Jamesâ face froze, and he awkwardly attempted a smile.
âI apologize for my hasty words before understanding the situation fully.
Miss Clarkson, kindly accompany us to our office.
â
Despite sensing an inexplicable hostility from him, I chose not to engage in an argument and simply nodded in agreement.
We walked to the office together.
Once inside, James piped up before anyone could speak.
âWhen will you release Jayla?â
Caleb arched an eyebrow, intentionally leaving Jamesâ question unanswered as he shot back, âAnd why, exactly, should I release her?â
âThatâs right.
Do you want her to continue wreaking havoc?â Carlos added.
Jamesâ face darkened as he somberly objected, âJayla didnât harm anyone.
Sure, she panicked yesterday and fled, neglecting the children, but that doesnât make her a danger to others.
You canât just lock her up because she offended Debra.
â
Confusion began to cloud my mind.
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Why was James so stubborn about defending Jayla? Truth be told, Jaylaâs actions had already damaged the kindergartenâs reputation.
In most cases, the headmaster would have promptly dismissed her.
In a hushed voice, I probed, âCarlos, is there any connection between
Jayla and James?â
âJayla is Jamesâ niece,â he answered.
Ah, now it made sense.
It hit me like a lightning bolt.
That was why James treated me with such hostility when he arrived a moment ago.
Carlos leaned in, his voice barely a whisper, âYou shouldnât underestimate James.
Heâs connected within the pack, not just as the headmaster of this kindergarten but also oversees numerous schools within Thorn Edge Pack.
His ancestor was one of the packâs founding members, and even Calebâs father shows him respect.
If James insists on protecting Jayla, we might not be able to administer severe punishment.
â
Nervousness began to pick at my nerves.
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If Jayla was let off the hook, sheâd be free to spread the word about what happened yesterday-exposing my carefully guarded secret.
Sensing my anxiety, Carlos tried to reassure me, âDonât worry.
Caleb has taken precautions.
â
âWhat has he done?â I asked eagerly.
âYouâll see soon.
As expected, Calebâs reply was swift.
He wasted no time in dropping the bombshell.
âItâs not just Debra that your niece offended; thereâs more to the story.
â
Just then, the office door swung open and the school doctor walked in.
He was responsible for the childrenâs treatment the previous day.
He handed James a record of prescribed medicines and a List of medications purchased, his face tight and expression grave.