As he took a big breath and looked around like he was there to deal with a major crime, the room went quiet.
What was he going to do? Had someone done something very bad?
Mr. Thompson was scared when he saw the school owner when he came in. He said, "Good afternoon, Owner." Thank you, sir. I hope there's no trouble, sir."
"Oh no, I just wanted to know how the new school prefects are doing," the owner said. May I please talk to them? I have gifts for them.
He brought out some candy and other gift things. The prefects traded curious looks but accepted the gifts with smiles.
When he was done, the proprietor asked them to continue with their work. As he left, the strain lessened, but the room was still buzzing with interest.
On their way out, Jared noticed Eve's attitude towards him was
