The Rumors Infiltrated
With each passing day, the rumors infiltrated the ears of the schoolchildren.
Overheard snippets of conversations and glimpses of concerned faces fueled curiosity, and before long, discussions about Alison’s sexual orientation permeated the hallways and echoed within the classrooms.
Aware that they had no right to delve into Miss Alison’s personal life, the students couldn’t resist the temptation to discuss it anyway. The desire to talk about the situation prevailed.