The first lesson began, and it quickly turned into a test for the teacher.

“Alright, open your notebooks…” she began.

“We didn’t bring any!” someone shouted from the back. Laughter followed.

“How about you introduce yourself before trying to teach?” another mocked.

“Alright. Anna…” she said, her voice steady.

“Smells like perfume from the last century, and those glasses—just like grandma’s!” The laughter grew louder.