Chapter 17

Her lips twitched and I noticed a hint of amusement in her eyes. She looked at me and then looked at the folder. "You can rest assured that the school will not ask for compensation and punitive damages from you. Someone paid for the sum. I will give you good news."

"Good news?" My forehead creased even more at her remarks. "How come good news? And did someone pay for...?"

She nodded and a cheeky smile appeared on her lips. "Camero. One of the most influential families paid for the sum and you should serve them."

"Camero..."

"Rogie Camero," the principal said. She then cleared her throat. "And not only that, but his family will pay for your tuition until your high school graduation. You are lucky to have them so don't do anything reckless starting now. Don't disappoint the Camero."

I shook my head in disbelief. "But I'm not his obligation nor I am obliged to serve him."

The way she stared at me was like I’ve grown another head. “It’s a blessing. You don’t want it?” she asked while