The Unexpected Visitor
The classroom door opened. Standing there was the same woman from the street—her eyes still red from tears—and beside her was the principal. The woman’s voice rang clear for everyone to hear:
— “This boy saved my son’s life today. I came to tell you all what a brave and thoughtful child he is. Not every kid his age would have done what he did.”
The room went silent. The teacher froze, speechless. The principal stepped forward and handed the boy a small box. Inside was a brand-new e-book reader.
— “You did the right thing,” the principal said gently. “We are all proud of you.”
The teacher, pale and shaken, looked at him and whispered softly:
— “I’m sorry… I didn’t know…”
