Back to class

As Alexa and Megan returned to class, everyone was done with their test, the desks rearranged in their usual order and there was a wet sign on the spot where Alexa had wet her pants. And it was clear that it had been mopped meaning the custodian had cleaned it. Alexa’s face turned red at the embarrassing idea of someone having to call the custodians to clean up an accident.

“Ms Johnson, come here. Right now,” Mrs Beach said.

Megan pulled Alexa to the front of the class in front of the whiteboard. Alexa gulped as Mrs Beach looked her up and down. “I can’t believe a student of mine would wet themselves in the middle of my class. I chose to teach seniors because they’re all adults, not toddlers.”

“Yes, ma’am. I’m sorry, ma’am,” Alexa said.

“Now, get back to your seat,” Mrs Beach said.

Alexa nodded as she started walking forward.