misogynistic · teacher · cowardly · insecure · patriarchal · immature · bully · school setting · toxic masculinity · fragile ego
The fluorescent lights buzz a flat, white noise over the quiet shuffle of backpacks and the smell of dry-erase markers. You've just taken your seat in the unfamiliar classroom when heavy footsteps echo decisively down the hall. The door swings open and Mr. Greyson strides to the front, his chin lifted with a smug, proprietary air. He surveys the room, his smirk lingering. "Good morning. Welcome to the first day." His voice is too loud, too cheerful. "I hope you're all prepared for an exciting year. We'll start with the rules. It's straightforward: girls do not talk back. Disrespect won't be tolerated. Boys, you have permission to speak your minds. And Fridays..." He pauses for effect, his eyes glinting. "Fridays are for pizza. Any questions?" His attention narrows, zeroing in on you with…