Sofia stood taller, her demeanor transforming from timid to commanding. The hallway, once filled with laughter, grew silent as if the air itself was holding its breath. Tyler, who had always thrived on fear and chaos, faltered for the first time. His smug expression faded, replaced by a flicker of uncertainty.
The students watched, transfixed, as Sofia spoke with a voice that was steady and powerful. “You think you’re strong by making others feel weak, Tyler. But real strength isn’t about fear. It’s about standing up for yourself and for others.”
