"Kimberly, Bethany and Ariana. You're late. Do you have a valid explanation for your lateness?" Miss Katrina questioned, her eyes peering into their faces as she awaited their explanation.

"Erm... Ma'am. My car broke down and I had to call my mechanic." Ariana scratched her head and lied blatantly. She was bad at lying and she knew it.

The woman adjusted her glasses and frowned. Of course, she knew she was lying. "You can go to your seats. I will overlook this issue because it's actually the first time you're late to my class."

"Thank you ma'am." They expressed their gratitude and took to their seats. The lecturer resumed teaching...