Emily. "...have I answered your question, Julian?" I asked with a warm smile on my face as I crouched down in front of my pupil. His eyes glistened as he nodded and scurried back to his seat. "Mrs. Carter.." A familiar voice echoed, and I lifted my head, straightening my back upright. "See me in my office... now, " the headmistress ordered and turned away immediately. My pulse throbbed at the base of my throat. I knew Sophie's crazy outburst this morning would result in something much worse than the mere whispers amongst the parents and teachers. "Alright, class... keep yourselves busy with the class work I gave, and I'll be back before you know it.." I said as I walked out of the class. I hadn’t walked a few steps before bumping into a new face in the hallway. I helped her with

