Ara’s POV
After the chaos unfolds, I'm summoned to the principal's office as one of the student witnesses, because who wouldn’t want to spend their free time under the fluorescent lights of school authority?
Principal Matthews is a rather impeccable middle-aged alpha, a rare breed among his typically disheveled and pot-bellied peers. Perhaps he’s meticulous about his appearance to lead by example—or maybe he just enjoys seeing his reflection in the polished hallways.
As Principal Matthews directs us into a neat line formation, he stands at parade-like attention rather than enjoying the comforts of his principal's chair. His towering frame casts quite the shadow. I watch Oliver, in particular, wrestle with a dramatic swallow, clearly pondering his life choices.
Principal Matthews clear
