An unexpected audience
Silence followed my outburst, the boys’ expressions shifting to blank stillness, as if they’d been caught in the act. The tension hung heavy in the air, almost tangible. Just then, the principal rounded the corner, his gaze sharp and assessing as he took in the scene. His arrival was like a sudden change in the weather, chilling the moment and rooting everyone in place. The boys’ friends fidgeted uneasily, their earlier bravado fading as they retreated into the background.
An Unexpected Audience
Into the principal’s office
The principal’s voice was firm and unwavering: “In my office. Now.” The boy’s defiant expression faltered as he cast a quick glance at his friends. Nearby, a teacher sighed and muttered, “It’s about time,” shaking her head in disapproval. No further words were needed—he knew he’d been caught. Reluctantly, he trailed after the principal, while his friends shifted awkwardly, their laughter fading into uneasy silence.
Into The Principal’s Office
