It was a fine day, with a clear blue sky and a gentle breeze. Tamil and his gang members were on their way to school, but they did not care about the beauty of nature. They only cared about having fun at the expense of others. They bullied the elders on the streets, mocking their age and appearance. They harassed the seniors in their school, challenging their authority and respect. They scratched people's cars for fun, leaving behind ugly marks. They knocked on houses and ran away, laughing at the confusion and anger of the residents. They felt no guilt or remorse for their actions. They thought they were invincible and unstoppable.
They reached their school and took their seats in the classroom. The first hour began, but Tamil was not interested in learning anything. He was bored and restless. He started throwing paper's at the girls, hoping to get their attention and reaction. He pretended to be innocent and clueless when they looked around, trying to find the culprit. He enjoyed their frustration and annoyance.
Suddenly, the school principal entered the classroom. Everyone stood up and greeted him with respect, except for Tamil. He remained seated and indifferent. The principal scanned the room with his sharp eyes, looking for any signs of mischief or disobedience. He spotted Tamil, who was still throwing paper balls at the girls. He frowned and said, "Tamil, stand up."
Tamil reluctantly stood up, wondering what the principal wanted from him. The principal said to the rest of the class, "Sit down." He then said to Tamil, "Come here."
Tamil walked towards the principal, knowing for sure he is going to punish him. He did not like the tone of the principal's voice. He sensed that he was in trouble.
The principal said, "Show me your hands."
Tamil showed his hands, which were dirty and rough from his misdeeds. The principal took out a slim bamboo stick from his pocket and said, "You have been a very bad , Tamil. You have been causing trouble for everyone. You have been disrespecting your teachers and classmates. You have been wasting your time and potential. You need to be taught a lesson."
He raised the bamboo stick and hit it hard on Tamil's hands. Tamil felt a sharp pain but he stayed cool. The principal held his hands firmly. He hit them again and again, until they were red and swollen. Tamil had so much anger and hatred his eyes, but he did not show them. He felt humiliated and angry. He hated the principal and everyone who was laughing at him. He swore to himself that he would get his revenge
The principal asked Tamil, "Do you know why I beat you?"
Tamil replied with a cool voice, "Because I was sitting down and throwing paper balls.
The principal hit Tamil's hand even harder and said, "No. That's not the only reason."
He then called the class leader, Jeffry, to come forward. Jeffry was a nerd and a teacher's pet. He always complained about anyone who disobeyed the school rules. He came forward and stood near the principal.
The principal asked Jeffry, "Tell me what happened."
Jeffry said, "Tamil never does his homework. He always threatens me to do it for him. I warned him that I would tell the teacher, but he said he would tear all my notebooks if I did. That's why I went to you, sir."
The principal hit Tamil's hand again, but Tamil showed no reaction. He turned his head towards Jeffry and nodded his head, as if he was smiling. He was not smiling. He was plotting.
The principal hit his hand harder and harder, until it started to bleed. Tamil did not flinch or cry. He just stared at Jeffry with a cold and menacing look.
Jeffry was terrified and said, "Sir, he is looking at me with a bad intention . He is going to hurt me."
The principal said, "Show me your knuckles."
Tamil looked at the principal and turned his arms. His knuckles were bruised and swollen from his previous fights.
The principal gave a hard hit on Tamil's knuckles, and the stick broke. Tamil's hands were dripping blood, but his face was expressionless. He was still staring at Jeffry, as if he was saying, "You are next."
The principal pinched Tamil's ear and dragged him downstairs to his office room. He was going to punish him more, but he did not know that he was making a big mistake. He was making Tamil more angry and vengeful. He was creating a monster.
Tamil was forced to kneel in front of the office, where everyone could see him and mock him. The principal thought that this would make him repent and apologize, but he was wrong. Tamil was not sorry. He was calm and cunning. He was planning his next move.
The break bell rang. Tamil got up and wiped the dirt off his knee. He stretched himself and felt a surge of energy. He was ready to take action.
The assistant principal came to Tamil and said, "Who told you to stand up?"
Tamil said with a cool voice, while he was still stretching, "This is break hour, so I guess all the punishments are suspended during this time."
The assistant principal said, "Come again? I didn't hear that."
Tamil quoted the words from the school rules, where it clearly stated that no student should be punished during the break hour and lunch hour.
The A.P was speechless. He did not expect Tamil to know the rules so well.
Tamil smiled and said, "Follow the rules." He winked at the A.P and ran upstairs to the corridor toilet, where he heard Jeffry's screams.
Tamil entered the toilet and saw that his friends were already beating Jeffry. He said, "Guys, guys, leave some for me. Don't take all the joy by yourself."
Blood dripped from Jeffry's mouth as he lay on the floor, his glasses shattered and his hair disheveled. Tamil delivered a vicious kick to his chest and leaned over him, in a malicious tone. "You're not getting out of here alive, you piece of shit." Jeffry felt a surge of fear and sobbed uncontrollably. Tamil glanced at the toilet door, making sure no teachers were around, and then gestured to his cronies to continue the assault. Jeffry's screams were muffled by Axel's shoe, which pressed hard against his mouth. "Shut up, you're making too much noise," Axel snapped. Jeffry whimpered in silence, praying to God for a way out of this nightmare. But Tamil was far from done with him.
As Tamil continued his torment, an unexpected interruption unfolded. A mysterious figure, unknown to the mischievous crowd, tapped on Tamil's shoulder. As Tamil turned, a peculiar newcomer revealed himself with a mischievous grin. He tried to jump-scare Tamil
"I'm David," he declared, cutting through the tension with an air of confidence. Tamil, reactionless and perplexed, faced the enigma that stood before him. David wasted no time delving into the heart of the matter, questioning Tamil's character.
"Are you a coward? so that you are manipulating your friends to fight for you?" David's words echoed in the restroom , causing a momentary pause in the ongoing torment. Tamil's friends, momentarily taken aback, ceased their actions, creating a brief gal for Jeffry, who seized the opportunity to escape from the scene.
Oliver, one of Tamil's loyal companions, confronted David with an angry tone, challenging his audacity. Haaa I can't hear you dummy! Said Oliver.However, David, taunted, for god's sake when was the time you brushed your teeth responded David . The exchange of words heightened the tension in the alley.
Tamil was looking at David and without wasting time David asked Tamil. Fight me on one on!
Tamil accepted David's challenge. And asked when? Where. David retorted, how about now? Tamil smiled and tilted his head
. David tapped on Tamils shoulder and said "Don't be afraid" I was just kidding ,I'll meet you behind the canteen after school, but with one condition," David declared. Tamil, asked, "What's the condition?"
"Come alone," David replied, leaving the place as quickly as he had appeared. The challenge had been issued, setting the stage for a mysterious encounter that would unfold after the school day concluded.
Later that evening
Following the challenge gave. By David
Tamil went to the canteens backside where he claimed the crown by defeating
Daniel. Tamil came along with 20 of his friends. He covered his hands with band aids which was wounded by the principal.
David was standing alone with both of his hands holding back,waiting to show Tamil who is the real boss!
Tamil's friends, confidently taunted at David because they outnumbered him .in their numerical advantage, taunted David, "This is your final chance, now kneel and beg to us we will leave" Tamil was looking at David with an cold look.
David responded with a subtle smile, "You brought quite a lot of guys with you. I will take all of you by myself."
Tamil felt a sudden anger and charged against David aim to launch a punch at him.
However, the outcome was unforeseen – David simply held Tamils hand casually blocking Tamil's advancing fist.
Tamil's friends, witnessing this unexpected display of strength, stood in shock.
Undeterred, Tamil attempted a kick David's head,aiming to catch David off guard. Yet, David, with a swift dodge, turned the tables, landing a precise punch straight on Tamil's face. The impact left Tamil with a bleeding nose, a sight that stunned both him and his entourage.
As David withdrew, he said "Dint I tellyou I could take all of you by myself?" The schoolyard, typically bustling with commotion, fell silent. Tamils friends were left in disbelief. Because they have never saw someone actually stood against Tamil in a hand to hand combat .
Tamil suddenly remembered Daniel, And he suddenly thought for a second that He is going to be defeated …. To be continued