Even with the way he looked all threatening, Annette cocked her head to the side, and regarded him. "At least we're not in Greece, so you can spare me all that cockiness, Mr McKenney. I told you I had to come home to help my sister. But if you are looking for more explanations than that, I can write a book on it, for you your majesty." She made a mock bow, flashing a smile at him."Annette, I think you should take this somewhere private. People are staring," Jane whispered to Annette as. Hudson stared at her, suddenly more interested in her personality. He was intrigued at how she could put on a different level of confidence and stubbornness, now that they were back to New York."Meet me at my office. Or you're gonna regret this." He said, looking at her meaningfully.Annette thought that over, remembering that the contract between them was still valid, so she was still bound to him. She glared at him, and then glanced at Jane, "Give me a moment." Jane nodded back in response as
"That sounds like the principal," Jane said as her gaze moved to Cassie. She saw the look of fear in Cassie's eyes, but Jane took her hands in hers and pulled her into a hug. "There's nothing to be afraid of, they can't hurt you and if they don't do anything about the bullying" Jane stopped her gaze moving to Annette was staring at the door like she wanted to murder it, "Will you be willing to change school?"Then Annette's gaze met hers, and now they were both staring at Cassie as she looked deep in thought, "Honestly I don't mind, my only friend here is the art teacher." Cassie answered as she stared up at both Annette and Jane "Okay, kiddo, that will be the last resort then if they don't listen to our demands," Annette said as Jane pulled away from Cassie "Let's just get this over with, because I want to give that lady a piece of my mind" Jane said as she unlocked the door and the three of them walked out of the girls toilet to find the guard from earlier and the principal who l
"I assure you we will do anything to make sure everything gets sorted out," the principal said, causing Amanda and Jane to scoff at her statement. "Please, drop the act you've been saying that since we told you the first time, so stop lying, Mrs, and really do something about it," Jane said as she glared at the principal. "Mr Annette causing a scene will not change anything, so let's move to my office," The principal said "No, you're saying they are causing a scene," Hudson said, "Mind my language, but you really don't give a shit about Cassie." "Mr?" The principal asked "Mr Hudson McKenney" Hudson as the principals face went pale. "You mean…" The principal asked"Yes I'm that Hudson McKenney, I'm shocked that you didn't recognise me right away." Hudson said as a smug smile formed on his face, "You see, these, are closed friends of mine and you've really pissed then off, automatically, that disqualifies this school." "How can we solve this? Mr McKenney," The principal said, he
"Let's move this to my office while the other parents arrive." the principal said as she turned to the crowd frowning at them, "You all should get back to class!" With that said, the crowd dispersed, leaving the hall quiet once again. "Okay then, we will move this to your office, but don't think for one minute that this is going to go away. Now that they have me in their corner I will make sure to drag this issue as long as I can until Cassie here gets the justice she deserves. Except you want me to do what has been on my mind. You'll regret it so much." Hudson explained as an unease expression formed on the principal's face. "I understand, Mr. McKenney, and we will surely get to the bottom of this," The principal said as she guided the group to her office.Once inside the principal's office, the atmosphere remained tense as the principal motioned for everyone to take a seat. They all did as their gazes fell on the older lady who looked like she was about to pee herself."I apprecia
"Who am I speaking to?" inquired Mr. Thompson over the phone."This is Mr. McKenney," replied Hudson, causing Mrs. Thompson's face to pale. Meanwhile, her daughter seemed disinterested."Mr. McKenney, what do I owe the pleasure of your call?" Mr. Thompson inquired."I'm calling regarding the deal you wanted to make with us," Hudson added."I've been waiting for your call. When should I draw up the contract and bring it over?" Mr. Thompson asked eagerly."No need for that," Hudson replied, prompting Mr. Thompson to question why."Is your company already working on the contract?" Mr. Thompson asked when Hudson chuckled softly."No, because there will be no contract, Mr. Thompson. We won't be working with you," Hudson declared, causing a moment of silence on the phone."Why? You seemed interested last time we talked," Mr. Thompson said, desperation creeping into his tone."I don't work with bullies," Hudson stated plainly."I don't understand," Mr. Thompson confessed."Why don't you ask
Hudson chuckled, watching Jane's retreating figure. "Well, it looks like it's just the three of us for lunch.""I'm looking forward to it. Thank you for the invitation." Cassie said, grinning from ear to ear as her gaze moved between Hudson and "Yeah, it's nice to have a break from our usual routine."As they headed to the restaurant, Hudson asked, "So, any preferences for lunch?"Cassie shrugged. "I'm easy. Surprise us."Annette nodded in agreement. "Same here. As long as it's good, I'm happy."******As they came to a stop in front of a restaurant named Bernard's, Annette immediately recognised it as one of Jane's must go restaurants. The only reason why she hasn't gone already is because it's crazy expensive, so Annette knew Hudson was going all out so she could forgive him. She was angry, but she was grateful to him because he helped her sister out.He was the only reason why she was smiling right now, and she couldn't bring herself to hate him "We're here," Hudson said as he gu
"Okay then," Cassie said as she hugged Jane as different thoughts ran through her head, and most of them included Hudson and his sudden change in behaviour. "Don't stress too much, just observe him, and if you think you can give him a second chance, it's up to you," Jane said as she ran a comforting hand down Annette's head. "Okay, I will do as you say, but I don't really think he can change in just a few days," Annette said. "If he has fallen for you, he will want to change for you," Jane said "It's that a book quote," Annette smiled as she stared at her friend "Nope, it's a quote by yours truly," Annette said as she pushed her friend on the hand playfully"Was the food any good?" Jane asked"Yeah, and we brought you something. It's in my bag," Annette said"I love you," Jane said as she kissed Annette on the cheek "You love food more," Annette said with a smile "That's true though." Jane said as she skipped to the kitchen to eat the food Annette and Cassie had brought back fo
As the rollercoaster slowly came to a halt, Annette let out a relieved sigh, feeling the rush of adrenaline still coursing through her veins. She unclenched her fists, her knuckles white from gripping the safety bar throughout the wild ride.Cassie turned to her with a wide grin, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "How are you feeling, Annette?" she asked, her voice filled with amusement.Annette chuckled, her nerves settling now that the ride was over. "Much better now that we're off that crazy thing," she replied, a hint of laughter in her voice.Cassie's laughter bubbled up uncontrollably, and even Hudson, who had been relatively quiet during the ride, joined in with a chuckle. As they made their way out of the rollercoaster's exit, Cassie turned to Hudson and asked, "Where to next?" "It's your choice. What do you want to do next?" Hudson asked with a small smile on his face"Let's go to the food station," Cassie announced with glee as she stared up a Hudson "Lead the way," Hud