Haunted...

• Isabella Xiao, Grade 8
• Short Story
• 2013

As I rushed through the dark corridor of my haunted school, trying to be on time for once, I felt a tap on my neck, which sent the shivers down my spine. I turned around being carefully not to drop my heavy load of books. An evil look meet my eye, it was Mr. Schmel. "Haha!" He laughed wickedly, then gave me a shove, which sent me toppling over. "What do you think you are doing, running to class so late, Gore?" he questioned me, then kicked me in the shin. "I was, was just, today was my birthday and my mum said I could sleep in," I replied quickly. I picked up my scattered books on the floor, then tried to walk away. But Mr. Schmel grabbed me by the shoulders. "Not so fast, Gore. You're coming with me," he chuckled.