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2024-10-29 19:42:56After the dinner with Madame Diane and her husband, Leonard, and his mother, Helene went back to their house and to say Helene was happy would be an understatement, she was overjoyed. Now, they could have heaters and good sanitary conditions, the two major things they were lacking in their former house.
''Err… Mom?'' Leonard said.
It was nearing midnight now but he knew he couldn't sleep. He had to take this exam if he ever wanted to rise up from the current level he was in.
''Son, is everything alright?'' Helene asked.
She had never seen her son behave this way and she knew that something was wrong somewhere. Leonard sat beside her, wracking his head on the best approach to take.
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The next day, Leonard woke up bright and early, ready to face the day. The excitement of the previous night was still very much on his face and he found himself smiling as he walked out of the room and towards the kitchen where he found his mother making some breakfast.''Hey mom.'' Leoanard smiled.''Oh wow! Someone is particularly happy today.'' she grinned, flipping the eggs she was frying.The nice smile wafted throughout the kitchen and in some parts of the living room. His mother was a good cook and he knew that this food would turn out very nicely.''Yep.'' Leonard said.''Care to share?'' she asked.
World Domination System 25. Conflicted Feelings
''Susan.'' Leonard began.''Leonard.'' she said.For several minutes, there was silence on the phone as both of them remained quiet. He didn't know how to approach what they have been avoiding but one way or the other, he knew he had to talk.''Susan.'' he began.The only indication he had that she was still with him was her shallow breathing. He knew he needed to apologize as fast as possible because for one, it was overdue and secondly, it was the proper thing to do.''I'm sorry for the way I reacted the last time we saw each other. What I did was wrong and I hope you find a place in your heart to forgive me,'' he said.<
World Domination System 26. Lies
Just as he was about to leave the cafeteria, his phone gave a small beep, indicating he had a call. Glancing at his caller ID, he realized it was Daniel calling him. He froze in the hallway, his thoughts going towards a teacher being angry with him for missing classes.''Hey.'' Leonard said.''Hey… are you almost here?'' he asked.''Yes. Is everything alright?'' Leonard asked.''Yes… anyway since you are almost here, I'll just wait till you get here.''''Alright, see you soon,'' Leonard said.Soon, Leonard got to the set of classes that served as the teaching area. Just at the bend th
World Domination System 27. Misunderstanding
''Hey Leo, can I talk to you for a second?'' Daniel asked as soon as he saw Leonard the next day.Ever since he left him at school the previous day, he had a feeling that something was up with Leonard, and seeing him now just buttressed his point that something was definitely wrong.''Sure,'' Leonard said, closing his locker doors.He also had a feeling that they were about to have a serious conversation, one that actually needed his attention.''Look, I know you were quite surprised over what happened yesterday… you know me walking into the elite part of the area…'' Daniel began.''To be honest, I was really surprised. I thought we were frien
World Domination System 28. Dominating The World!
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World Domination System 29. Playing Hero
''I better fill this before it's too late.'' Leonard smiled.He couldn't believe what he had just bagged. This was literally his dream, something he had been praying for for a very long time now. He could hardly contain his excitement as he read through the job offer. It was something he could work with and he loved that he had found it at the right time he needed it the most.''Wow! A hundred dollars per hour?! This is insane.''He could hardly believe what he was seeing. Usually, the ones he got offered him about ten to fifteen dollars, and seeing this just felt to him like seeing a million dollars.''I'm going to apply for this,'' he murmured.After fill
World Domination System 30. Settle With Fists!
Without thinking, Daniel rushed towards where Edgar stood, pushing him away from the girl. As a result of his action, the scene had already caused a small crowd of onlookers with some of the students taking a video of what was going on.''Get your hands off her.'' Leonard barked.He was now so bold that he didn't care about what might happen as a result of this. Edgar had crossed the line so many times and Leonard was determined to give him a taste of his own medicine.This wasn't the first nor the second time he had done something so foolish and this time around, he wasn't going to rest until he paid for it.''What right do you have to talk to me that way?'' Edgar barked.
World Domination System 31. Like Mother...
''Why would you even engage in a fistfight with someone like Edgar?'' the nurse asked with sympathy shining in her eyes. It wasn’t just about the physical bruises alone, but could he even handle a clap back from his family?As the most outstanding scholarship student in the school, even the nurse knew his background. Also, she had seen his mother the other day and knew that he was from a humble background. Thinking of all that, she couldn’t help but feel bad and worry about Leonard. Leonard sighed, looking at all the various things she had brought out for his treatment. Before walking in, Leonard noticed that the teacher had expertly moved him and Edgar away from each other so that they were assigned to different nurses and different cubicles. It was a brilliant plan, one that he knew was well thought of.''Things happen.'' Leonard muttered.He wasn't about to get into all of the details of the fight with him and Edgar, and it was best he left it at that. The nurse proceeded to clea
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Leonard's footsteps echoed urgently down the dimly lit alley, his jacket billowing behind him like a cape. Daniel hurriedly chased after him, his voice strained with concern."Leonard! Wait up! Where are you off to in such a hurry?" Daniel called out as he finally caught up to Leonard, who was panting with a mix of worry and determination.Leonard glanced over at Daniel, his eyes filled with urgency. "We need to find Susan, and we need to find her fast," he replied, his voice tense. "I have this feeling that with Edgar being arrested, he might come after Susan and... and harm her. I can't let that happen."Daniel's eyes widened with realization as he processed Leonard's words. The threat to Susan's safety was real, and they both knew it. Without another word, they continued down the bustling city streets, their pace quickening as they embarked on a race against time to ensure their friend's safety.Later on, the boys finally stumbled upon her, standing at the edge of a small clearing,
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