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A Seed of Hope

Author: Sarah Ovvens
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-24 14:34:20

“Ms. Bella, it wasn’t that big of a deal,” Zane muttered, trying to sound tough, though his voice wavered slightly. His attempt at bravado fell flat, betrayed by the uncertainty in his tone.

“It is a big deal,” Ms. Bella said firmly, her voice unwavering. Her tone wasn’t angry, but it carried a calm authority that made every word land with a weight that couldn’t be ignored.

“Violence has consequences, Zane, even in the smallest ways. You can’t just throw punches because you’re mad or frustrated. That’s not how you solve things. You’ve got to figure out a better way to handle your emotions.”

Her words hit Zane like a ton of bricks, each sinking in deeper than the last. The anger bubbling inside him, fueling the fight, suddenly felt small and insignificant. It drained out of him, leaving a heavy mixture of shame and regret. He glanced up at her, his eyes unsure, his voice hesitant.

“I… I didn’t mean to—”

“Enough,” Ms. Bella interrupted, her voice steady but commanding, cutting through h
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