Being a billionaire's son

I am Sam, the son of a billionaire.my dad name is James Charles, while my mom name is Anita Charles. I am the only child in the family, I am seventeen this year. Today my dad told me the craziest thing. We were having breakfast, when my dad said , sam"I want the best for you". I was confused at first, then he said. "You will be attending another school for your final year". "Are we traveling? , I asked, hasty". He was paused for a while, he finally said, "we are not traveling, I have enrolled you in omega high school ".

My mom finally spoke in the discussion, "where is that located, I haven't heard of that name before". "It is located at my hometown" my dad told my mom. "That way too far honey, you can't put our son in such stress". I puzzled, "mom, it not going to be stressful, trust me I can handle it. "No, you can't son, always siding your father. I won't allow it". "Anita let our son decide for once, you have always chosen for him "my dad raise his voice a little. Okay, okay, before you say am I spoiling him, my mom said frowning her face. "Okay decided Sam dad said softly". "Since dad recommend it, I am definitely going". yes, that my son dad said laughing. My Mom left frowning her face, you know he will undoubtedly choose to go.

Moment later. Me and dad were still chatting, my mom yelled " James, James, what have you done. I was frightened, " what happened mom. I ran towards her. " How could you, James, how could you rate our son so low? "Mom what the problem" I am beginning to get worried. "That unrefined school, is that where you are sending our son to, my mom yelled once more. " It is not an unrefined school, they have principles and morals. And our son has agreed to go"."that because he hasn't seen it, Sam come take a look at the school, my mom pointed the phone to me". I glance through all the photos. Dad quickly jumped in." I don't hate our son, just that, he needs to see the world differently, father said in a considerate manner. " You hate him, James, how could you do this if you don't hate him? The room got all noises. "There is nothing wrong here, I finally said to calm them down. My mom reach to me "don't let your dad deceive you, the school isn't your class, you won't gain anything there" my mom said calmly. My dad pop in, " attending the best School doesn't mean you will be successful in life, I made it here, but I didn't attend the best, son I am only trying to help you see the world differently. " That not what you are doing, what you are you doing now is sending him to an early grave, the environment is not clean, there are boys, who can influence our son in negative habits, their standard of education is inferior. "My mom roared. Anita let the boy speak for himself, "my father frown. My mom comes closer to me, she grab my hands. I had to speak, Dad I have always wanted to be like you, you have always told me about your youthful days, I didn't experience this hardship or struggles because you became successful, for that, I am grateful, I respect any of your decision. Sam, my mom yelled looking at me desperately. I want to experience what others go through, I intend to make you proud, I will attend the school. My mom releases me, I could tell she wasn't happy. "Sam, this is your will Right, my dad spoke audible. Yes, I replied .okay he said .my mom tried to say some words, but my dad turned at her in an insane manner, he has made his decision, I didn't force him, so you have to accept it. She quickly barked out, I know her, have seen my dad like this before, he was so serious, my mom turned to leave, but my dad persist on talking, you are not allowed to see him while he is away nor contact him, just pretend you don't have a son. My mom was powerless at this point, she knows when my dad is out of the mood, there is nothing she can do. "Sam I will make arrangements, and you can begin next week, will that be okay, he said calmly. " I have no problem with that, I am fine with anything. that is great. I turned to leave, "wait Sam", my dad called, you know why I am doing this right? ."yes, I replied hasty". " I don't hate you, I want the best for you ". Father I have heard you, I promise not to disappoint you". "Okay son, I will make arrangements.

my father left happily my Mom on the other she wasn't happy, I have to go console her. She was sitting in the palour, she sat still like a statue, I walked towards her slowly , figuring a way to console her. Mom I know you are not happy with my decision, but I am grown up now. I have reasons for doing so. I hope you can just believe in me. My mom stood up and left while I was still talking, she must be really angry, what a mess.

Days rolled by dad made some calls he planned to hide my identity from the school, only the Headmaster (principal) and the teacher I will be staying with, are aware about my status. Even though I don't buy this idea 100% I still want to experience life in another dimension and prove to my dad that I am capable I will be leaving tomorrow, I still haven't consoled my mom, I have to before I leave, my dad told me not to worry, but I just can't leave like that.

the D day came I woke up early, I did my early morning routine, ate and father came to me. "Morning son", Good morning Dad, "how was your night. " It was okay, one last sleep in this mansion." we laughed "don't worry you ain't leaving forever" dad try to comfort me." "If you can survive for one year, I will give you whatever you want". "Really I said staring at him truly focus" "yes it is your prize for doing this". Then it a deal, yes it is a deal. I shake my dad hands and we both said deal. I must overcome this, then I can ask for anything "okay, it almost time to pack your books and let set on the way." my dad said. I don't have things to pack but only books, Dad has already prepared semi medium clothes for me (average people clothes).

On our way out of the mansion, mom was already waiting for me outside. "Sam, be good okay stay away from danger, don't follow anyone, don't talk to anybody, focus on your studies, don't let them influence you with their wrong languages. I have heard mom, I will be good. My dad was just looking at her. "Okay take care Sam, she waved at me.

Dad puts all my books in the car, and we drove off to the airport. On arriving there Mr. Carlos the principal was already waiting for us, he was a short man but plump his hair is black, it was shining, I was amused at first glance. Mr. Charles, sighting us already, he matched forward quickly to get a handshake, the two men Shake each other, they talked about themselves getting older for a while and then turned to me, this is my son, my dad introduce me, Good afternoon sir I greeted, he smiled at me, I didn't hear what he said to my father but they both laughed. "Why didn't you come with your private jet" he asked, I just wanted to use the car today my father replied hasty, they both laughed again. okay, I will be leaving him for you, okay. Remember our plan, yeah I remember, okay, Sam be nice my dad said, okay sir. We watched him left. Call me Carlos, I am your dad old-time friend, he extended his hands for a handshake, I shake him. You made a bold step, I am proud of you, not many will do what you are about to do, for that, you have earned my respect. Thank you, sir I replied swiftly. Okay let set to where you will be staying.

We finally arrived at our destination, but it was already late, so I spend the night at Mr. Carlo's house, it was a one-room apartment, I will have to sleep on the couch. Mr. Carlos brought out some snacks at out of the fridge, " you must be hungry he said" yeah, thank you sir, he handed the snacks to me. I ate silence Mr. Carlos, put on his TV, I haven't seen this type of screen size in a TV before, it was manageable, though. "Can you see is he asked?, curious of my answers." I can, I replied, "do you watch soccer Mr.

Carlos asked" , yes I do, we watched a champion league matched Real Madrid Vs Paris Saint Germain, it was interesting though I found myself jumping here and there, football can really bring out one's true self, but the score didn't end to our favor, our team lost. It was dark already Mr. Carlos shut the TV and went inside his room, he brought out a blanket for me, rest early he said, he off the light and I folded myself on the couch, it was difficult to sleep. I checked the clock every minute, the time appears to be low, I stay awake all through the night, I wasn't used to sleeping in the couch,

Mr. Carlos woke up at 6pm. He did his morning praying service I joined him, we finished ten minutes later I did some of my morning routine, 30 push-ups, jogged for 1 hour and others, then I went to the bathroom, Mr. Carlos , prepare dinner, and we ate, I watched the dishes. It was simple, mom never let me do anything, not when we have maids. Mr. Carlos dress up, and I followed him we walked for a while, I noticed he doesn't say anything unless it is important, we walked past so neighborhood, where he spoke with some people occasionally as we walked. The houses around here are not beautiful, they looked old, but people live in there. Mr. Carlos must have watched me look around he then explains some of the things I find strange, like the road it wasn't concreted, just sand and there were erosion here and there. Finally we got to our destination,

Mr. Carlos knocked on the door and a woman came outside. She was young, tall and beautiful, I must say. She will be in her forty, unlike Mr. Carlos she had a good shape, tall and well-built. This is miss Sarah, Sarah this is Mr. Charles son. She walks towards to get a better look, "not more I expected, she finally said." after examining me." have you arranged his room? Mr. Carlos asked with assurance," yes I did that this morning he can move in now. Mr. Carlos turned to me, " okay you can go in I will bring your books for you later in the day." thank you sir, thank you ma I walk inside, I quickly notice that it was bigger than Mr. Carlos owns I walk in the parlor it was decorated Mr. Carlos wasn't decorated at all, it was all pale. I check my room, it was decorated blue, although red was my favorite color, it doesn't matter and finally a bed to sleep on, I jumped in feeling excited for no reason, it was comfortable I walk outside to take some fresh air, Mr. Carlos was still outside, so I pause, I noticed that he wasn't audible like usual, he talks calmly, could it be that.... I should think to that direction. Mrs Sarah came inside after Mr. Carlos left. "Sam she called" I rushed to meet her, "have you try the clothes I brought for you, check if they fit you perfectly, "okay I will do just that " I ran in and checked all the clothes if they fitted perfectly. They all fitted perfectly, Mrs Sarah got an eye for picturing me clothes size with only a photo of me.

in the evening Mrs Sarah cooked fried rice which is actually my favorite meal, dad must have told Mr. Carlos at least he is giving me a better meal. I finished the meal in hasty, a while later Mr. Carlos came back. He brought all my books. He had a little chat with Mrs Sarah, then he left. I was in the parlor then Mrs Sarah walked to me, we finally spoke, "how are you getting on she asked" I will adapt I replied swiftly. "You don't seem to be a rich kid, you don't behave like one, she added. My dad once told "if you are in a place where you ain't recognize, behave humble and follow orders", that what am simply doing

I will give you the credit though you did great. "You will be starting school tomorrow so, sleep Early okay." okay ma."you can stop calling me "ma" Sarah will be better. okay, auntie Sarah. You are funny indeed okay, I will be leaving you here, sleep on time okay. okay, auntie Sarah. She laughed and walked away. I left for my room too, I am already tired and exhausted

in the morning Mrs Sarah came to wake me up. I was in a deep sleep. I barely got up with my two feet. She was already dressed up, I had to use the bathroom quickly and find a cloth to wear. It was my first day in a new school, with a Different environment. Mrs Sarah notice that I was worried, she tried to cheer me up , " don't worry it going to okay she said with a smiling tone. I was done with everything, and we set out for school

before we arrived there Mrs Sarah bought me some snacks because we left home on time, she didn't prepare anything.

We finally reached omega high school it was big but the painting on the building was old the block surrounding the school have started falling the gate was rusty, student were hurrying to school I was wondering why, on getting to the entrance I found out that there was another school close to omega high school farther Bit it name was Alpha high school it was massive and beautiful, well-designed, this must be for the rich in this area. But none of these school can be compared to my former school, there is 1% over 100%. We walked in to the school premises, student were staring at us, I can't really tell why, Mrs Sarah walked into the teacher staff room, she asked me to join the other students, I walked in their direction and some of them were still staring at me.

All the student gather at the school Hall, I think they are waiting for the principal speech. Soon Mr. Carlos show up on stage he took a microphone, he tried to speak, but we couldn't hear him the microphone had issues, he had to go pick another, I guess they were saving this one for a special event.

hello everyone, we're starting our third term and the final year for our seniors as usual I won't say much, studies hard, believe and conquer, those three words are what make people successful. I won't tolerate being outside while classes are being heard, this term. As always, abide by the law, and we can be good friend. That all go back to your classes, all the student began to leave I waited, Mr. Carlos walked to my direction there was a girl next to him, but I can't see her clearly, as he approached closer I could finally see her face, she was fair in complexion, average height, he had a gold hair, her eyebrows were long bit, she didn't paint her lips. All girls do that these days. Mr. Carlos finally reach me Sam this Christabel, Christabel this is Sam. Introducing us with hands direction. " Christabel, please show Sam around the school, okay sir, she said. Mr. Carlos left us, "where do you want to go first, she asked politely". I don't really know I said, "the school is big right, you can get missing if you ain't careful. I choked, I wanted to laugh out loud, but I held myself. Christabel notice my reaction just now (he must be shy with girls) I wonder what she is thinking. "Okay let go to the school carfare first, she said calmly (I have to be more friendly with him). She leads the way, looking at her closely she is actually beautiful, I have to clean that out of my brain, I didn't come for that.

we finally arrived at the carfare it was a small store. Like a one room, the tables, and chair were outside, but in an open hall, I have never seen this before. Maybe they opened the hall, so that fresh air could enter because I couldn't

Spot any fan in the ceiling.(look at the way he is staring at the carfare, he hasn't seen this type of arrangements before) "nice designed right, Christabel said". oh, yeah, yeah it is good I replied nodding me head along. But I will advise not to buy anything from the carfare, the crowds here are usually too many, when it's time for, break, and moreover their things are too expensive, you won't be able to afford it regularly. I buy from outside the school it is cheaper, you can buy there too, and I know the woman selling there. "Thank you for the information" I said, to turn in her direction. Don't worry it is my pleasure, she said smiling at me. okay, next is the library, Christabel said while moving forward.

It took us some minutes, before we got there, the library was bigger than the carfare, it was locked, but she had the keys with her, in my former school the library's locked was a smart locker, this one is just a normal locker with a key they tried anyway. Christabel, opened the door and we walked in. The library was only five wooden rolls, at least it was feed with books. (he must be surprised he has never seen this type of combination before, we were newly supplied with books) how is it Christabel asked. It nice, it is good I answered, you can collect books here it frees, the reason it wasn't opened was that, it is usually opens after the first class of the day. Thanks for the information. Our next will be the sports departments, Christabel took me around all the department the football field the volley pitch and the only two remaining were the basketball court and the gymnastics arena. Let go to the gymnastics arena Christabel said politely, she doesn't seem tired, I am already at my limit, In my former school, there are standby cars ready to take us wherever we are going. We finally reached the gym arena it was far from the rest, " this is our gymnastics arena, Large right" I glance through the whole building it was big I admit it, but it doesn't have the equipments, tools, and gadget. to me, it seems like a wide open area to me. (he must be surprised, seeing the facilitates that we have here, not to worry, you haven't seen our basketball court yet) so what sport is done here, "we practice karate judo, and track sports here, impressive isn't it". "Yeah, yeah it is good I said nodding my head," our last building will be that basketball court. "Wait you have a basketball court here" I asked sharply. (I said it, he will be surprise, I'm certain that there is no basketball court in the village). Yes you heard right, we have a basketball court in the school, ' it is close by, let get moving" she said smiling at me. Minutes later we arrived at the basketball court, on getting there I ran to the middle and looked around. (I know he will love our basketball court, this might be his first time of seeing or standing in a court before, I can imagine the joy that is running through him now). I turned around to get a perfect view of the court, it wasn't properly developed, not that I expected anything. "That all for today, the rest things I will explain them to you. You must be tired now, let go to the carfare" she said calmly. I followed her, and she bought a cup of tea and a hamburger, she handed them over to me" here, have fun on your first day she said". I choke a little , "but these things are expensive, I dazed at her "don't worry the bill have already been paid" just enjoy, she whispered (he has to enjoy today, he might never eat this again). I looked at the hamburger it was big, she is doing this for a stranger, even though she has little, from the way she talks, I can tell she doesn't have much. I cut the hamburger into two and gave her the other side, " you don't have to give me, she said rejecting the food" "please let this be a token of my appreciation. I stood up from my seat and gave her, thanks for the hot tea. (he is caring even though he has nothing) Sam, "where I work, we need a worker, I will take you there to enroll on Friday". I looked at her, she must be considering my status, Mr. Carlos has already her, that I am on scholarship here. "Yeah that will be great, I smiled at her". "Okay let go to class together" ". She gets up from her seat, she didn't eat the hamburger, she kept it in her bag, maybe she is going to eat it later. We walked to class and chatted about the basketball court. I found out that, she is the captain of the girls team but, they have never won any interschool competition.

We entered the classroom, it wasn't well-structured, some walls have cracked the chair wasn't that balanced. Mrs Sarah was the one teaching, I quickly find a better spot to sit down, Christabel sat at the front desk, I never liked sitting at the front row, so I went to the back row. They were noise her and there, as soon Mrs Sarah arrived in the class, everybody went mute. She called me out, "this is our new student, he is on scholarship here, please introduce yourself, I cleared my throat, My name is Sam Charles, please take me as your own. The student burst into laughter, to silence everyone, Mrs Sarah yelled. "You are welcome, she said to me, take your seat". On getting back to my seat I heard some whisper" he must be poor " "maybe he is an orphan, a girl said". I took my seat and Mrs Sarah taught the class, we had other classes before we closed. I waited for Mrs Sarah to finish her work, then I followed her home. On our way home, "how was school she asked" normal I replied with a smile on my face, okay she said knowing fully well that I was just pretending. "I can cope I finally said on our arrival, you don't have to worry" she smiled at me, and walked into the kitchen, I went to the bathroom to freshening up, then, meal was severed we ate in silence, " that girl that introduce you around the school, do you like her" Mrs Sarah said with an insisting Tone. I was choked, I haven't spent a day and half here, she is already asking me this sensitive questions. "I don't like her, I whispered" .she gets up to drop her plate, time will tell she said leaving. I am still surprised for what just happened, I have never fallen for anybody before, to me, those people hear are weak. I have gone to the best schools, and nobody was a match. I read some my books laid down, and I fell to sleep

"Sam you lied to me, you deceive me, let end this now" Christabel wait, I tried to stop her, she turned her back immediately, I watch her disappear. I opened my eyes slowing still mentioning Christabel name, some minutes I finally came back from the slumber, thank Goodness it was a dream, what is this feeling, how could I dream of a girl I only met yesterday and somehow I felt relive, it was a dream? I slept off again.

I couldn't sleep again, not after having a nightmare. I wash the dishes, cleaned the house. Before Mrs Sarah woke up, I was done. Sam you are up already she said with a wink face, she went back to her room. I did some of my morning routine and 6pm clocked the time, Mrs Sarah was already in the kitchen preparing something, after a while she called, and we ate in silence, "thank you for the meal I said.

We arrived at school early,, so she left me to roam about, Wander for some time then somebody tapped me on my shoulder, it thought it was Christabel, it was just some tall black guy, he wasn't dress properly, he had a shady haircut, "Boss wants to see you, he said. I was like "boss" , follow me he said, so I followed him, he took me to a corner in the school, I already know they were bullies, I have encountered many, this one was common between my former school and here, this is going to be interesting, when we reached the place, I saw a boy, he had broad shoulders, he was also tall like the other one, he was sitting on other students back who took the posture of a chair. Then another boy approach me he must be their spoke man, "we know you are new here, so we will give you a week of grace, or you be like that kid over there". I stare at the direction he pointed, I saw someone on the floor, they must have beaten him hard. " Do you understand, he yelled ". Should I save him or leave him, "I didn't hear what you said, come closer, so I can, hear you correctly" I said? They burst into laughter, I joined them too, "you think this is funny the spoke boy said, approaching me slowing, "Sam" a voice from behind called I turned, and it was Christabel. What is she doing here I wonder, the boy where choke too. "You have done well", she said approaching me with paste, and when she finally got to me "Mrs Sarah will be happy, we finally found the thugs in this school". The boys immediately ran away, only the one referred boss stayed. He finally stood up and walked slowing to the exit, "you never seems to fascinate me Christabel, but you were late again, he pointed at the boy on the floor." he walked pass us, he stopped" boy, see you around, then he left. We rushed to the boy on the floor, he was bleeding badly, there were bruise all over him. We have to rush him, to the school medical center. Christabel tried to lift the boy up, why does she care this much, I wonder? "Help me lift him on my back, she said" after trying effortlessly. I lifted the boy on my back, "lead the way I said" Christabel quickly took charge. We arrived at the school center the boy was treats, he fainted while he was on the floor. He was asked what happened, but he lied that he fall from the stairs, I was thinking Christabel will say something, but she was quiet, I wanted to say something, but she held me back, let talk outside Christabel said pulling me outside. "How can you be quiet and let this lunatic roam about" I will tell you why. "The one referred to as the boss, his father is the largest donation in the school, there is nothing I can do, the school can't punish him properly" on hearing that. I was angry, she must have read my facial expression, "don't do any stupid, if they find out, that you were the one, who reported them, things might go out of hand she said with a crying expression on her face. Why will she be crying, I wondered. "Okay I won't, I said without facing her. "You can leave without me, I will stay here for a while, Christabel said, entering the building. I stood for a while, I wanted to enter the center again when I heard the doctor" how is your friends leg Christabel, "it is getting better Christabel replied swiftly, "how could she have fell from the stairs", he must be careful, he could have lost his leg in the process if you haven't found him, " yes we were lucky."

those bullies have done enough, how can people be so brutal, I have to do something about this.

I walked slowing to class, how do I stop them, I can't report to the school, what do I do, I can't start causing trouble, dad will be disappointed, I have to stay low.

Class went smoothly, Christabel didn't come. If only I could help. Those boys were in our class, they kept staring at me , "hey Sam, come here let have some talk. I walked to them, sit down, the one called boss said. so, I sat, "I am Yuma, you see my father paid for the scholarship of this year, "I heard you came in through scholarship" he asked politely." yes I came in through". "Your parents must be penniless" he said swiftly after my replied, his boys burst into laughter. so, what do you have to say, "thank you sir" I replied hasty "that good I see you are fast learner but I won't take compliment for repayment of favors" he said gently. " Why not repay my father favors by, going on errands for me. "Yes sir" I replied swiftly. that was good, you're a good boy. You can go now, he said calmly. "I cannot be in the same class with this poor rat" he yelled and everybody Burst into laugher. Sam, someone called from the door post, I stood up after hearing my name, the principal wants to see you, I walked to the principal office. "Closed the door he said on entering" so I shut the door. Sam, how are you coping, from rich to poor. "Fine actually, but the bullies in school are aggressive." "You must have met them already." yeah. "I will help you on that anyway, so everything is good", "yeah everything is good. okay, you can go now. okay, sir. Okay.

I felt hungry after leaving the principal office, I have gone to the carfare on my way there, a large crowd was waiting for their turn, I haven't seen anything like this before. How do pass this crowds, "hey Sam" a voice from behind called, it seems familiar, I turned, and it was Christabel? "Christabel how are doing" I asked smiling at, nothing exactly she replied calmly, you must be hungry, she said swiftly, nope I said, but my stomach had to disgrace me by ramming, Christabel burst into laughter "you are a terrible lier ain't you she's laughing again" she brought something covered in white, here take, she stretch it to me, I declined at first, but she insisted, so I took it, what do you plan to eat I said, I have some in my bags she replied. I unwrap it, it was a locally made hamburger. She must have made it herself, I bite hard, "how is it Christabel said" "yummy, it is delicious I said making a facial expression of joy". After I finished, we walked alone for a while, then we met somebody name Marcel. He joined us, he must be Christabel good friend, they talked for a while then Christabel turns to me, "Marcel this Sam, Sam is Marcel my good friend". I shake him. His dad owns the big shop I was talking about, "don't worry Sam I will put so words for you", he said smiling "I would appreciate" I shake him. "

You have to go training Christabel, you guys have Alpha high school friendly matched coming, Alpha team, Christabel mood changed, I have to go practice. She left me and Marcel there, that the team captain Marcel shouted, Christabel didn't turn back insisted she has begun running. " What happened between alpha and ours asked Marcel after Christabel have gone far" "Alpha team female disgrace omega in the interschool competition last year".

" was it that worst" , "yeah 10 – 130". What 10–130, that was bad. "Can you play basketball Sam" Marcel looked at me? yeah, I know so few tricks. We need a height like yours in the team. I will pass, I can't really play, I just like the sport. "If you don't join any sport center, the school will automatically put you on one". Sport is where school excel, he said jogging away see you around he said". I want to keep a low profile, as possible

Mrs Sarah was calling me, I had to go see her, so I went to her office. I knocked, "come in, sat down, sam." "I won't be staying with you anymore". I looked at her,

You might already know why I called you. you were to stay alone right from the beginning, think of the past few days as bonus, from now hencefortht, you will be staying alone, you will struggle for your meals and the rest. I wasn't happy at hearing this, but I know it was the right thing. " I won't learn anything if I were like this, I said smiling at her" thanks for the bonus, this is my new start.