... VERONICA...

"You wouldn't dare step on my shoes. For someone like you, wouldn't dare to be my rival."

Veronica threatened Victoria and walked away with her minions.

Victoria who was left shocked and confused just shrugged her shoulder and brushed it off.

Victoria was still dumbfounded by the situation and couldn't stop thinking about what happened.

Why did this happen? and how?

Where? when.?

... -FLASHBACK-...

...(way-way back)...

Victoria was adopted therefore Veronica was left at the orphanage, and no one bothered adopting her, not until someone with a black fitted suit.

31-year-old man walked in with a beautiful 29-year-old female with a fitted red dress with a slit in her dress that shows her right legs they looked stiff and sophisticated,

but not only they look intimidating but their aura screams money, status, and power.

They walked inside the office and walked out handing Veronica an adoption paper.

"You're now a Mandeville. Guards help her get packed up and Anne helps her fit this dress."

The woman speaks in such a low tone with the speed of a mouse running away from a cat.

"Yes Mrs. Mandeville, follow us, young lady."

Veronica followed them obediently knowing that she was now a family member of the Mandeville.

They soon left the orphanage and Veronica found herself having fun and smiling on their way to the Mandeville's villa, Mrs. Mandeville grew fond of Veronica for she resembled her younger self.

"Thank you for adopting me, M-Mom," Veronica said stuttering and turning her head back while facing the window.

Mr. Mandeville saw this and smiled

Once they finally arrived at the Villa, they got out of the car and Veronica was stunned to see how nice the Villa was and couldn't stop admiring it.

"I'm glad you like it, But you haven't seen your bedroom yet~"

Mrs Mandeville spoke with suspense and grabbed Veronica's hand as they went inside the mansion.

When they went inside they were greeted by hundreds of people who work for them.

"Everyone, I would like and expect you to treat Veronica Mandeville as my blood and flesh. That means you do what she says and never dare talk disrespectfully, and if you do not only you will lose your job, But also your rights to live."

Mr Mandeville threatened everyone.

All of them bowed their head and vowed or promised to never disappoint Mr Mandeville's expectations and words.

And that was the start of Veronica's chaos.

Veronica grew up being spoiled and well-educated she also successfully created a bond between her foster parents and the people who worked for the Mandeville.

...... -End of Flashback-......

"Have you seen the way she looked at me with disgust? That piece of---" Margaret covered Veronica's mouth to prevent her from saying another word and hushed her.

"Shh, we're right beside the faculty room."

After Margaret informed them they immediately left the scene and went back to their classroom.

......................

The bell rang and everyone went to their destined sitting arrangements.

"Everyone there will be a new student joining us, and I was informed that she is a scholar from our university, so please treat her nicely and welcome her."

Mrs Cameron announced a new student and everyone was shocked to hear a scholar managed to enter a private university.

While everyone started whispering the girl entered a good manner way.

"Good morning I am Victoria Sinclair 18 years old and I will be joining you for the rest of the school year."

By then Veronica couldn't stop making faces after Victoria introduced herself.

"You may take your seat in front of Veronica." Mrs Cameron said and grabbed a book.

They all went back to studying and everyone felt Veronica's anger even a few sits away.

They were all dismissed and went to the cafeteria.

The cafeteria was crowded and everyone had their tables meanwhile Victoria was having a hard time adjusting to such a high society.

"Uh excuse me, are you perhaps the new student? Victoria if I'm correct?" Some girl approached Victoria and asked her.

"I am, Victoria just transferred here to Whitlock University." Victoria introduced herself and---

"It's a pleasure to meet you Victoria I am Emily and I will be your Guide for the following days until you finally get comfortable and familiar with every building in Whitlock University, I believe that you can adjust just as quickly as I was."

Emily introduced herself and shaped Victoria's hand.

Veronica and her friend started walking in their direction.

"Don't get too comfortable you'll grow to hate it here when I make your 4-6 years in this University a h3ll,"

Veronica declared and

Victoria.

They bumped into Victoria's shoulder that result for Victoria to dropped her tray of food.

"Game on..." Victoria sounded off and let out a sigh

"I highly suggest you to not do a thing. Veronica Mandeville, She is not a play toy that can easily be played even by the high rankings in this University.

Because outside or inside the University is in her control."

Emily sighed and tapped Victoria's shoulder.

"I- I just messed with a Mandeville?!" Victoria sounded shocked and horrified. She started shaking and she fell on her knees.

"It's seem so, but don't worry I'm sure it will all be gone in a week." Emily comforted Victoria and help her get up

"Let's go and help you clean up, sound good?" Emily asked and grab Victoria's hand

"Yeah sure, let's also grab a water on our way out of the cafeteria." Victoria suggested and went back on her feet.

... Veronica...

......................

"What was that all about?" Anne asked.

Anne is Veronica's friend since childhood.

Her father is also a very close friend of Mr Mandeville. Veronica and her often hang out just the two of them without the rest of their friends inside her circle of friends.

"Calm down Anne it's not like I was planning on kíllíng her." Veronica joked and started comforting Anne.

"I'll just play with her... For a couple of years." Veronica mumbled and grinned.