She Fell In Love With A Gateman Who Owns The University

She Fell In Love With A Gateman Who Owns The University

Good morning, sir.  Good morning. How are you today?  I’m fine. Just hoping I survive my first lecture.  Then you’d better get there early.  Morning.  Morning. Your ID card?  Here it is.  Good. Have a productive day.  Thank you.  You always arrive before everyone else. Now, hurry. Class won’t wait.

  That’s true.  Guys, slow down.  What’s wrong?  Nothing.  Seriously, I don’t feel like carrying these.  Then who will?  Oh, I see what you’re doing.  Gateman,  Yes?  PICK THOSE UP.  [laughter]  THAT’S your job, isn’t it?  Looks like it.  It’s all right.  Look how fast he moved.  [singing]  At least someone is useful today.

 [laughter]  Make sure you don’t miss any. Good. We paid enough school fees already.  Here are your books.  About time.  I thought we’d grow old waiting.  Anything else?  No.  You’ve embarrassed yourself enough.  [laughter]  Let’s go.  See you tomorrow, gateman.  Excuse me. Yes? What happened over there? Those students were making fun of the gateman.

Why would Why would they do that? Because nobody stops them. That’s cruel. You’ll get used to it. Wait.   There’s still one book here. I think they forgot this.  Oh, thanks. I’ll take care of it.  No problem.  Thank you.  You’re welcome.  Most Most would walk past. Most people aren’t me.   You must be new here.

 Is it that obvious?  A little.  How can you tell?  Because older students rarely stop to talk to me.  Well, now one of them has.  And I’m glad she did.  Why didn’t you stand up for yourself?  Against who?  Those students.  Not every battle is worth fighting.  But they humiliated you.

 Only if I allow it to hurt me. You’re different. People say that a lot.  Look, that car again. It must be him.  [cheering]  Damian is here, the king of the campus.  Morning, everyone.  Morning, Damian.  [singing]  Looking sharp as always.  Who’s that?  New student.  Don’t tell me you’re staring at a girl again.

 Not just any girl.  The new student? What’s her name?  Nobody knows yet.  But she must be special.  She ignored me.  That’s what got your attention, isn’t it?  For the first time in this school, someone wasn’t impressed. Make sure she notices me.  What’s that?  You can sit here if you want.  [singing]  Thank you.

First day? Is it that obvious? Only first-year students sit this movie.  [singing]  Um I’m trying not to get lost. Trust me, everybody gets lost at first. I’m Sarah Finegold. Chloe. So, how’s your first day going?  Strange.   Strange how?  I watched some students humiliate the gate man.

 Ethan? You know him?  Everyone knows him.  He seems different.  Different? Different? Very different.  Hurry up. We’re going to miss him. Miss who? Let me guess.  What’s happening? You know, the guy from the library. Oh, let’s go. This is the campus madness about the rich boy. Damien is outside. What was that about?  Damien, I loved your speech last week.

[music]  Thank you.  I love your outfit. You always inspire us.  I appreciate the support.  Are you attending the student gala?  Of course. I will add it to my schedule.  You’re everyone’s favorite.  Careful. You’re making me sound important. Ladies, excuse me for a moment.  Where are you going?  I’ll be right back.

Ladies, excuse me for a moment.  Where are you going?  I’ll be right back.  Oh my goodness, he’s coming for you. What? He’s coming this way. And? That’s Damien Cole, every student crush. Should I be worried?  Hello, fine girl.  Hello.  I’m Damien Cole. Nice to meet you.  I’m Yasmin.  Hi.  I’ve never seen you around before.

 I’m new here.  That explains it.  Explains what?  Why I would have remembered you. Would you like me to show you around campus?  That’s kind of you.  [laughter]  Then it’s a yes?  Actually, no.  No?  I prefer discovering places myself.  Most people don’t turn me down.  Hustler. Then today is your lucky day.

 [screaming]  She rejected you.  I don’t believe it.  Neither do I.  Should we be worried?  No.  You look disappointed.  I’m interested.  Because she said no?  Exactly.  Thank you, my son.  It’s fine, Ma. These bags are heavier than they look.  It’s no trouble. He’s very kind, isn’t he?  Let me carry them to the taxi.

 May God bless you.  You’re very kind.  The world needs more people like you.  The world already has enough.  You do this a lot, don’t you?  Do what?  Help people.  Only when I can.  Most people would have walked away.  And leave an old woman carrying all those bags?  You make it sound simple.

Kindness usually is simple.  Then why is it so rare?  Because many people are busy being noticed. Have you always worked here?  For a while.  Do you enjoy it?  A job is what you make of it.  That’s an unusual answer.  That’s an unusual answer.   Most truths are unusual.  You speak like a lecturer.

 And you ask too many questions. Isn’t that the new girl?  Yes, I can see her also. Who’s she talking to?  The gateman.  Ethan.  Yeah, that’s him.  I wonder what they’re saying.  Looks like they’re enjoying the conversation. Interesting.  What?  Nothing. Chloe.  Damien.  Can I ask you something?  Depends on the question.

 The new girl, Serafina.  What about her?  [singing and music]  Is she seeing anyone?  Is that all what you wanted [crying] to ask?  That’s your question?  Do you know the answer? Are you Serafina Blake?  Yes, and you are?  These were left for you.   For me?  From a secret admirer.

 Oh, wow. Thank you. Singular?  Yes, for you. Your name was on the card.  Have a beautiful day.  Lucky you.  Who sent them?  Damien Cole.  Oh.  That’s all you’re going to say?  What else should I say?  Most girls would be screaming.  I’m not most girls. They’re beautiful flowers. They’re still just flowers.

 I hope you like them.  Oh, you mean the flowers?  Yes.  Yeah, they were lovely.  I’m glad.  And thank you.  I’m glad.  Thank you for the gesture. Just the gesture. What else should it be?  Most people appreciate gifts.  I appreciate them.  Then, what’s the problem?  Gifts don’t tell me who a person is.

 And what does?  People’s character is more important to me than their money.  You’re hard to impress.  Maybe you’re trying to impress the wrong things. [crying]  Ethan. Can you help me with this form?  Of course.  Thank you very much.  [music and singing]  Is something wrong?  No. Just thinking.

About what? Sometimes people spend so much time like talking and they forget to listen.  There he is again. Who are you talking about? Ethan? Do you mean the gatesman? Yes.   I mean Ethan. Why are you smiling? I honestly don’t know. Run, the rain is getting heavier. My notes are getting soaked.

 Forget the notes, save yourself. Oh, no. We should have left earlier. I didn’t think it would rain this hard. Come on, let’s get to the cafeteria. It’s too far. This is a disaster. My books are already soaked. I’m heading for that building. Go ahead. What about you? I’ll catch up. Serafina! This can’t be happening. Please don’t get ruined.

Oh, no. Great. This is great. Why is today becoming so difficult? There has to be somewhere nearby. What?   You look like you’re losing a battle.  Ethan?  Last time I checked, books couldn’t swim.   Very funny.  You’re completely drenched.  I noticed.  And who is sheltering you?  I guess   nobody.

 Then it’s a good thing I came along.  Looks like it.   Come on, there’s a shelter nearby.  This umbrella is huge.  Occupational requirement.  For a gate man?   For surviving students who ignore weather forecasts.  You always have an answer ready.  And you always have another question.

  Curiosity can be dangerous. Dangerous how?  Sometimes the more you learn about people  What happens?  The harder it becomes to forget them.  Can I ask you something?  You usually do.  What did you want to become growing up?  That’s an interesting question. When I was younger, I wanted to build anything something that would outlive me.

 A company?  Maybe. Maybe that, too.  You still haven’t answered.  Some dreams are better discussed after they’re accomplished.  Leave that keeping you serious. You’re different from everyone I’ve met here.  Different isn’t always a compliment.  In your case, it is.  Most students barely notice me.

 That’s their mistake.  Why?  I see they only see the you they see.  And what do you see? Honestly?  [singing]  Someone worth knowing.  Isn’t that Serafina?  Yes.  Who’s she with?  The gate man again.   They seem comfortable together.  I can see that.  Why does that bother you?  It doesn’t.

  You’re lying.  You’ve been quiet all day.  Have I?  You know you have. What does she see in him?  Who?  Ethan.  Maybe she’s just being friendly.  No.  Then what is it?  Whatever it is, I’m going to find out. Ethan.   Good morning. I need a favor. Carry these boxes to my car.

They’re not very heavy. That’s not the point. People should know their place. And what place is that? Answer the question. A person’s position doesn’t define their value. That’s easy to say. No.   It’s easy to forget. The same people you look down on today may be the ones you need tomorrow.   Did you hear what Ethan just said? I couldn’t believe it.

 He wasn’t afraid of Damian at all. And he never even raised his voice.  That’s what surprised me the most.  If it were me, I would have argued.  Instead,   he just walked away.  Sometimes silence speaks louder than shouting. How can someone stay that calm after being embarrassed?  Maybe he’s stronger than we think.

  Ethan.  Good afternoon.  Can we talk?  Of course.  I’m sorry.  For what?  For how people treat you here.  You didn’t do anything.  It still bothers me. It still bothers me.  Tony Bingham and Karen said I don’t belong here.  Maybe it’s Don’t you ever get tired?  Of what?  Being underestimated.

 People only see what they’re ready to see.  Doesn’t that hurt?  Only if I let their opinions become my identity.  I wish more people thought like that. Like a style statement.  What’s that? The loudest people aren’t always the strongest.  [music and singing] [screaming]  You dropped something important.

Always in a hurry.  Oh, thank you.  Excuse me.  Ethan.   Looking for this?  Oh my goodness. I didn’t even realize it was missing.  That’s because you were busy thinking.  You noticed?  Then I’m back to  Thank you. Well, looks like you keep rescuing me.  Damien. Look over there.

 They’re laughing together.  I’ve never seen you ignored like this. She’s wasting her time.   Is she?  A gateman?   Should know his limits. Maybe she’s choosing character over status. We’ll see how long that lasts. Ethan, we need to talk. I’m listening. Somewhere private. Stay away from Serafina.

 Why? Because she’s out of your league. Did she ask you to tell me that?   She hasn’t have to. Then I’ll wait till I hear from her. What happened?   He refused to listen. The gateman? He acts like he has nothing to lose. Maybe he doesn’t. Everybody has a weakness. He’s pretending nothing happened.

No, he’s testing my patience.  Can I ask you something?  That depends.  Why do you smile every time Ethan’s name comes up?  I do not.  Really? Then why are you blushing?  I’m not blushing.  You are.  He’s just different.  That’s usually how it starts. You’re impossible. So, you don’t like him?  I didn’t say that.

 Interesting.  I barely know him.  Yet you always notice when he’s around.  He’s kind and handsome.  [laughter]  Let’s change the subject.  You just answered my question answering it. You’re a terrible friend. I’m just sorry for falling for the university gate man.  Excuse me, please.

 I’ve been looking for the engineering auditorium for almost 20 minutes. I think I’m completely lost.  Take your time. Where’s your timetable?  Oh, here it is.  You’re actually very close. Walk past the library, turn left at the bottom of the stairs, and you’ll see the auditorium.  We have you walking in circles every new student.

 Thank you so much. Most people just ignored me, though.  Never be afraid to ask for directions. One question can save you an hour.  I’ll remember that.  There you go again.  What?  Watching Ethan. Look at him. He treats everyone with the same respect, whether they’re rich or completely lost.

 You notice everything about him. Kindness like that is rare. You know, I don’t think you’re just admiring him anymore.  Good afternoon, sir.  Good afternoon, Ethan.   Everything peaceful today?  Very peaceful, sir. The students are settling in well.  Excellent. Keep up the good work.   Have a pleasant meeting, sir.

 Thank you.   Did you see that?  See what?  The chairman.  What about him?  The way he greeted Ethan.  It didn’t seem ordinary.  I’ve never paid attention.  Neither had I. Until now. Can I ask you something?  Sure.  Does the chairman always greet Ethan like that?  Honestly, I’ve seen them speak before, but I never thought much about it.

 Not that I know of.  Does anyone know why?  Maybe Ethan has worked here for many years.  Maybe A  Good evening, Serafina. I was hoping I’d find you.  Hello, Damian. What’s going on?  The student charity gala is tomorrow night. I’d like you to come with me.  Oh, I’d love to. Do you mean as your date, Ethan?  If you will allow me.

 I’ll attend, Ethan.  But only as friends.  I’m leaving now. There’s a charity gala tomorrow.  That sounds important.  Damian invited me. I finally agreed.  I hope you enjoy yourself.  Also, came to that. Thank you. Have a peaceful evening, Ethan.  And may yours be unforgettable.

Hello. Yes. I’m still on campus. No. Let’s keep everything exactly as planned. There’s no need to rush anything. I understand. Tomorrow evening I’ll be there. Everything has its time.  Good night, Ethan.  Good night. We’ve arrived. I’ll wait here, sir.   Careful with those lights. They need to face the stage.

 Got it.  Move the flowers a little to the left. Everything has to look perfect tonight. Has the guest list been confirmed?  Yes, ma’am. The VIP guests should start arriving in less than an hour.  What about the special men? Does anyone know that is?   I’ve never seen the university prepare for an event like this.

That’s because tonight is different. Everyone knows.  Make sure the VIP table is spotless. No mistakes tonight.  Everything is under control.  You’ve gone all out for this event. Tonight has to be unforgettable. Because of Serafina? You’re smarter than you look. Do you think she’ll finally say yes? After the rainy night, she’ll realize we’re meant to be together.

Is that Serafina? She looks incredible.  I told you that dress would turn heads. Now you’re making me nervous. Relax. You’re easily the most beautiful lady here tonight.  Damien is one lucky guy. Good evening. You look absolutely stunning.  Thank you. You clean up nicely, too.  May I?  Yes.  [screaming]  Now that’s a perfect couple.

 Tonight is going to change everything.  Let’s just enjoy the evening.  Good evening, sir. Welcome.  Thank you.  Evening, young man. Have a wonderful evening.   You’re still working while everyone is enjoying the gala.  Everyone has their moment. Mine simply hasn’t arrived yet.  [singing]  Who’s that?  Good evening, Mr. Kingsley.

Your presence is requested.  Did he just call the gate man Mr. Kingsley?  Thank you. I’ll be there shortly.  What was that about? I have no idea.  Everything has been prepared. We’re only waiting for you. Excellent. Give me a few more minutes. Yes, sir. Since when do chauffeurs wait for gatemen?  [cheering]  Ladies and gentlemen, good evening.

Thank you all for honoring our invitation. This charity gala was organized to celebrate generosity, unity, and excellence.  [cheering]  I sincerely appreciate everyone who contributed to making tonight a success. I promise, the best part of tonight is still to come.  What’s he doing here? Did someone invite the gateman? Maybe he’s here to clean up after the event.

 And so tonight we celebrate Abrotti.   Okay. What exactly are you doing here?  Good evening, Damian. Congratulations on a successful event.  Don’t avoid my question. This gala is for invited guests.  I know.  Then why are you standing here? This evening is for distinguished guests, university executives, important and classy ladies, not the university gateman.

 Did someone invite you?  No one did. I invited myself. I came because I was expected.  Damian, please stop. Everyone is watching.   Good. Let them watch. Before security escorts you out, I’ll give you one chance. Show everyone this invitation you claim to have. What’s wrong? You suddenly have nothing to say? I’ve learned that not every accusation deserves an answer.

 No.  Damian, please. You’re judging invited guests based on their mistakes.  This event is meant for people who have earned a seat at the table, not for employees guarding the gate.  Tell me, how many of you expected to spend tonight dining beside the university gateman?   Sometimes the seat a person occupies says less about them than the way they treat the people around them.

Security, please escort him outside.  Glory came please don’t do this.  Every silent tear found its voice.  We’ll have to ask you  Stop! No one touches this man.  So, there must be a misunderstanding.  Good evening, Mr. Kingsley. Thank you for coming.  Good evening, chairman.   I apologize for arriving a little late.

 Not at all. We’ve all been waiting for you.  Did he just call him Mr. Kingsley?  The chairman is greeting him like an equal.  Ladies and gentlemen, before we continue, allow me to introduce someone very special. Many of you know him only as the humble young man who has faithfully served at this way date.

[music] It is my great honor to introduce the founder, the owner, and the visionary behind Kingsley University, Mr. Ethan Kingsley.  It can’t be.  The gateman owns the university.   Mr. Kingsley, everything is ready. The guests are eager to hear from you. Thank you.

 Let’s not keep them waiting much longer. Your suit, sir, prepared exactly as requested. Thank you. You’ve always been punctual. Your fresh suit is ready, sir.  A title may surprise people, but character is what earns their respect.  Is that Ethan?  He looks completely different.  Now he truly looks like the man who owns this university.

  Serena, are you with me? I understand. Now we will all transfer.  [cheering]  Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Mr. Ethan Kingsley.  Mr. Kingsley, may I say something? Go ahead.   I judged you by your uniform. I mocked you. I mistook you. I treated you as though you were beneath me.

Today I realized it wasn’t the man at the gate. It was my own character. I’m truly sorry. I don’t deserve your forgiveness.  [singing]  But I sincerely ask for it. Damien, I accepted your apology the moment you spoke it. Holding on to anger never changes yesterday, but forgiveness can change tomorrow.

For months, many people looked at my uniform and decided who I was. Very few took the time to know my heart. Never measure a person’s worth by their job, their clothes, or the car they drive. This university was built on one belief, that every human being deserves dignity and respect. It’s an icy night, isn’t it?  I thought I’d find you here.

 I needed a little fresh air. It’s been quite a night.  Can I tell you something?  Of course.  When I first met you, I admired your kindness. Then I admired your humility. Tonight, I discovered you own this university.   Serafina, that’s the most valuable thing anyone has ever said to me.

Shall we walk?  I’d like that.