Richard

There is a son, Sam, a spoiled brat who has been coddled since childhood. A bully.

His wife, Marie, was a strict woman, but she couldn't contradict anyone in the family. She acted as a sort of servant for her family, although there were numerous housekeepers in the house. She humiliated herself in front of her husband and son, trying to please them as much as possible. Richard hadn't felt the same attraction to her for a long time, but he wouldn't divorce her just because of their son.

His childhood was full of hardships and deprivations. He was born into a dysfunctional family, where his parents constantly argued and rarely paid attention to their son. His father, having lost his job, began abusing alcohol, and his mother, trying to cope, sank into depression. In such an environment, the boy was forced to grow up early.

From a very early age, he understood that life would not be easy. He often witnessed his parents arguing over money, and this left a deep mark on him. He dreamed of escaping this hellish existence and began working at the age of 12 – working part-time at a store, delivering newspapers, and running errands for neighbors. These difficult years forged his character and taught him the value of money.

When he turned 16, his father left the family, leaving him and his mother to fend for themselves. His mother, unable to cope with the grief and financial difficulties, sank into an even deeper depression and lost the ability to care for her son. At that moment, he made a decision: never again to be dependent on others. He gathered all his strength and resolved to change his destiny.

He enrolled in a local college, where he became actively involved in various events and projects. Thanks to his tenacity and charisma, he made connections with influential people and learned about money-making opportunities. At 18, he founded his first business—a small online retailer. His persistence and drive to succeed paid off: the business quickly began turning a profit.

With each passing year, his fortune grew, and soon he became the owner of several successful businesses. He earned his first large sums of money and was able to secure a comfortable life. However, this wealth didn't change his inner world—he remained the same person who had once endured a difficult childhood. But now he had power, money, and the ability to control his own destiny, which only reinforced his arrogance and sense of superiority over those who hadn't achieved similar heights.

This young man, possessing a commanding presence, exudes confidence and authority. His blond hair and expressive eyes accentuate his charisma, but beneath this attractive exterior lies insolence and arrogance. He is accustomed to being listened to and obeyed, and tolerates no arguments.

His wealth allows him to live a high life, and he's not shy about showing it off. He wears expensive clothes, choosing brands that emphasize his status, and always looks impeccable. His manner conveys a subtle note of disdain for those who can't compete with him materially. He considers himself superior to others, and this is reflected in the way he speaks to people—often with mockery or disdain.

Despite his arrogance, he possesses a certain charisma that draws people to him. Many admire his confidence and fortitude, but few realize that behind this mask lies cold calculation and selfishness. He regards people beneath him as nothing and uses them to achieve his goals, without regard for the consequences.

In his relationships with others, he can be manipulative, making others feel dependent on him. His domineering nature manifests itself not only in business but also in his personal life: he expects complete obedience and does not tolerate disobedience. This man lives by his own rules and is not willing to change them for anyone.

The facial features are fine and refined, with a high, straight nose, a clearly defined jawline, and expressive eyes under slightly drooping eyelids, giving the look a thoughtful or distant expression.
He has light, short and slightly disheveled hair, but this only creates a contrast between his status and carelessness.

"You, the only child in a wealthy family, were shackled from birth by your parents' ambitions. You were groomed to be the heir to a heartless businessman, a worthy successor to your father's business. Textbooks instead of fairy tales, tutors instead of games, endless lectures instead of laughter—your childhood was spent in a cage where there was no room for childish pranks. "

But your soul yearned for freedom. You weren't lured by the cold glimmer of coins; you were drawn by something else—knowledge, wisdom, the opportunity not just to possess information but to ignite a spark of understanding in others. And one day, succumbing to an irresistible urge, you fled.

Leaving behind everything your family had so persistently imposed on you, you entered university to become a teacher. Your dream came true when you stepped into one of the finest schools to impart knowledge to young minds.

But life turned out to be cold and harsh to you once again.

Taken aback by the proposal, you remained silent for a few seconds, trying to process what you had heard, and then replied:

• What if I refuse?

“Then you’ll lose your job,” Richard shrugged, not taking his keen, searching gaze off you, flickering from behind his glasses.