Synopsis

The coach’s whistle cut through the afternoon air, a sharp counterpoint to the joyous shouts of the players. He watched them run, a familiar warmth spreading through him – the satisfaction of guiding young athletes, the thrill of the game. But lately, a disquiet had settled within him, a nagging unease that refused to be dismissed. Principal Pearson’s summons had done little to alleviate it. The principal's face was grim, his usual jovial demeanor replaced by a tight-lipped seriousness. “I’v