Chapter 6

“So, are you admitting the accusation that you attacked Ms. Mills?”

“N-no! I mean yes, I did attack her but it's because she shamed me in front of many people and grabbed my hair first!”

“Ms. Witts, I have known Ms. Mills for so long. An heiress from a high-status family cannot start a violent altercation such as this.”

“I'm sorry, Mr. Principal. You have to believe me! I'm saying the truth. I don't want any trouble in the first place.”

“How ironic, Ms. Witts. You never want to get involved in trouble but here we are having this conversation after a brawl.”

“Mr. Principal, I-“

“Of which, Ms. Witts, you started according to many people present during the incident. “

It's so obvious. They are covering up for Emma. Is it because I am not part of a notable family like her? This isn't fair!

You see the Headmaster summons the principal. You cannot help but feel anxious thinking you will cause trouble for Luke.

“Could this day get any worse?”

“You are an excellent student, Ms. Witts. However, not as remarkable as someone deserving of the Headmaster's memory. And then, this happens.”

What is Mr. Principal trying to say? Having good grades is already making someone remarkable, especially if they worked hard for it.

Good grades and good looks are not enough.

However, not as remarkable as someone deserving of the Headmaster's memory. And then, this happens.

“What do you mean, Mr. Principal?”

“I mean no harm, Ms. Witts. I just want you to understand why I come up with my decision.”

“There is no need for Ms. Witts to be present here. “

“To tell you, Ms. Witts, it is your words against the witnesses'. You must be held accountable for your actions.”

What? Me? How about Emma?

“I will take responsibility for my actions, but how about Emma?”

“The school administration will not reprimand Ms. Mills. It turns out that it was you who attacked first, even though she hurt you too.”

“Isn't that unfair, Mr. Principal? Both parties harmed the other. Although it was not my intention to hurt her.”

“Witness accounts are considered, Ms. Witts. I am trying to be objective and impartial. I hope you understand the case, Ms. Witts.”

“You just say that you want to hear us out but you do not listen!”

“Oh yeah?! Now tell me what about Emma? What consequences does she need to face?”

“Enough! Don't you dare accuse the school authorities of being biased? Watch your words, Ms. Witts.”

“I don't mean to offend you, I just want my side of the story to be heard.”

“and you were heard, Ms. Witts, you know that. I cannot upset them further. I know it's not smart for me to do right now.”

“I think there is nothing that I can say that would convince you, sir.”

“Are you trying to be sarcastic?”

“I tried to explain my side. But who am I compared to Emma to be listened to?”

“It is what it is. Emma gets away with it. And I will always be the helpless one.”

“MS. Witts, the decision is final and irrevocable.”

They have made up their mind. I am left with no choice.

What about, dad? I can't forgive myself for putting him in this situation.

“Call your guardian, Ms. Witts. Your guardian should be held accountable as well.”

“I don't mean to do that, Mr. Principal. “

“You are scared that your guardian will know you caused trouble. Is that it?”

“No, Mr. Principal.”

“How can say it to the principal? Just because I got into a fight, my father will show up at school?”

“You see, Mr. Principal. I was not sure if my guardian can come here today.”

“If your guardian cannot come after school, you should prepare yourself.”

Prepare myself? for what, Mr. Principal?”

“Prepare to spend the night at school, Ms. Witts. You cannot leave the school without your guardian.”

Suddenly, I feel an overwhelming fear all over my body. It was a moment of panic.

“What?! Me? To spend the night?! Here?! Seriously?!”

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Luke Witts comes back home after work and he comes looking for me.

“I'm home! Where's my girl? Is she in her room?”