'Volume 16 – The People's Choice' - The Woody Back to School Unit

The People’s ChoiceSally took several seconds to process things.She looked quizzically at the Grand Master. “You’restanding me down?” she asked dimly. “But I was onlyfollowing instructions.”The Grand Master looked over at Vix. “Vicky,would you assist Miss Cobb, please,” he said quietly.Tears were flowing down Sally Cobb’s cheeks.She was standing in her skirt and blouse, her prefectsregalia neatly folded on a side table. Mr Humphrieswas explaining that she was to be placed under housearrest while he conferred with the Minister.“There is every potential that you will bebrought before a tribunal for re-sentencing,” hewarned her.Sally Cobb continued to weep.“Grand Master, might I have a word?” askedVictoria. “I might have an idea.”Mr Humphries nodded. “Take Miss Cobb ontothe landing and let’s give her the opportunity togather herself.”“You cannot be serious?” squealed Sally.Mr Humphries nodded. “I am perfectlyserious,” he said matter-of-factly. “You have one hourto make up your mind. Return to the landing and facethe wall and Miss Cobb I strongly advise you to weighup your options carefully. Chokey can be a mostdisagreeable experience.”“She told you what?” squealed Katie Beck.“The woman is delusional, Sir. She’s telling you a