The math instructor, dressed in trendy attire, felt startled when Ariel entered her classroom accompanied by the principal and other administrative staff for an unannounced observation. No one had informed her of this visit.
However, when she witnessed Orion and the other officials deferentially nodding and bowing toward the striking, tall gentleman at their center, recognition dawned on her.
"Settle down, everyone. Sit up straight," she instructed her murmuring students.
This had to be Harold, the influential figure whose reputation preceded him throughout Clearwater. His unexpected appearance caught her off guard.
Her curious gaze fell upon the two girls leading the group, identifying one as her student. She also spotted Ariel trailing behind with downcast eyes, and the pieces began falling into place.
Being merely a minor faculty member at Clearwater High School with little standing among her colleagues, she chose to avoid unnecessary involvement.
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Phoebe's POV
