Mr. Dela Cruz’s expression hardened. “Rico… where did you get this?”
Rico’s voice cracked. “Sir—hindi ko alam—”
The principal slammed his hand on the desk. “Enough. We already had one case with outsiders and threats. Now you bring drugs into the situation?”
Rico’s face drained.
Ms. Alvarado looked at me. “Shun… you anticipated this?”
I answered honestly. “I expected another frame attempt.”
The discipline officer stared at me like I was a puzzle. “So you set a trap?”
I kept my tone respectful. “I set a camera.”
Mr. Dela Cruz exhaled slowly. “Good. Very good.”
Then he turned to Rico. “Call your parents. Now.”
Rico started shaking. “Sir… please… hindi ko alam—”
Mr. Dela Cruz’s eyes were ice. “You will be suspended pending investigation. And if this involves illegal substances, we w
