Beneath the Billionaire's Glamour

Chapter 2

As they embarked on their new academic journey, Selin effortlessly made friends in her Secretarial Course, radiating warmth and extroversion. Mia, however, faced challenges in her Business Management class.

Most of her classmates hailed from affluent families, aiming to inherit their family businesses. These students had grown up together, forging strong bonds and cliques. Mia's introverted nature and striking beauty sparked envy among the girls, while the boys struggled to flirt with her, further fueling the girls' displeasure.

In contrast, Max and Jake found their Computer Science class more diverse, with students from various backgrounds. The guys, generally less prone to jealousy, were more welcoming. Max and Jake maintained their own circle but engaged with classmates, striking a balance between familiarity and friendliness.

Despite their departments being far apart, the four friends decided to rent a two-bedroom flat with a kitchen and bathroom, ensuring they could spend quality time together. After discussing with their families, they convinced them that this arrangement would benefit Mia, given her introverted nature.

Their families, aware of Mia's struggles, eventually accepted the idea .Mia was unaware that the others had secretly planned to support her. Similarly, Selin's admission to the Secretary Course was facilitated by Mia, Jake, and Max's excellent grades and recommendation to the board.

The college, renowned for its sports teams (basketball, soccer, and football), considered their athletic prowess. After deliberations, the board allocated Selin to the less competitive Secretary Course.

This arrangement proved beneficial in the long run, as their diverse skills would be essential when starting their own company.

The friends Supported each other academically and emotionally . Spent free time together, forging an unbreakable bond .Formed a tight-knit family, safeguarding each other's interests

Their flat became a sanctuary, filled with laughter, discussions, and shared dreams.

.Mia's classmates initially ignored her, but the dynamics shifted when Zara Carson, a wealthy heiress, set her sights on Max .Zara Carson was Ruthless, cunning, and entitled heiress . She was the sister of Bella Zale Carson a Enigmatic and a renowned socialite, , and part of the influential Carson family. She was the Carson Industries' face,

The Carsons were moguls, with diverse business interests in various industries. Their empire, Carson Industries, was shrouded in mystery, with rumored ties to both legitimate and illicit endeavors.

Zara's interest in Max sparked a chain reaction like Mia's classmates, eager to impress Zara, began to bully and ostracize Mia. Zara, determined to eliminate the perceived competition, targeted Mia with cunning manipulations.

Mia initially downplayed her classmates' verbal abuse, focusing on studies and friendships with Max, Jake, and Selin. However, when Zara discovered Mia's living arrangement with her friends, the harassment escalated to vandalism, littering her desk and locker with trash.

Mia confided in Max, Jake, and Selin, omitting the earlier verbal jabs. They advised her to ignore the harassment, assuring her that college administration would intervene if necessary. They explained that their college, part of the prestigious Johnson Group, held significant influence.

"The city's controlled by three major families," Max said. "The Johnsons, wealthiest and most influential; the Keiths, second in wealth and power; and the Camdells, third, with minimal difference in wealth."

"These families outweigh the Carsons," Jake added. "If Zara crosses the line, we'll report her, and the authorities will take action."

Selin nodded in agreement. "We've got your back, Mia."

Mia felt reassured, knowing her friends would support her against Zara's bullying.