- J O S H U A -
The principal called my mother after finals, regarding the fact that I beat up a kid. I went home that day with my hands in a bandage and an ice pack pressed on my cheek and eye.
I lied again, told her that gym class went overboard with the self defense techniques.
She bought it.
I'm sorry mom.
Now here we are, waiting for the principal to call us as he's talking with Mark and his parents. I bounce my legs in nervousness until mom put a hand on my knee comfortingly.
She retreated her hand when I stopped and gave me a soft smile.
She forgave me for shouting at her last week and now we're back to normal. But, I still haven't forgiven myself for the pain I caused her.
"Mrs. Michaels, you're ready."
The both of us stood up as Mark went out with his parents, looking def
