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51: Bodyguard for free
Bankole was an ass.
Marking his territory like that in the cafeteria, on Thursday, in front of everyone, was the same as attempting to guillotine Isabelle. Sometimes his friend would be in over his head and do foolish things. He was aware Jessica wasn't going to accept this and threatening her would do nothing.
After Bankole had done what he did, Joel had walked away, disappointed and vexed.
Upon confronting him, Bankole had acted as cocky as ever and met him head to head.
"What are you going to do about it?" he had asked. "Tell on me?" Then he chuckled. "We both know she wouldn't care because not a single soul can reject this face."
Unknown to Bankole, Isabelle already told him she had no plans of ever adhering to his request. Obviousl
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