"Who do you think he is?"
"How do you expect me to know! But we all know who he is going against! The trafficker! Is he out of his mind?" A young man whispered to his pregnant wife right beside him. There was someone who was standing in the crowd. Clinton is one of the highest ranking people in Ravers University by wealth from the southern campus. Though Jim was from the east campus, news about the garbage collector had already spread all over. Giving him a reputation that he didn't even realize existed. "Maybe that's his wretched sister of course! I won't be surprised!" The crowd shifted their attention to this new voice. He was extravagantly dressed in his designer's suit and the excessive amount of Jews laced his body in a failed attempt to make up for his not-so-handsome look. "And who are you?" A member of the crowd was forced to inquire, disgusted by the growing amount of Clinton's pride and intimidating voice. "Clinton Clave! I'm sure that I don't have to tell you much about that name!" The man quickly shrunk back in his stabs, his heart making a sudden bang as he regretted even asking such a question. "I. I'm sorry." He quickly apologized. "And if you want to know more about that garbage can... He's just some poor trash that we summed up a scholarship program for. Unfortunately, a leopard cannot change its skin!" Clinton tapped his tongue. Meanwhile, the girl with Mr. Jail was one of those people who were not able to pay off the debts that they owed. Or at least their parents. Mr. Jail would get them to work for him as slaves and whatever he sees fit. And nobody dares to talk to him. Not even the government. Because of the tail of connection with powerful people that he had all around, they were mostly afraid of him. The girl was almost out of breath but forced herself to mutter "Please, kind sir. Don't get into trouble because of me!" Her words together with the hushed breath that she had gathered in her chest forced itself out. "Why don't you listen to the young girl and go your way? Relieving the both of us of the time that should have been wasted here?" These words were firmly ignored by Jim as his stare continued to blaze right at him, threatening to tear him apart if he didn't do his bidding. With just a snap of his fingers, a couple of men had already gathered around the place, ready to put him in his place. When suddenly, they paused, hesitating to do as they had been told by their boss Mr. Jail watched with his brows furrowed with fury Anger coursed through his vines in an instant as they stared at each other. Mr. Jail stood confused and he watched the reaction of his gang. His face wizzled with a deadly frown growing hot red as a tomato. "What are you all waiting for? Don't tell me that you can send this fool packing to his grave!" His growls echoed through the air However, they still wouldn't move like they had been frozen by some sort of spell that had been cast by Jim. "We can't do anything Mr. Jail! Look over there!" The leader of the gang pointed out. Jail had been so lost in his attempt to put Jim in his place that he didn't even realize the car had just stormed into the arena. It didn't have a plate number but from the name that was boldly written on it, it was easy to tell that it was owned by the top ten CEOs in the city, Miss. Lin. These were one of the strongholds in the city. Enough for Mr. Jail even with the wealth of connection that he had screaming around him, to take a break and rethink his decision on a matter. She got out of the car, blowing her air in such a way that most people were lost in their gaze. She was stunning. Her boobs made the mouths of men watered and her flawless skin sparked jealousy in the eyes of almost every lady that was present there. "What's Miss. Linda doing in public!" Most of them were stunned. She wasn't the one to be seen in public places such as this. And her mere presence was enough to intimidate anyone present there. Except of course one. Clinton stepped forward, basking in all his glory. If there was anyone who could approach such a powerful heiress, then it had to be him. He straightened up himself in a model walk while coughing, bringing the attention of almost everyone in the place to himself. Seeing Clinton, the men in the crowd suddenly lost their courage with a frown and the women burned with rage. Thanks to Linda, they had fewer wealthy, and slightly handsome men to fight over. "Good day, beauty!" He was about to say but Linda easily greased passed him, making her way straight to Jim. The sight was epic. Most people that had taken photos of it already posted it on their accounts, the view growing viral while trying to hide the laughter that threatened to rip out from their throats by covering their mouths. Still, it came out as multiple giggles here and there. "The princess of the city greases past the arrogant peacock. The heiress wouldn't even recognize the mere presence of his male counterpart!" Most people let out a light chuckle, ending it because they wouldn't want Clinton seeing it list they got into a whole lot of trouble. His vines and his hands were clenched into a ball as the heiress went ahead, standing right next to Jim as she inquired with a slight rise to her perfectly shaped brows. "And what's happening here?" Miss. Linda inquired. "Nothing more than a creditor trying to gently ask for his money!" Jail replied revealing his golden tooth. The frown on Jim's face only deepened. "Can this try to get back your money? Did the word 'abusive' suddenly go off the table!" Even Linda was shocked by the confidence of this young man... Who didn't even look like it? If they were to be taken to court, the law of their city as set up by the penal was going to be in Mr. Jail's favor. Clinton who would not be used and dumped and trying hard to show his worth before the heiress quickly stepped forward. "No matter how poorly and stinking-looking my counterpart here may look, I can't help but admit that he's right here! You should not maltreat a lady because of money. Name the amount and I would get it paid right away!" Immediately he said these words and a round of applause ran through the crowd as he basked in his glory. "That's what we are talking about! Not some poor toad just trying to spew empty big words into the air. He is such a nice soul! I can't believe that he would do such a thing." "You should be Clinton from the Clave family. My candid advice to you. Avoid this if you don't want to get into trouble!" Said Mr. Jail. Clinton laughed out loud as it burst through the air in an instant and he said. "Get into trouble?" He scoffed. "You claim to know my family well but you don't realize that we run the affairs of this city! What amount do you think will be too much for me to pay?" He glared. The jailer stared with disdain and everyone in the crowd applauded, throwing their insults at Jim who could only stand and watch. "Okay then! Fifty thousand dollars would not be too much for you right?" Mr. Jail smirked. "How will you be paying? Cash or transfer or QR code, all are available!" He went forward to say. But his words were barely registered in Clinton's ears as a cough forced itself out of his lungs. "Fifty thousand dollars! That was half his yearly allowance! Where was he supposed to get such an amount?""Mr. C Clave! Is there a problem? Your cough doesn't sound too right?" Said Mr. Jail with his voice pitching to a mocking tune.Clinton wouldn't dare to respond to these words. He stared at the crowd that was still praising him and back at Linda who was still smiling.at him.Multiple possibilities raced through his head. The amount in his account was way less than that. But he could not tell the crowd that he didn't have such an amount of money. Not after everything. The large lump that he had swallowed was stuck down his throat.But quickly, he braised himself up, cleaning off the sweat before anyone in the crowd or the beautiful damsel would notice anything."Fifty thousand dollars! That was what you think is too much for me to afford?" Clinton scoffed.His shirt was all sweaty for no reason once again no matter the control he tried to pull. The only thing that he could do now was use his family account and face the wrath of his father when he got home.With a large lump going down
They were still stunned, thinking that they had been stuck in some sort of dream world.It was beyond what they could dare to imagine. The best candidate, Clinton, wasn't able to pay the Jailer. Not even Miss Linda.But it turned out to be him? Jim?Mr. Jail kept on refreshing the machine, not wanting to believe his eyes.He had never had anyone taking away a potential client in the past and it was not going to start happening now.Not especially from this sort of worthless person."If you aim to break the machine, you can by all means continue. Cause I have already been debited!" These words from Jim together with the screen of his debit receipt finally made him stop his acts.He sneered at them, his hands clenched with the raging effect that caused his blood to boil as he stared at the young girl who was still on the floor.He felt hopeless with nothing he could do about this situation."How's this even possible? I think that this is some sort of scam! It should be investigated pro
The feud between KK co-operation, the company that controlled almost ten percent of the city's wealth, and Linda's company, widely known as the Heretics to most people in the city, was known to most people in the city.The KK has always hated the Heretics, fighting with them since anyone could remember the city was even built.But their fight has always been business wars until recently. The current head of the KK was known for his ruthless nature, pulling anyone from his path to achieve his aims, no matter who and how many persons got hurt in the process.And with Linda now the heiress of the Heretics family, his hatred has only grown into full-blown rage.One that even Linda was having failed attempts trying to escape from. Unless there was a heavenly intervention for her, her end was going to be tragic."The highest bidder gets the land and the contract company construction too!" Jim who was already browsing through the web noted.With the information that he had gotten about the d
"Don't worry sir. We will get him off from the way even before you realize that he was there" The people who had once treated him like he was some sort of trash now revered him, showering him with so much respect at the sight of the cash."You know what Mr. Lawson is going to do if he finds out about what's happening here right?" Jude continued to shrink backward his steps and the earth shuddered right under his feet from his fright.However, his words compared to the amount of money that they were going to get from this were going to do nothing to stop them.They launched at him, some by his arms and others by his legs, beating him up thoroughly.He yelled but no one was going to help him now.He stared at Jim with the fright of a little child causing him to tremble. So weak that he could not even bear too little pain."Please forgive me! I promise that I'm not going to tell you! Or do anything stupid. You can see him now!" The guard easily checked out while Jim still kept his face h
"First Mr. Lawson! Thanks for what you did back there..."Jim appreciated however, his words were waved off in an instant with the wave of a hand.Mr. Lawson who once treated him with so much respect and dignity outside seemed to have transformed into a different person. Suddenly looking distant and cold.Drawing off his phone from his pockets, he lets out a satisfying exhale. Replacing it and returning his cold attention to Jim.The rumors were true then. The rumors that Mr. Lawson was a puppet for the rich class and nothing more.He would do anything that he was told to remain a second-class citizen of the city while in the real sense, he was more of a double-edged sword.He wasn't just used by the powerful people of the city... But his name spread to the four corners of the earth.Jim's face crept with disdain as the initial mood on his face disappeared."You want me out of here as soon as possible and I can assure you! The feeling is mutual!I'm here to get the construction site!"
After initiating the transfer, Mr. Lawson got the alert almost instantly. It shook him like a vibration running right through his body.He could only visualize the amount in his account, still forcing his mind to believe that it wasn't true."If you don't mind, I have got other things to do!" Said Jim, just watching them stare into his cell phone was tiring.Mr. Lawson was knocked out of his thoughts with a sense of rising urgency and a strong shiver.He didn't care about the family that Jim was from anymore. Not for someone who had saved him from the harsh realities of the KK cooperation whoever was the hidden force behind it."I will get everything done right away sir!" Mr. Lawson with his voice ever growing with gratitude.With a dash, he fixed everything that was needed and Jim signed the documents, transferring the owner of the property."Sir, if you need anything in the future, don't forget to contact me!" Mr. Lawson shoved his cards at Jim.Though he hesitated for a while, he e
It was already late and Jim needed to rest his head somewhere. He sipped in a deep breath. After all the hustle of his system, he could feel that he was somewhat out of breath. And would somewhat pass out if he didn't find this place as soon as possibleTwo options were left for him. Returning to the twin or going back to the hostel. Either option would mean waking his counterparts in the dead of the night.And the fact that he was going to get a cab too meant that he would be waiting another two to three hours on the street. Not something that he would imagine himself doing at this time.Not something that was embedded in his nature. And he had money to spend too. How about getting himself a nice place to sleep for the night?{ New task loading }{ Form a new powerful alliance before the end of tomorrow }{ Task reward Additional Fifty points and 10 golden tickets }{ Task punishment Deduction of Fifty available points }The wave of new tasks that Jim received came as a sudde
Her once cute, deep blue eyes were replaced with the fiery looks of a monster that had just detected a vulnerable prey.Her red lips gloss shot at Jim, driven with disdain and irritation as her eyes ran through Jim from his head to his toe."This is the pathetic excuse of a human being that dared spill coffee all over my body?" She bottled up and sneered at Jim who's eyes instantly lifted at her rude statement."Excuse me?" Jim returned with furrowed brows.If there was anything, it was her who was wrong bumping into him."If you had looked properly... Then none of us would have been in this situation!" Jim flagged back utterly disgusted at such a mannerless attitude.She flagged her bags, as Jim's audacity made her even more furious. "And so what if I was wrong? Couldn't you be more careful?" Her voice was laced with disdain and irritation."Do you know how much my bag cost? My clothes that you just got dirty? Do you know how much they are worth? No, you can, but I will tell you,