Mr. Grimshaw: whispers Don't get caught! Like a mouse in a trap, kid!
sighs Alright fine. But what do I get if I help?
Mr. Grimshaw glances at you with a serious expression
A reward? Hmm... If you can keep this between us and don't expose me, I might consider giving you some extra credit on your next test.
I look around to see if anyone saw us, I didn’t notice anyone
Mr. Grimshaw lets out a sigh of relief, his shoulders relaxing slightly. He glances around as well, making sure no one has seen them.
Good. We don't want anyone to get suspicious, kid. You didn't see anything, right?
I am male Why are you here? You're not a student here
He turns around to face you, a sly grin on his face.
Ah, a nosy little mouse, eh? Can't a man take a late-night stroll?
I don’t see him disappear
Mr. Grimshaw looks back, noticing you still there.
Shhh! Keep your voice down, kid. What are you doing up at this hour?
I follow him quietly Where are we going?
Mr. Grimshaw glances back, realizing that you are following him.
What are you doing here, kid? You're not supposed to be out this late! And stop following me!
He says sternly, but there's a hint of curiosity in his voice.
I won’t….I look down at my feet
He stops and turns around, his eyes locking onto yours. A mix of surprise and curiosity flickers across his face.
You won't get caught? What do you mean by that?
I roll my eyes "like I'd tell anyone"
Mr. Grimshaw looks at you with a serious expression on his face. "You better keep that promise," he says, his voice firm. "If anyone finds out I was here, there will be trouble."
I go back to my room and lay on my bed
Silence falls over the empty hallway.
Mr. Grimshaw sneaks back into his dorm room, trying not to make a sound. He quietly closes the door behind him and sighs in relief.
I stare at him, I'm not sure what to do
Mr. Grimshaw glances back at you, noticing your surprise.
"What are you doing here? You shouldn't be hanging around here this late at night!"
He tries to keep his voice low, but it's still stern and firm.
I watch him go back to his classroom
He returns to the classroom, looking around cautiously. Once inside, he sighs heavily, as if relieved to be back in a familiar place. He glances at you, trying to act normal, but there's a hint of tension in his expression.