“Thus you will learn not to challenge those who are above you.
A moment later, the scissors closed their leaves.
The heavy braid fell to the ground.
A deep silence enveloped the entire courtyard.
The colonel stared at the young woman.
I was hoping to see her cry.
I was hoping to see her collapse.
I was hoping he’d beg forgiveness.
But none of that happened.
Ana didn’t even move.
His face remained serene.
He kept looking ahead, like nothing had happened.
That unexpected calm further enraged the colonel.
He took a step towards her.
Do you really think you are someone special?
The young woman did not respond.
You are nothing but a simple recruit.
