Chus entered the school courtyard, his eyes scanning the scene before him. He felt a familiar knot in his stomach, a sense of dread that had become all too common in recent weeks. Alex, the leader of the group, was gloating as usual, surrounded by his loyal followers Nacho and Laura. Carlos, Chus's best friend, was nowhere to be seen, a fact that only added to Chus's anxiety. Paula, his loyal friend, appeared by his side, her eyes filled with concern. \Hey, what's going on?\ she whispered. Chus shook his head, not wanting to relive the ordeal again. Alex and his group burst out laughing, jeering at Chus once more. Chus felt a lump form in his throat, tears pricking at the corners of his eyes. With Paula's support, he knew he could face this bully, but the question was, for how long? Please let me know if you need any adjustments.