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"Um, so where were you going?" she asked, her eyes sparkling with interest. Jackie smiled and said, "I'm meeting Tommy at the canteen in a while. After that, maybe we'll go somewhere romantic. Let's see how it goes." Cassie returned the smile, her curiosity getting the better of her. "Will Caleb also be there?" she asked, trying to sound casual. Jackie shook her head, her expression puzzled. "Why would he be there? I'm meeting my boyfriend, Cassie. Caleb's obviously not invited," she said, her voice tinged with annoyance. Cassie couldn't help but let out a small chuckle, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "Oh, that's fine. I'll come with you anyway and find him myself," she said, her tone lighthearted. She couldn't wait to see Caleb again, even if it meant tagging along with Jackie and Tommy. Jackie's smile wavered at Cassie's words. A flicker of confusion crossed her face as she tried to understand why Cassie suddenly wanted to meet Caleb, the so-called loser. Cassie ha
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Jackie chuckled, the tension in the room easing. "Nice one, cousin. I'm proud of you, Cassie. There's nothing wrong with wanting to get back at that loser Caleb." Cassie stopped what she was doing and turned to face Jackie, a confused expression on her face. "What do you mean, get back at Caleb?" she asked seriously. Jackie rolled her eyes and said, "Duh, revenge on that delivery boy. What else?" Cassie froze, her eyes widening in shock as Jackie’s words sank in. She stood there for a moment, processing, then asked, "Why would I want to take revenge on Caleb?" Jackie laughed, shaking her head. "You're really good at that innocent look. Keep it up. You'll easily fool that loser. Remember that day in the bar? He embarrassed you, pretending to be rich and all. You found out the truth in front of everyone, and I'm sure that must have been horrible for you. So, I’m guessing you plan to return the favor by embarrassing him in front of the students at Castle College, right?" Cassie b
The Richest Heir CHAPTER 192
Back to the castle college sports field... The bell rang, signaling the end of PE class. The students, sweating from the heat and basketball practice, sighed with relief as they grabbed their water bottles and drank hungrily. "Man, Carl was gruesome today with his orders," Tommy said, wiping sweat from his brow. "Seriously, it's like he's out to get everyone." Jake and Caleb chuckled and nodded in agreement. Jake, feeling the heat, poured the rest of his water bottle over his head. "Yeah, he definitely pushed us hard today," Jake said, shaking his wet hair and feeling a bit cooler. Tommy looked down at his watch and saw the time. He realized he wouldn't be needing to meet Jackie for a while, not until after he had seen his professor. His stomach growled, reminding him that he needed to grab something to eat first. "I'm starving," he muttered. Caleb overheard and turned to both Jake and Tommy with a grin. "Hey, how about I buy lunch for us? My treat." Tommy looked at Ca
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As they approached the cafeteria, Tommy's phone chimed once again, and he sighed as he saw Jackie's name on the screen. Jake and Caleb exchanged amused glances, anticipating what was about to unfold. "Someone's missing her honey bunny buns," Jake teased in an exaggeratedly sweet tone. Tommy shot him a hard look, and Jake quickly pretended to zip his mouth shut. "Jackie, we're almost there.... " Tommy answered, bracing himself for her impatience. "Well, hurry up," came Jackie's voice, laced with frustration. "I've been waiting forever. Cassie and I are starving, and we need to eat something soon." Tommy rolled his eyes, feeling the familiar exasperation rise. Before he could respond, Jackie continued, "And make sure you bring that loser friend of yours, Caleb. Cassie wants to meet him." Tommy's expression shifted from annoyance to confusion, the sudden change in Jackie's attitude catching him off guard. "Wait a second..." he said, glancing over at Caleb. He walked a few steps
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Tommy walked quietly, his mind racing as he tried to figure out what Jackie and Cassie could be up to. He replayed their conversation in his head, searching for any clues or hints that might shed light on their sudden change in behavior. Was there something Jackie wasn't telling him? Why did she seem eager all of a sudden for Caleb to come? She hated the man with a passion and would normally never allow Cassie within a hundred feet of him. Tommy couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to the situation than met the eye. As he approached the cafeteria, he resolved to keep a close eye on Jackie and Cassie, determined to uncover the truth behind their mysterious actions. Outside the cafeteria door, Caleb put his hand on Tommy's shoulder, prompting him to stop and look over his shoulder at him. "Hey, you okay?" Caleb asked, his concern evident in his eyes. "You seem a bit off." Tommy sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Yeah, I'm fine. It's just... Cassie is here with Ja
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Tommy observed Jackie and Cassie, both engrossed in their mobile phones, and leaned over to Caleb. "Now's your chance to run," he whispered with a smirk. Caleb chuckled in response, but Jake chimed in, adding a note of caution. "Just be careful, okay Caleb?" he said, his tone serious. Caleb could sense the worry in his friends' expressions, their concern evident as they glanced at him. But Caleb wasn't fazed. He knew better than to believe Cassie was here to humiliate him. After all, now that Cassie knew his true identity and his immense wealth, he understood that her attitude towards him had shifted dramatically. He was well aware that Cassie was here to fawn over him, to try and seduce him like she had attempted the other night. While his friends might be apprehensive, Caleb felt confident in his ability to handle the situation. He remained calm, steeling himself for whatever Cassie had in store. As they approached the table where the two women awaited, Caleb was keenly
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"Jackie..." Both women turned their heads towards them, their expressions shifting accordingly. Jackie's smile appeared forced as she noticed Caleb with Tommy, while Cassie's grin stretched across her face, seemingly larger than life as she returned from her friend's table. A flash of disgust crossed Jackie's face as she turned to look at Cassie. "That loser delivery boy is coming here? Are you planning on humiliating him right now or a little later?" she whispered, her voice tinged with eagerness. "Actually, now would be perfect," she continued, her eyes scanning the packed cafeteria. "Look around, it's full of people. This is the best time to make sure everyone sees it," she added, her tone dripping with anticipation. "I was thinking maybe—" she began, her mind already racing with ideas on how to make the scene as humiliating as possible for Caleb. But before she could finish her sentence, Cassie hastily walked past her towards Caleb, chirping happily, "Caleb, you're here!
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A faint smirk danced across Caleb's lips, though his outward demeanor remained composed. Internally, he chuckled at the irony of the situation. There was no need for him to feign wealth because, in truth, he was immensely wealthy. Ignoring Cassie's glares, Jackie squared her shoulders and addressed Caleb directly. "You didn't need to explicitly say you were rich," she began, her voice unwavering. "But you certainly gave off that impression when you were generously buying drinks for everyone at the table at the bar. It was obvious you were trying to impress everyone, including my cousin. And I'm damn sure you didn't have the money to cover those drinks. I bet my boyfriend here gave you the money to make you look good in front of everyone." Tommy reached out, gently grasping Jackie's arm, his touch urging her to reconsider. "Jackie, please, let's not make a scene," he pleaded, his voice barely above a whisper. "This isn't the time or place for this. We're in a crowded cafeteria.
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As Caleb began to walk out of the classroom, Professor Hanks reached out and grabbed his hand, stopping him in his tracks. Her eyes were filled with a mix of concern and disbelief."Caleb," she said softly but firmly, "I need you to tell me the truth. Did you steal that money?"Caleb looked down at her hand gripping his and then met her gaze. He could see the earnest plea in her eyes, the hope that he wasn't guilty. He took a deep breath, his expression calm and resolute."No, Professor Hanks," he replied quietly. "I didn't steal the money."Professor Hanks studied his face for a long moment, searching for any hint of deceit. Finally, she released his hand with a sigh, a flicker of hope still lingering in her eyes."Alright, Caleb," she said firmly, her grip still strong on his hand. "But don't stay silent like you did here. You need to defend yourself clearly when you see the headmaster. Speak the truth and avoid any unnecessary remarks. I'll do everything in my power to support you,
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Jane’s eyes were fixed on Caleb, desperately waiting for him to say something, to shout, to scream his innocence. But he remained calm and collected, his gaze never wavering from Carl. Carl, noticing Caleb's unwavering calm, smirked and turned to Mr. Henderson. "Here's the proof, sir. Now it's up to you how you deal with this thief." Mr. Henderson glanced at Professor Hanks, who was staring at Caleb in shock, unable to reconcile the calm student with the accusations against him. Mr. Henderson nodded and said, "I can't believe after all this time we've actually caught the thief red-handed. Caleb, come with me to the staffroom. We will discuss further what we should do with you with the rest of the staff." Hearing Mr. Henderson's words, some students nodded in agreement, murmuring among themselves that Caleb should be punished. The accusation seemed to fit with the recent rumors and suspicions. However, those who were close to Caleb, especially Jake, Tommy, and Jane, were filled
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The students stared at Caleb with disgust, their eyes shifting between him and the pouch on his desk. Whispers and pointed fingers only deepened the collective disdain. Many had always harbored suspicions about Caleb, simply because he was poor. Yet, in the last few months, something had changed. Caleb had started spending money freely, treating classmates to dinners in expensive restaurants, flaunting an attitude of newfound confidence. The sudden shift was startling. Now, with Jane's pouch found among his belongings, the students were convinced their suspicions were confirmed. To them, Caleb's recent spending spree must have been funded by stolen money from the college. The atmosphere was thick with judgment, the air filled with murmurs and pointed looks. No one seemed to remember the Caleb who once struggled quietly. Instead, they saw only the image of a thief, their minds made up by the damning evidence before them. "I can't believe it!" another student exclaimed, shock evident
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"Well, Carl, after an hour, you'll regret what you're doing right now, and you will pay for what you have done." Carl narrowed his eyes at Caleb momentarily and chuckled, muttering under his breath, "Is that a threat?" Caleb didn’t bother to respond, his silence conveying more than words could. Carl shrugged off Caleb's words, confident that they were meaningless. What could a loser like Caleb do anyway? Carl's smirk grew as he unzipped the bag. He knew that as soon as the money was found, there would be no escape for Caleb. The whole class fell silent, the only sound being the slow, deliberate zip opening Caleb's bag. Kenneth leaned forward on his desk, casting a quick glance at Tracy, who had a small smirk playing on her lips. They knew that any moment now, their plan would come to fruition. On the other hand, Tommy and Jake watched nervously, their anxiety palpable. But the most anxious of all was Jane, the class monitor. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was
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"I..." Caleb began, weighing his words carefully. Caleb paused for a moment, his mind racing as he processed the situation. He instinctively slid his hands into his pockets, a subtle gesture to calm his nerves. His gaze shifted towards Carl once more, observing the smug confidence etched on his face. It was becoming clear to Caleb that Carl wasn't acting on mere suspicion but had orchestrated this accusation deliberately. The reason for Carl's unwavering confidence in Caleb's guilt pointed to a calculated plan. As Caleb pondered Carl's motives, his eyes flickered briefly to his desk where his bag lay discarded underneath. He couldn't shake the sinking feeling that the money, the very evidence Carl was banking on finding, might have already been planted there. A surge of frustration and anger welled up within him, but he maintained his composure outwardly, preparing to address Professor Hanks and the rest of the class with clarity and conviction. He had been set up. As his
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Professor Hanks's hand slammed down on the table with a resounding thud, instantly quelling the rising chatter that had filled the room. "Silence!" Her authoritative command cut through the noise like a knife, demanding the attention of every student present. Once the room had settled into a tense silence, she fixed her unwavering gaze on Caleb, her expression a blend of concern and determination. "Caleb," she began, her voice firm yet tinged with curiosity, "do you have anything to say?" Her eyes bore into his, silently urging him to speak up and address the accusations that had been thrown his way. Caleb paused for a moment, gathering his thoughts before standing up. "What Carl said just now-his analysis of what could have happened-is very reasonable," he began, his voice calm and measured. "However, there is one small thing he seems to have forgotten to mention." Professor Hanks furrowed her eyebrows, clearly intrigued. "And what might that be?" she prompted, her gaze s
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Mr. Henderson straightened his tie with an air of authority, smoothing back a few nonexistent strands of hair as he smiled at Professor Hanks. "Just before you arrived, we may have made some progress regarding the thief," Mr. Henderson announced, his voice projecting across the room. He briefly glanced over at Caleb, who met his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and concern. Professor Hanks furrowed her eyebrows, her expression shifting to one of focused curiosity. Stepping closer to Mr. Henderson, she asked in a firm tone, "What progress have you made?" Mr. Henderson's smile widened slightly, relishing the attention from Professor Hanks. Leaning in slightly, he lowered his voice as if sharing a confidential matter. "Before you got here, Carl accused Caleb of being the thief." Professor Hanks's eyebrows shot up in surprise. She scanned the room until her gaze landed on Caleb, who met her look with a disbelief apprehension. Carl stood smugly with his arms folded across his ches
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Mr. Henderson's expression shifted from annoyance to cautious interest. He fixed Carl with a penetrating stare. "You know who it is, Carl? Thrn enlighten us" he demanded, his voice low and serious, cutting through the chatter in the classroom. Carl took a deep breath, steeling himself before speaking again. "It's..." He hesitated for a moment, as if weighing his words carefully. The suspense in the room was palpable, each second feeling like an eternity as everyone waited for him to continue. As tension hung thick in the air of the classroom, Carl stood up abruptly, his face wearing a confident smirk. His words cut through the silence like a knife. "The thief is amongst us," Carl declared, his voice echoing off the walls, "and he is sitting in this room right now!" A collective gasp rippled through the classroom as students exchanged shocked glances. Whispers erupted like a sudden storm, as everyone began to scrutinize their classmates with newfound suspicion. Mr. Henderson, hi
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The professor's glare bore into Jane with unmasked frustration. "Do you have any brains ! Thats what happebscwhen you dont listen!" he bellowed, his voice echoing off the classroom walls. "I explicitly warned all students on the notice board to be vigilant with their belongings, knowing there's a thief among us. Yet you, young lady, have managed to have the entire class's fees stolen. And you dare call yourself a class monitor!"His words stung like a whip cracking through the air, each syllable laced with disappointment and accusation. The classroom seemed to shrink under the weight of his condemnation, leaving Jane visibly shaken under the harsh spotlight of Professor Henderson's scrutiny.Jane stood frozen under the professor's harsh gaze, her hands trembling slightly as she tried to find her voice amidst the palpable tension in the room."I... I'm sorry, Mr. Henderson," she stammered, her words coming out in a rush. "I... I didn't mean to... I thought... I thought it would be s
