The First Encounter in the Cafeteria

I remember sitting in the cafeteria when Tyler slid into the seat across from her, smirking.
“Do what I say, and you’ll have my protection,” he sneered.
Sofia didn’t answer. But under the table, I noticed her fists tighten.
The next day, Tyler and his gang cornered her by the stairs.
“I won’t cry,” she said firmly.
Tyler burst out laughing, convinced she was weak. From then on, the taunts and cruel tricks only grew worse.
