A Life Beyond Limits novel Chapter 282

Ray and Hunter, who had sneered and insulted Jack earlier, were flabbergasted as they watched the scene unfold before them with their mouths agape. It felt like the world had turned upside down. They could spout blatant lies about Jack, but they weren't deaf. Like everyone else, they had heard Xavier address Jack as "Mr. Holland".

Just who was Jack Holland?

No one had the answer to that question.

But knowing the answer was no longer important. What was important was that Jack was also "Mr. Holland", and there were people who would bend over backwards to wait on his hand and foot.

Even Clarice had to reconsider her initial impression of Jack. She was used to being respected by the people around her, but this time, the respect only extended to her because of Jack.

Just how much was Jack hiding and how much did Bella know? She had investigated Jack in the past, but nothing ever came up that could have hinted at his wealth. For the first time, Clarice's interest in Jack was piqued.

"Jack, can you send Bella, Ray, and Hunter to their schools?" Clarice asked. Their universities were located close to each other and it would be easy to drop them off in one go.

Jack nodded. "Sure."

Clarice and her friends piled into the BMW before it started up and drove off.

Bella had lent her Volkswagen MINI to one of the women, so she was one of the passengers in Jack's car. The car ride was silent. Jack focused on driving while the others stayed quiet. Everyone was still processing the fact that Jack suddenly owned a Bentley and was known by the title, "Mr. Holland". It was especially uncomfortable for Ray and Hunter. They couldn't initiate a conversation with Jack and fidgeted in their seats.

In the passenger's seat, Bella kept sneaking glances at Jack. Belatedly, she realized she had underestimated this man. Jack had always felt as warm as the sun to her. When exactly did he start owning a Bentley that was worth a small fortune? When did he acquire the title of "Mr. Holland"?

In Bella's eyes, Jack's existence was shrouded in a thick fog. She was even more shaken than when Jack had given his song away to Luca during the vocal showcase.