Chapter 66

James Hill sat behind his massive mahogany desk, his eyes fixed on the dean of Nicholas's college, Dean Richardson, who was seated across from him.

"Thank you for coming to see me, Dean Richardson," James said, his voice firm but polite.

"Of course, Mr. Hill," Dean Richardson replied. "I wanted to personally inform you about your son's recent... announcement."

James's eyes narrowed. "What announcement?"

Dean Richardson hesitated before speaking. "Well, Nicholas took the college's microphone system and announced his date with a student, Sarah, in front of the entire college. He said something about taking her out on Friday and—"

James's face turned red with rage. "What else did he say?" he demanded.

Dean Richardson shifted uncomfortably in his seat. "He said he was finally taking her out, and...and that he was excited to be with her."

James's jaw clenched in anger. "That boy is going to be my death," he thought.

As a trustee of the college, James expected the dean to keep him informed