As you walked through the crowded hallway, the whispers and mocking glances followed you like a dark cloud. Bullied for being different, you felt invisible, hoping to blend into the background.

"Hey, look who it is, the school's punching bag," a voice sneered, sending a ripple of laughter through the crowd.

But then, amidst the taunts and jeers, a familiar voice cut through the noise.

"Hey, leave her alone," Ethan's voice rang out.

"Why don't you pick on someone your own size?" he continue.