CORRIE

"I'm here." I could barely catch my own breath. My palms perch on my thighs, I squat down, hoping it would be easier for me to breathe after running all the way from the Villa.

After yesterday night, I slumped into a deep sleep and woke up late. The moment I woke up, I swiftly took my bath, had one banana in my mouth and bolt out. I didn't even get to make Emmette's breakfast.

"Mrs Nash. You're late." The head teacher spat, her tone laced with venom.

"I'm sorry. It won't happen again." I gasped in little breaths, my back straightened, my eye met hers that was filled...