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It has been almost four hours of the learning session, and just after recess, the bell rang loudly to indicate that school time was over for the day. Jay and his classmates already started packing their bags and hurried out of the school. As soon as Jay and Jake left the class, they both hurried toward the student parking area. Jake as the driver and owner of the car quickly started the engine and started driving home.

Jake drove a fast car to Jay's family mansion. The two of them had already planned to spend their evening together at Jay's house. And after they arrived at the elite residential area, Jake slowed down his driving and continued to drive to Jay's house which was not far from the main gate of the housing.

The man parked his car in front of the fence of the mansion. The two of them went out together and were surrounded by those dressed in all black. They are known as Jay's father's subordinates who are assigned to take care of their home area.

"Welcome home, Mr. Young Park. Mr. Park is here. Mr. Young Park, do you want to see him?" asked one of the subordinates to Jay as he welcomed the man's duffel bag and black blazer.

"Why is he here in the house at a time like this? Shouldn't he be at the office?" Jay asked back, frowning. He doesn't want to see his father.

"Mr. Park said he had something to discuss with Mr. Young Park today. He told me to convey this matter to you as soon as you return."

Jay and Jake looked at each other. They both entered the house and headed to the living room. They sat comfortably on the long and soft sofa. Jake put his duffel bag next to him and continued to stretch his legs forward. Feel like you have just released the burdens of the tiring world.

While Jay just let out a heavy and tired breath in one go. His father's right-hand man was still with them, which made him cringe at the thought. "Tell me what I don't want to see him today, tomorrow, and in the future if he wants to talk about the same thing."

Mr. Park's right-hand man froze for a moment. He was speechless, not knowing what to answer. He wanted to force the young man but he was also stubborn. However, if he does not act as Mr. Park tells him, his life will be at stake.

"But, Mr. Young Park... this is Mr. Park's order. I don't want to force it but this is his order, so I have no choice but to force Mr. Young Park to go see him himself."

"Are you blind? Can't you see that Jake is here? I'm not going to drive him back just to talk about that stupid thing with him. I want to hang out with Jake this evening, so you take care of this yourself. Come on, Jake. Let's be in my room," They were both about to get up, but there was another voice that stopped them.

"Wait, Jay. If you don't want to see me, let me come see you." Jay squealed when the voice greeted his eardrums.

"We have nothing to discuss about this. Stop forcing me to do something that I don't want to do. Especially when it's related to you." replied Jay who was trying to calm down. For the umpteenth time, he gave the same answer. He didn't want to, not at all!

Mr. Park seemed to be trying to contain his anger. He looked at Jay who was at the end of the stairs sharply. Then he glanced at Jake who was still next to his son. "Jake, can you give us some privacy? I need to talk about something private with my son,"

Jake seemed to understand that. He nodded slowly then he wanted to continue climbing the stairs to his friend's room. However, Jay held him back. The man shook his head and looked at Jake with a facial expression that made Jake reluctant to leave the man. He didn't know what Jay's father would do to his friend.

"He will stay with us until our discussion is over," said Jay. Mr. Park could not do anything. He let it go and started his speech again.

"I want you to replace me as leader. Please, Jay. There is no one else who can replace me but you. Can't you understand what I want?"

"No! I don't want to follow in your footsteps! No matter how much you plead, I stand by my decision. No is no, simple as that."

"Why don't you want it? What have I done wrong all this time? You have to realize Jay. You are my son and you are one of the heirs I have. I don't want to see you be stupid with your sloppy appearance like this. You are not nerds. Show your true color! You are my offspring!" Mr. Park spoke loudly to his son. But Jay is still Jay. The man was not afraid at all.

"My true color? Are you sure about me? What if my true color, will make you die? How did you do with my grandmother before? You want me to be a killer like you?" Jay smiled wryly. He took a step closer to his father without fear. In his eyes, there was already the fire of revenge that he had been holding.

The man scolded him when he was little. The man's insults to himself as he grew up. Everything was still fresh in his head. and until now, the mental and physical abuse remains.

"I don't want to be a killer like you. Never!" Jay said in a breath with his sharp gaze and went to pull Jake towards his room. His heart rebelled to leave the house earlier. He didn't want to live with his father anymore but he wasn't ready yet because there was still something he needed to find.

"If that's the case, you'll know the fate of your beloved mother later. Whether she lives or dies, it's all up to you, Jay. If anything happens to her, it's all your fault."

Jay stopped walking. He heard every syllable. He clenched his jaw tightly. Stupid! The old man was a fool! "Shit, you, old man!"

Then immediately Jay continued his steps toward his bedroom. Not forgetting Jake also followed his friend from behind. Just in time he bowed his head and gave Mr. Park a faint smile as an apology. There is no intention to interfere in matters between the children.

To be continued.....

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