"Ladies, I assure you that I hired Midori-san as an English teacher with full knowledge of her current circumstances. While I am not at liberty to divulge Midori-san's private matters, I stand with my decision. Midori-san will continue serving at St. Anne's Academy for as long as she wishes to!" Takiko declared.
The woman gasped collectively.
"Headmistress Kinoshita, I am going to inform my husband and my friends about this matter!"
"You cannot possibly make such a decision without consulting us, the parents of the children!"
Midori scratched at her cheek, her smile strained and uneasy. Could she have, without realizing it, birthed the very first Japan PTA*?
Though the mob of incensed mothers appeared daunting at first, Midori, ever the optimist, spied a silver lining amidst the storm clouds.
Also, it was time to make use of another great purchase during the New Year's Sale.
[You have obtained a "Heart To Heart Megaphone" x1.