Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla) novel Chapter 1029

Offending too many people could lead to trouble. If someone ever decided to stab Gabriel in the back, it was unlikely anyone would be willing to help him.

Gabriel's eyes darkened as he glanced at Damon, but he quickly spoke up. "Mr. Sumner, your words seem a bit unfair. Wilhelm has always gotten along well with his classmates.

"Before Buddy transferred, there hadn't been any issues. Everyone can attest to that, and Ms. Ferrier can confirm it as well.

"It was indeed Wilhelm's fault this time, but kids pushing and shoving during arguments is normal. Accusing him of bullying other children feels like an overreach, don't you think?"

Damon smiled. "I'm merely raising a valid concern, not accusing him outright. However, if he can publicly shove Buddy today, who's to say he won't shove another classmate tomorrow?"

"You're speculating about things that haven't happened. Mr. Sumner, it seems excessive to assume the worst about a child this young," Gabriel countered.

"Oh, you misunderstand me," Damon replied with mock politeness. "I'm only looking out for the safety of the other children. No parent wants their kid coming home from school covered in bruises, do they?"

As soon as he finished, murmurs of agreement rippled through the crowd of parents.

"That's right. I saw Wilhelm charge at Mason out of nowhere. His aggressiveness was scary—even as an adult, I felt uneasy. I can't imagine what it'd be like if he suddenly went after my child."

"Maybe he's jealous Mason won so many first-place medals today, while he didn't win a single one."