195. Trapped In A Web

As Daniel and Leonard hurriedly approached the main buildings of their school, the bell chimed its final warning, signaling that they were, once again, late for their first class. The sun had already risen high in the sky, casting long shadows on the pavement as they quickened their pace.

Their footsteps echoed in the empty corridor as they reached the entrance, their heavy backpacks bouncing with every step. Just as they were about to step inside, the stern and imposing figure of the schoolkeeper, came into view. He was a tall, burly man with a perpetually furrowed brow, known for his strict adherence to school rules.

The older man's eyes narrowed his eyes as he saw the two boys approaching. With a determined stride, he closed the gap between them and crossed his arms, blocking their path.

"Why are you two late again?" he barked, his voice filled with irritation.

Leonard, who had been nervously glancing around, now stifled a chuckle. Daniel shot him a puzzled look, wondering why his