Renewed Confidence

Olivia Pov

As Luca released his grip on me, a wave of confusion washed over me wondering why the look on his face quickly changed, the switch was kinda confusing. I couldn't comprehend his sudden change in demeanor. Was it all just an act? I asked no one in particular and quickly balanced myself so as not to trip anymore.

"I...uh, thank you" I stuttered, still taken aback by the entire situation because he is not different from his brothers, they all treat me the same way but he just helped, something I didn't see coming and it's making me think so much as hell.

Luca's expression remained unreadable as he nodded curtly and turned to walk away, not saying a word and I wondered why the switch, this minute he is acting cool and the next minute he is looking so fierce and scary at the same time. I watched him go, my heart pounding in my chest. There was something about him that intrigued me, despite his behavior but I just can't pinpoint it actually. I stood there not moving an inch as different thoughts ran through my mind, I kept on processing what just happened seeing as a big deal.

Lost in my thoughts, I didn't notice the presence beside me until I heard a familiar voice that jerked me off my thoughts and turned my face. It was Bethany, concern etched across her face. She had followed me out of the cafeteria, maybe when I left she quickly followed me. I decided to act like nothing happened, comporting myself as fast as I could to hinder the questions that's gonna pop up every moment from now.

"Olivia, are you okay? What happened?" she asked, her voice filled with worry because she was among the person's that witnessed what happened a few minutes ago.

I couldn't find the words to explain everything that had just transpired, so I simply shook my head and wiped away my tears. I was not even ready to explain anything anymore because there's nothing anyone can do. Even my mom can't even handle it, not to talk of a mere friend. Bethany reached out and gently squeezed my hand, offering me comfort in that moment of vulnerability then took me to a quiet place, it was a garden looking so beautiful and I stared at the place nonstop. She dragged me to a sit because of my nonstop stare at the place.

"You don't have to worry about them, Olivia and you have to stop this weakling life because they won't stop hurting you until you decide to show them that you are not who they think you are but on a second thought, are they not your step brothers?" she inquired softly.

"Some people are just cruel for no reason. But remember, not everyone is like that but I keep on wondering why they are like that or is it because their dad remarried?" She questioned again when I didn't say anything to her first question.

"Bethany.., Just forget about everything, I will just continue to take this because there is nothing I can do anymore" I muttered, sighing sadly ruffling my head frustratedly.

"What the fuck did you just spill out huh?, Who told you there nothing you can do and who knows if this is our you are being treated at home too" She snapped wanting to force words from my mouth and I had to tell her because she looks like someone I can confide in so there's no need hiding anything anymore.

"They don't even treat my mom as their father's new Luna and same to me, I am treated like a piece of rag and at this rate I am tired, I want to go back to my normal life. This is not the type of life I plan to live honestly, I was against this, Maybe because I knew, this is how everything will turn out but my mom didn't listen. I wish my dad could come and take me away from here but it's too late to wish for that to happen, I just want to leave here Bethany" I sniffed in tears letting it roll down my cheeks profusely, I couldn't hold the tears anymore.

"Then you have to stand for yourself, show them that you are not a weakling and not a nobody. Don't give them that mentality for them to call you a Low born, don't ask me where I heard that from please, It was the school witch Hailey saying this to her friend" Bethany uttered playing with her fingers like she did something wrong and I almost burst out laughing because of how she was acting right now. She has succeeded in making me forget what just happened, such a good friend.

"Like I was saying, I want you to stand for yourself, you are now a Royal like them so show them that you are equal. They can't do anything to you because their dad won't let that happen or does their dad treat you like them too?" Bethany questioned and I shook my head and she nodded.

"Good!, If you don't know how to stand for yourself just listen attentively, what I am about to say; if they insult you, Give them double of that insults, yell at the them too and so same to that stupid Hailey, Everyone knows that she is close to the Triplets and she is wicked. If she dares touch you with her filthy hands, hit her double, there's nothing she can do because you are now a Royal, you hold a higher rank than her. Did I made myself clear enough?" She queried and I laughed nodding my head affirmatively.

Her words resonated with me, reminding me that I must be strong and give them a dose of their own medicine, I won't sit and watch them frustrate my life. I will show them that I am not a lost born And maybe, just maybe, there was a glimmer of hope for a better future.

Feeling a renewed sense of determination, I took a deep breath and wiped away the remaining tears from my cheeks, it's time to stop my tears, I am not a weakling and will never be. My Wolf jiggled inside of me because of my new decision, Time to show them who the boss is. I would rise above the negativity and strive to show them the true me. I have had enough of their nonsense and can't keep up with it anymore.

With Bethany by my side, I walked back into the cafeteria. Ignoring the stares and whispers, I made my way to an empty table with Bethany.

As I sat down, I noticed that Luca and his brothers were nowhere to be seen. It seemed they had disappeared as abruptly as they had caused chaos, that's how fools behave and I will show them that I am not called Olivia for nothing. My dad didn't train me to be a slave to anybody but rather to stand for myself when necessary.

Bethany took a seat across from me, providing a supportive presence. We resumed our conversation, discussing our favorite books and hobbies. Her genuine kindness put me at ease and helped me forget about the earlier incident, if only for a while.

We were still discussing when the bell rang and that's a sign that our lunch period is over and we need to head to our classes as soon as possible.

Bethany and I held our hands together and we were both heading to our class when Hailey, the same witch that treated me harshly this morning, obstructed us, not letting us pass.

"Wow, so low born finally has a friend, I was thinking as low as you are, You won't have any friends here" She fired at me why her minions laugh, Bethany two my hands, that was a signal for me to stand for myself, can't be a gullible forever, not anymore.

As the words came out of her mouth, her condescending smirk plastered on her face, I could feel my blood boiling with anger. But instead of cowering like I always did, a newfound confidence surged within me. Bethany's grip on my hand tightened, silently encouraging me to talk back at her and that's what I am definitely gonna do right now, won't let her leave without giving her the dose of her medicine, time to show her that I rule my own little world and won't let any little thing treat me like a piece of shit.

I took a deep breath and mustered all the courage I had left. "Hailey, I have had enough of your nonsense. You think I am a fool because I didn't say anything this morning when you spilled that shit from your stinking mouth. I may be new to this kind of life not like I wanted any of this, but I am just as deserving of respect as anyone else because I won't take it lightly with you anymore, read my lips" My voice came out stronger than I had anticipated, surprising even myself and her eyes widened in shock.

"Deserving of respect? Shut that trap of yours, Olivia, you're fooling yourself and You'll never be on our level. Like I said before, stay away from the triplets and I if you don't want me to deal with you" Hailey scoffed, rolling her eyes as she fired back at me.

I squared my shoulders, refusing to let her words break me.

"Who cares about any of you, I should be the one to tell you the four of you to stay away from me because it seems my matter interests all of you more than your own life. That's why you will remain a lowlife" I fired back at her and she glared at me hatefully.

Bethany chimed in, her voice laced with anger.

"Hailey, why can't you see that being kind costs you nothing? Instead of tearing others down, Why not be good to them, it won't take anything from you" Bethany stated calmly and I chuckled, was she thinking her advice will do anything to someone who had made up her mind to be useless like those three fools.

Hailey's confident demeanor wavered for a moment, but she quickly regained her composure. "Save your lectures for someone who actually cares, Bethany. I have better things to do than waste my time on the likes of you and you Olivia, don't forget who I am to the triplets, get ready for me. It seems someone has taught you how to talk back, let's see how this goes" With a flick of her hair, Hailey turned on her heel and walked away, her minions following behind like obedient puppies.

As they disappeared from sight, a ripple of whispers filled the hallway. I could feel the stares, some filled with curiosity, others with admiration.

Taking a deep breath, I turned to Bethany and smiled gratefully. "Thank you for standing up for me, Bethany. I couldn't have done it without you"

She returned the smile, her eyes sparkling with pride. I now feel so confident and happy standing up for myself for the first time ever, if feels so different. This is the kind of life I would be living now, I won't take shit from them anymore and won't even let them bully me again, never!. I have had enough and taken everything in since I stepped my legs in their Mansion but from now on Olivia is not the same person that was treated harshly and made a weakling.

"Of course, Olivia. Friends stick together and support each other through thick and thin. Now, let's head to our next class. I have a feeling it's going to be a great day"She smiled and I couldn't help but admire her. We just keep to each other today and she is acting like we have known each other for years.

With renewed confidence, I walked alongside Bethany, my head held high but everything was cut short when we entered our class and found the Triplets standing there with Hailey, their glares made me stagger and my confidence almost went down to one percent.