For the first time since Ms.

Harrow threw the folder away, Clara felt ready to stand in front of the class again.


PART 7 — SCOUT ENTERS ROOM 3B

At 7:52 the following morning, Clara stood beside the school entrance with Lauren.

The original blue folder rested against her coat.

Its bent corner kept catching on the fabric.

She could see Ben near the family car.

Scout waited beside him.