Gemotions

The memory of Mrs. Hawthorne's pinched face and disapproving glare flooded Liam's mind. The woman had always dismissed him, always considered him to be an underachiever, a slacker. His own son, Sam, now had to deal with this woman’s condescension. A bitter taste coated his tongue.

He began by helping Sam with his homework, but it wasn't just help. It was a meticulous process of checking, rechecking, ensuring everything was flawless. He encouraged Sam to participate in class, to excel. He wanted Sam to be the model student, the one Mrs. Hawthorne could never criticize.