"Silence," a woman from the disciplinary committee ordered again, and rightly at this moment, each student in the hall fell into silence like leaves settling in a still forest after a gust of wind passed through."We have witnessed this horrible act committed by these students. It is evident that what they have been accused of is nothing but the obvious truth of their actions. This is our judgment.""We, the disciplinary committee, have taken our time to review this horrible act by the students of this university: Emily Turner, Jessica Morgan, and Mark Dick.""As according to the code of conduct, Section 55 of the Conduct of Violation states that,""Any student found engaged in physical violence or threatening behavior towards another student, faculty member, or staff member will face immediate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.""Students are prohibited from engaging in any form of shaming, bullying, or harassment based on a person’s appearance, body shape, ethnicity,
The fresh morning was welcomed at the grand mansion once again as Julius rose from his comfortable sleep. The previous day had been full of excitement as his thoughts went back to the scenario where Olivia’s friend, who had oppressed him during their amusement, had now been dealt with in his own amusement. However, the job was not over until it was indeed over.In his luxurious sleepwear, he walked down to the wine cellar and picked up a bottle of wine and a glass cup.Gently pouring the wine into the glass, he took a sip, although if that was the only thing he did, it would be a lie.In an instant, his thoughts shifted back to the plan he had for the day, and he let out a smirk.“Olivia! Here I come!” he said to himself, and as if Mr. Turner had heard him, he knocked gently on the door.“Yes, come in,” Julius answered softly.“Sir, we have ordered your brand new sneakers, a designer jeans trouser, and of course, a premium polo top.”“Mr. Reynold will bring them in a couple of seconds
When he said this, he smirked again, sending his eyes to Olivia, and at this moment, every student in the academic corridor fixed their eyes on them to see what would happen.Hence, their whispers spread rapidly among each other.“This seems like payback for Alexander; I can sense it.”“Yes, Alexander snatched his girlfriend and dated her. I think he's about to snatch her back.”“Can you smell his perfume? It seems like Julius is wearing a very expensive one.”“How can you be so sure? What if the perfume is Alexander's? How can you tell?”“It's hard to tell who is richer, or better still, how did Julius become so rich suddenly?”“Hey, look! It's about to go down!”Hearing all of these whispers in the background led Julius into a big smirk again, and he turned his eyes to Alexander, then gave him a disdainful look from head to toe.“You were the bully who never allowed me to rest. What if the times have changed and I become the bully who deals with you and eventually retrieves my girlf
After the class for the entire day, the whispers of Julius and Alexander’s deal had already spread like wildfire throughout the campus, and every student was interested to see this happen. For those who did not hear about it, they received text messages from their friends informing them about the deal of the richest that was soon to happen after the lecture. And so, every student was ready as they moved in their large numbers to the auction house happening in the city. The Golden Gavel Auction House was renowned for its exclusive focus on auctioning luxurious vehicles, catering to elites clientele that sought nothing but the finest automobiles. Normally, they never had a large audience of people seated in the auction house, but today, the case was different. The entire place became filled up by students who were eager to see the aftermath of this. Similarly, the surroundings of the building were also filled with students who were eager to witness this event. However, there were ot
Julius smirked to himself at this instance. He knew that look on Olivia. He had seen it before when they were dating, but he was so stupid back then to think she was only in shock and had empathy for him. Right now, he knew better, and he knew that with that look on Olivia's face, she coveted this Dubai man beside him. In the same way, he smirked once again as he shifted his gaze onto Alexander and saw how his shocked expression continued.“Dummy! You think you can be a daddy’s boy and want to compete with real billionaires?” Julius thought to himself.“What business do you have of your own? Aside from your weekly allowance, how else do you generate money?” Julius smirked once again.“Do I hear someone say 1.1 million? Anyone, going?” The man on stage said softly immediately, calling Julius out of his thoughts.With prestige, gentleness, awesome charisma, and an aura that showed him to be wealthy, Julius rose to his feet. “I bid this beautiful vehicle two million dollars,” Julius said
As Julius announced this price, he did not only see the shocked expressions from Alexander and Olivia; he saw this shock written boldly on Abdullah, all other bidders, the jaw-dropping expressions from the students in the auction house, as well as the man standing on stage.And with this, if the students' murmurs did not spread, it was a lie.“Whoa, did Julius just announce a bid of 10 million dollars? That’s insane!” one student said to the other.“I can’t believe it! Julius is really going all out. He’s determined to win this vehicle no matter the cost,” another student said to the first student.“It looks like Alexander has definitely lost this deal. He better go home to his dad and rethink his bidding strategy. Julius means serious business,” another student said to another student.“Yeah, Alexander’s bid of $200k seems like pocket change compared to Julius's $10 million. He doesn’t stand a chance.”“Exactly. It’s like bringing a toy car to a high-stakes auction. Alexander must be
At his mansion, Julius sat in his comfortable leather chair while he was on the phone with his dad. They exchanged business talks and discussed how to move Sabbath Luxuria forward.Suddenly, Mr. Turner knocked gently on the door, and just after he finished the call, Julius said, “Come in, Mr. Turner.”Mr. Turner stepped into Julius’ home office quietly. His appearance was not different from usual: a black fitted suit and an earpiece nestled in his ear. However, there was something unusual he held firmly in his hand.Crinkled at the edges, bearing the weight of inked stories and headlines, its pages slightly yellowed with age. “What is that, Mr. Turner?” Julius couldn't help but be curious about what Mr. Turner was holding.“This is why I came to see you, sir,” Mr. Turner said.“I'm afraid you'll have to take a look for yourself,” Mr. Turner added as he stretched out his hand to Julius with a bow.Right at the moment when Julius received what Mr. Turner gave him, he saw that it was ind
Just as Julius was informed about the arrival of the press, he rose gently to his feet and fastened his suit buttons into the appropriate holes. As he did so, he took his first step forward, and Mr. Turner bowed to him, then opened the door for his master to exit the home office. Exiting the home office, every bodyguard stationed at strategic corners bowed to Julius as he confidently and gently passed them. In a similar vein, each housekeeper, engrossed in their tasks, paused and bowed as Julius walked by. Descending the grand staircase with Mr. Turner behind him, Julius could see through the tall, glassy windows that a number of press representatives were indeed waiting for him in his compound. He observed that none of these press members were seated. They stood with their tall cameras, their subordinates behind them, and their black vans bearing the names of TV stations. When he finally stepped out of his mansion through the front door, Julius noticed how each reporter quickly att
“Thank you, Ms. Benedicta, for the opportunity to speak in this interview session about the recent happenings in our society. And yes, a prenup is a short prenuptial agreement. This is a legal contract entered into by a couple before they get married. It outlines the division of assets and financial responsibilities in the event of divorce or separation. This is the case with Rebecca, according to her agreement in the prenup; she won’t get anything from the assets after divorce.“Now, regarding whether she is right to be happy as her husband has been sentenced to life imprisonment, I want us to understand that, first of all, it is a person’s right to be happy. A person who is not happy deserves to be happy. However, the cause of being happy can vary. To some, money makes them happy; to others, their husbands or wives make them happy; and to other people, the aroma of food and the sound of sexual talks make them happy.In the case of Rebecca, I can relate to her when she says she was ha
Answering that question, the screen boldly showed reporter Alfred, who then said, “Our dear viewers, you have heard from Rebecca herself. She has filed for divorce with Mr. Thornton, and she is the happiest that justice has been served. Right now, we will be transitioning to the studio, where Ms. Benedicta will take over this discussion. But before that, don’t go anywhere.”As reporter Alfred said this on TV and smiled, the screen transitioned into a commercial break. A renowned soccer player was seen on TV kicking his ball and finally kicking it hard into the sky. Suddenly, the ball speedily changed into the Pepsi logo, and then a bottle of Pepsi was shown on the screen.After the commercial, the TV transitioned back into the studio, where a woman was shown wearing a short-length suit. Her hair was somewhat red and very short. She held a pen and a notepad and smiled boldly into the camera.Beside her were five men in different colored suits. One wore blue, another black, another grey
The news of this soon spread across every blog, every news station, and on social media, with the caption, “Mr. Richard Thornton, the same man who set out to compete with Master Julius Sabbath's luxurious hotel, has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term.” As for this, the news broadcasters have it on their TV screens, like:“Hello, dear viewers, We are back again to give you the latest news in real-time. As always, you are our priority, and we make sure to keep you updated.Just a few minutes ago, Mr. Thornton, who wanted to compete with Master Julius Sabbath of the great Sabbath family, was sentenced to a lengthy prison term. We heard this from the judge himself when he pronounced the sentence in court.Among the testifiers in court who shared their experiences with Mr. Thornton were his neighbor, Master Julius Sabbath himself, his two daughters, his wife, his ex-wife, and three of his employees.While they shared their experiences with the court, each of their testimonies aligned
The courtroom was tense with anticipation as Master Julius Sabbath stepped down from the stand. The judge, his face a mask of solemn contemplation, turned to address the room. The weight of the testimonies and evidence presented against Mr. Thornton hung heavy in the air."Mr. Thornton, please rise," the judge commanded. Thornton stood, his face pale, his eyes darting around the room as if seeking an escape from the walls closing in around him.The judge began, "After hearing the testimonies of multiple witnesses and reviewing the substantial evidence presented, this court must now deliberate on the charges brought against you. The accusations are grave and numerous, encompassing wage theft, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and corruption."He turned to the jury, ensuring their attention. "First, let us address the charge of wage theft. We have heard from multiple witnesses, including former employees, who testified to your consistent failure to pay wages on time. These delays an
As Michael Harrison left the stand, the judge turned to the bailiff. "Please call Master Julius Sabbath to the stand."Julius walked to the stand, was sworn in, and took a seat, facing the courtroom with a calm yet determined expression."Please introduce yourself to the court," the judge prompted."My name is Master Julius Sabbath," he began. "I am the heir of the great Sabbath Family who was once in poverty training when I met Mr. Thornton."The judge nodded. "Master Sabbath, can you tell us about your experiences with Mr. Thornton?"Julius took a deep breath and began. "When I first met Mr. Thornton, I was still struggling to make a name for myself and was undergoing training to improve my skills. Mr. Thornton hired me despite my circumstances, which I appreciated at the time."He paused, his expression growing more serious. "However, it soon became clear that Mr. Thornton had a very abrasive personality. He was always verbally abusive to his employees, especially the male ones who
A young girl, slightly nervous but determined, approached the witness stand. She was sworn in, and after taking a deep breath, she began her testimony."Please introduce yourself to the court," the judge prompted gently."My name is Emily Thornton," she said, her voice soft but clear. "I'm 12 years old, and I'm Rebecca's first daughter."The judge nodded. "Emily, can you tell us about your experiences with Mr. Thornton?"Emily took another deep breath, gathering her thoughts. "Mr. Thornton is my dad. At first, he seemed nice, but it didn't take long before he started changing. He would get really angry at my mom for little things. He would yell at her a lot, calling her names and saying really mean things."Her voice wavered slightly, but she pressed on. "One time, I heard them fighting, and I went to see what was happening. I saw him push my mom against the wall and hit her. She was crying and begging him to stop, but he wouldn't. I was really scared, and I didn't know what to do."E
As the court resumed after the recess, the judge called for order. The courtroom immediately quieted, and the judge addressed the court.“Thank you for your patience,” the judge said. “We will now call Mrs. Laura Thornton to the stand.”Laura Thornton, a composed woman in her late forties, walked to the witness stand. She was sworn in and took her seat, glancing briefly at her ex-husband before looking resolutely ahead.“Please introduce yourself to the court,” the judge prompted.“My name is Laura Thornton,” she began, her voice steady. “I was married to Mr. Thornton for three years. We have no children together.”The judge nodded. “Mrs. Thornton, please tell the court why you divorced Mr. Thornton.”Laura took a deep breath, her gaze unwavering. “I divorced Mr. Thornton because of domestic violence. For years, I endured physical and emotional abuse. Contrary to what Mr. Thornton has told everyone, that I extorted him and sex-starved him, the reality is that I lived in constant fear
---Emily, at this instance, took a deep breath, her eyes hardening as she looked at Mr. Thornton, and continued talking. “I worked for Mr. Thornton for two years. Like many others, I was drawn in by the promise of fair wages. But those wages were never paid on time. Sometimes they weren't paid at all. When we confronted him, he would dismiss our concerns, make excuses, and even threaten us with termination if we kept asking.”Her voice grew more intense. “But it wasn’t just the financial exploitation. Mr. Thornton created a hostile work environment through his constant verbal abuse. He would belittle us, call us names, and make us feel worthless. He thrived on our fear and desperation.”She paused, her expression growing darker. “And there was something even more sinister. Mr. Thornton sexually harassed me and other female employees. One day, while I was working late, he came up behind me and tried to touch my breast. I pushed him away and told him to stop, but he just laughed it off
In the early hours of the morning, this was the day every citizen had waited for, both young and old, men and women. The courtroom was filled with an air of anticipation and a sense of justice long overdue. The seats were packed with spectators, some standing in the aisles, craning their necks to catch a glimpse of the proceedings.In the same manner, reporters jostled for space, their cameras clicking and flashes popping, eager to capture every moment of this high-profile trial.Reporters were both inside and outside the court. On this day, “Today is the day we have all waited for, the day Mr. Thornton stands trial for his fate, whether he will be sentenced to prison or become a free man. Do not forget that Mr. Thornton has been charged with wage theft and domestic violence against his wife, Rebecca. Will he be able to secure his freedom? We can only wait and see,” reporter Jasmine said on TV while she smiled, and the TV screen transitioned to the court proceedings.As the TV screen