Chapter 5 - The School Board President Steps Into The Spotlight
Before Principal Henderson could respond, the crowd parted as Arthur Vance, the president of the school board, stepped forward from the back. He adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, looking at Vanessa with eyes as cold as arctic ice after witnessing the entire shameful display.
“Your father’s donations do not purchase immunity from bullying and property destruction at this academy, young lady,” Mr. Vance stated authoritatively. Vanessa flinched, recognizing the man who held direct veto power over her family's corporate sponsorships in the district.
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“Mr. Vance, please, I was just having a bad morning; it was only a joke!” Vanessa stammered, her tough facade completely dissolving into tears.
“Cruelty like this is never a joke, and it has no place in our educational community,” Mr. Vance added, turning his back on her.
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