Third person pov:

Evelyn made her way to her office as usual, keeping her face stern, the expression that commanded respect from the students. She strutted confidently down the hallway, nodding politely as students greeted her, though her smile barely touched her eyes. It wasn't until she reached the corner by her office that she allowed herself a moment of relief, exhaling deeply as the tension in her shoulders eased.

Once at her office door, she rummaged through her bag, ...