A ripple went through the crowd, murmurs of surprise and admiration. Anna’s revelation was unexpected, and it shifted the power dynamic entirely. The bully, caught off guard, struggled to maintain his composure.

“You think anyone cares about your sob story?” he spat, though his voice lacked its previous confidence.

Anna’s gaze never wavered. “It’s not a sob story; it’s the truth. We’re all tired of your tyranny. This school deserves a better environment, one where kindness and respect prevail. And it starts with standing up to bullies like you.”