"I'm determined to win this competition and Lucas will definitely participate," Olive declared, her expression serious, prompting Austin and Samuel to exchange puzzled looks.
"You're underestimating Lucas. He's stubborn and won't agree to anything he doesn't want to do," Samuel said, shaking his head. "You should give up dude."
"I have a plan, guys! I'll talk to you later. And I'll share my Gmail address with you soon, but I have to go now. Take care!" Olive said, as she got up from the chair and walked towards the exist giggling leaving Austin and Samuel speechless as they watched her disappear.
Olive ascended the school stairs, her face beaming with joy as she approached the 3RM door and stood before it.
Knock* Knock* Knock
"Who's there?" a male voice inquired from the other side.
"I'm Arthur Williams. I'm here to see the 3RM," Olive responded, her expression now serious.
"Come in," the voice beckoned, prompting Olive to push the door open and enter, closing it behind her.
"Well, well, well. Look who we have here. The new student," Aiden remarked playfully as he lounged on the sofa with a glass of wine.
"You're early! I didn't expect you so soon," Lucas said, his legs crossed and a wide grin on his face as he looked at Olive.
"Are you out of your mind?!" Mark exclaimed, his eyes widening in shock as he looked at Olive, who was completely ignoring him.
"If you're here to apologize, I'm sorry but you'll have to come back later. I'm not in the mood to hear any apologies," Lucas said, smirking as he locked eyes with Oliver.
"I'm not here to apologize to you!" Olive stated bluntly, shocking Lucas, Mark, and Aiden, whose eyes widened in disbelief.
Lucas cleared his throat and asked, "Then why are you here?"
"I'm here to inform you that we're going to participate in this competition together. We'll be teammates in school and outside of school," Olive declared, causing Lucas and Aiden to burst into laughter.
"Are you Queen Elizabeth or perhaps Cardi B with the big ass because that's my kind of woman and oh yes! I love her. If you aren't either of them, then what gives you the nerve to think you can order anyone around here? Aiden asked, still trying to control his laughter.
"I have something that can ruin you, Lucas. It can ruin your popularity here and abroad. But if you don't want that, let's meet up as soon as possible to start preparing for the debate." Olive said, with seriousness in her tone.
"Something that can ruin me? Lucas asked with a scoff. You're such a joker, he continued as he stood up and faced Olive. Now, listen carefully, I won't be participating in any competition.
"Listen to me, Lucas. I'm giving you only twenty-four hours to make a decision. After that, I'll post the information that can bring you down for the world to see. Let's see if you can still brag after that." Olive replied, her threatening gaze locked with Lucas's angry gaze.
She then turned and walked up to the door, unlocking it and making an exit, leaving the 3RM speechless and filled with shock.
Lucas expression remained darkened as he couldn't shake Olive's words from his mind as he pondered what she meant by being able to bring him down. He turned to Mark and asked, "What is he talking about?"
"How would I know?" Mark replied, rolling his eyes.
"Well, you should find out. He's your friend, isn't he?" Lucas asked, frustration evident in his furrowed brow. "He would tell you about his plans."
"I don't have time for that and beside I don't do that. You should figure out what you did that he could use against you," Mark replied, reclining on the couch with his eyes closed.
"He's just trying to manipulate you into joining the competition no matter what. Aiden chuckled. I can't stand those arrogant people, trying to feel like someone important.
"I don't think so. His eyes are telling the truth. I just can't figure out what he's planning to bring me down with. That jerk!!!" Lucas exclaimed, veins popping on his forehead as he suddenly stood up."I'll be staying in the dorm tonight to see what that jerk is up to."
"You seem really worked up about this. Just relax, man!" Aiden advised, giving Lucas a warm smile.
"Looks like Lucas finally met his match!" Mark commented with a slight chuckle, causing Lucas to shoot him an angry glance.
"Just be quiet, okay? If you're not going to help me figure out his plan, I'll do it on my own." Lucas said firmly, his tone serious and his nostrils flaring.
"Good luck with that!" Mark replied with a heavy sigh.
"I'm heading out!" Lucas announced as he headed for the door.
"Stay safe, buddy!" Aiden said with a warm smile.
"Hope you uncover what you're searching for," Mark said with a smirk.
BANG!
The loud noise signaled Lucas's departure.
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Meanwhile, Olive returned to her dorm room, now wearing a blue pajama set as she sat on the bed. She took out her phone and opened the video of Lucas bullying someone.
This could tarnish his reputation and the school's image. But I don't want to harm the school's reputation. What should I do? Olive pondered, letting out a deep sigh.
That fool didn't expect me to still have the video. Thank goodness Miss Aimee didn't delete it, or else how would I be able to use it against him? Olive chuckled to herself.
Olive then decided it wouldn't be appropriate to post the video on the school group as a student of the school, but she could post it anonymously. She retrieved a new SIM card from her drawer, which she had purchased before arriving at Belmont.
Quickly, she inserted the new SIM card into her phone and used a poop sticker to cover the faces of Lucas and the other bullies, as well as the victim. She also altered the color of the school uniform in the video.
Adding the caption "Curious to see who the leader of the bullies is? It might surprise you!" to the video, Olive posted it on all social media platforms, including the school group.
As a wide grin appeared on her face, Olive muttered to herself, "Let's see if this changes your mind about joining the debate competition."
Knock...knock..knock..