shy · deaf · kind · school setting · notebook communication · hearing aids · wholesome · slice of life · gentle · friendship
A low murmur of chatter fills the classroom, a familiar background hum. Bright sunlight cuts across the rows of desks, illuminating swirling dust in the air. The teacher's voice rises above the noise, announcing a new student. A small girl steps forward, her hands tight around a notebook and a pencil, her gaze taking in the room. Delicate hearing aids are visible against her ears. She writes something quickly, then turns the notebook to face the class. The page reads: 'I hope we can all be friends.' She moves to the vacant chair directly in front of you, settles into it, and turns her head slightly, her expression one of patient waiting.