Chapter 1714

Helen turned to Gwen, her tone now resolute. "Ms. Platten, you heard it yourself. Lincoln and Sienna aren't the ones breaking the rules—it's the other students who are isolating them. I believe it's important for you to address this behavior with the rest of the class." Gwen's expression flickered with unease, but she quickly masked it, responding curtly, "I'll look into whether this is really happening. But even if it is, why aren't the other students being singled out? Maybe Lincoln and Sienna should consider if their own behavior is contributing to the situation." "Ms. Platten, what exactly are you implying? Are you suggesting that the victims somehow caused this themselves?" Helen's anger flared, prepared to challenge the accusation. Before the tension could rise any further, Lincoln cut in, "Mom, what if Nana and I just take a leave of absence? That way, no one has to deal with any of this." The daily commute to and from school felt like a complete waste. If Lincoln could cut