Madison was brought into the office.
For the first time all day, she was not smiling.
Her father stood beside her.
Principal Harris sat silently.
Daniel looked at Emma.
You dont have to say anything if you dont want to.
Emma shook her head.
I do.
She looked directly at Madison.
You kept doing it because you thought I wouldnt tell anyone.
Madison looked away.
Emma continued.
You told me nobody would believe me.
Her voice shook.
You were right for a while.
Principal Harris lowered his eyes.
Emma looked at him next.
I asked adults for help.
You kept telling me it wasnt serious.
Daniel watched his daughter carefully.
Emma was still nervous.
But she did not stop.
Then yesterday I started believing maybe I was the problem.
Daniel immediately said.
You werent.
Emma nodded.
I know that now.
The school security officer placed another phone on the desk.
Several students had submitted additional videos.
One showed Madison taking Emmas backpack.
Another showed her blocking Emma in the hallway.
Principal Harris stared at the evidence.
There was no longer anything to minimize.
Daniel looked around the office.
Now you can handle it.
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