Chapter 272

"Teacher," Elaine straightened up as she replied. Dylan sneered, "Wow, look who's suddenly trying to play the grown-up." Zachary Cole followed up with a mocking threat, "You'd better step aside unless you want to catch a stray hit." Talking to these two felt like dealing with street punks instead of students. Elaine honestly wondered, were they even still students? "Go ahead, take a swing if you dare." Elaine casually stepped between them, not the least bit intimidated. Dylan scowled, all aggressive. "Back off. I don't hit women." Elaine stepped closer and shot back, "Watch your mouth. And when you ask someone to move, try saying 'please.'" "Then please, get lost," Dylan snapped, refusing to back down. A bunch of students were gathered around watching, and most of them looked stunned by Elaine's stance. It had been a while since they'd seen a teacher actually step in. Usually, the ones who tried didn't last long. Elaine scanned the crowd coldly, then barked, "Back to your seats. Now."