Haven’t done anything? — the bully leaned in closer, his massive figure looming over her. — Then who ratted me out to the principal?

— But you beat up that boy… his arm was broken, — Anna whispered.

— That’s none of your business, — he snapped.

The crowd giggled, waiting for the climax. Everyone thought the girl had already accepted her humiliation. The boy stepped closer:

— On your knees.

The noise around them grew louder, everyone eager to see the spectacle. Anna lowered her head slightly, and it seemed as if she really was going to obey.