Isla retreated from the school grounds as fast as she could.

She wanted to run home and hide under a blanket, however, her feet wouldn't let her.

Instead, they took her to the woodlands where the tree was.

She dashed between bushes before skidding to a halt.

There was a girl sitting beside the tree in tears.

The girl turned to her and frowned.

Isla thought her heart might explode.

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