Chapter 80

"I'm dropping out, dropping out, dropping out. I've said it three times. Did you hear me?" Hayden's lips curled into a mocking smile as he laughed and repeated himself. If they didn't understand, he would repeat it until they did. His resolve was unwavering—nothing and no one could sway his decision. "Are you insane? How could this possibly benefit you?" Julia screamed in disbelief. "Exactly! Have you ever thought about the consequences?" Anna echoed in confusion. "Hmph, I knew he was selfish—if he can't have it, he won't let anyone else have it either!" Lily's eyes were filled with venom as she glared at Hayden. "Hayden, there must be some sort of misunderstanding. Don't blame him!" Morgan pretended to plead on Hayden's behalf, but his eyes were filled with a deep-seated hatred, as if he wished he could eliminate him right then and there. Everything was supposed to be his! When had he ever been denied anything he wanted? Yet Hayden stood in his way, refusing his request. That