Stephen locked the door to his office and checked his phone. There was a text there, from Lewis. I’m outside. He stared at the text, slightly puzzled. Did they have plans today? He couldn’t recall anything in particular. Putting his phone in his pocket, he left the school.
He was met with bright July sunshine when he stepped outside, heading for the front gate.
‘Bye, Mr. Godwin!’ said a year eight girl just running by.
‘Goodbye, Alice! See you in PE tomorrow.’
‘Yes, sir!’ The gir