock of the results, slowly filed out in a somber group, reminiscing about the surprising twists of the test. At the back of the line, Mason and Jeremiah lingered, their expressions different from those of the others. Meanwhile, Mr. Hasatin stood at the front, his piercing gaze fixed on the two boys as if he could bore into their skulls with his eyes.In seconds, they confidently strode to the entrance of the faculty, capturing the attention of several pairs of watchful eyes. Rumors of their outstanding test score had rapidly spread throughout the university, creating an unmistakable buzz that refused to be ignored, and other students who didn't know who they were exchanged looks of curiosity.“Bro, I think I have become popular!” Jeremiah muttered, panning his eyes at the notifications popping up on his phone screen. Mas
“Austin,” Mr. Hasatin's voice resonated through the classroom, causing all the students to turn their attention to the front. The air was thick with a mix of anticipation and dread as he scanned his list of names before looking up at the boy, who sat frozen in his seat. Austin's gaze flickered nervously around the room before finally settling on Mr. Hasatin, whose expression was stern yet tinged with disappointment as he continued, “Your test score is 10 out of 100!” The words hung in the air, punctuating the silence and eliciting a wave of murmurs and gasps from the other students. Austin, who was short of words, quickly forced a lump down his throat as the reality of his test score slapped his face. More whispers from other shocked students emerged as they lingered their gaze on the boy who had never missed a class and was regarded as not only Mr. Hasatin’s disciple but the best student of his course. “Oh my God, I can't believe this!” A girl sitting in front of Mason excla