IAN’s POV :

- - - A MONTH LATER - - -

“Alright everyone, have a great winter break. Merry Christmas,”

I said as soon as the clock struck three and the sound of the bell pierced through the air. The kids roared in cheers as they busily grabbed their things and scattered out of the room.

“Merry Christmas, Mr. Hayes,” they said to me as they walked out the door. I nodded and smiled at everyone. 

I was never big into holiday spirits, but this year, things ...