BEHIND THE TEARS PUNISHMENT

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

: (Suddenly, Kaira's room door opened.) Get up. What time is it? (cold tone)

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

(wake up and shocked): Yes, Mom!

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

: (After saying that, Kathleen left Kaira's room.)

Kaira went to the bathroom, washed her face, quickly got ready, and returned to the dining table. She saw her father, mother, and sister, along with her brother, already seated, their gazes cold and unwelcoming.

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"What time is it, and you're only just now arriving?" (cold tone)

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Sorry, Dad."

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

Suck ungrateful child( Cold tone)

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

(I hung my head.)

Krisha Carolynn Berloscuni(FL SISTER)

"Dad, let it go. Don't waste your time on her"

Kristof Caiden Berloscuni (FL BROTHER)

"She's right, Dad."

After a few minutes, they finished eating.

Krisha Carolynn Berloscuni(FL SISTER)

"Dad, Mom, I'm going to company. I love you."

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"I love you too, sweetie."

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

I love you dear

Kristof Caiden Berloscuni (FL BROTHER)

"Dad, I'm also going to the company."

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"Be safe Kris"

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

"Be my baby boy(kiss his chick)"

Kristof Caiden Berloscuni (FL BROTHER)

"Mom don't call me baby now and I love you mom bye (leave)"

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"And you, don't get into any trouble or mischief."

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

Yes dad

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

Just go

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

(leave)

A few minutes later, I arrived at school and see my friends in the fountain

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"You're so late, girl!"

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Sorry, sorry guys, it's just the traffic."

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"Let's go, or we'll be late."

"We got to the classroom, and luckily, our professor wasn't there yet."

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"So, what are we doing after class?"

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"Let's party!"

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Uh, I don't know if my parents will let me."

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"Come on, Kaira, it's always like that with your parents."

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"Yeah, no matter what you do, they hate it."

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"I don't know what to do anymore. Sometimes I just cry."

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"Just remember, we're here for you"

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"Yeah, Kaira, we'll always support you."

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Thank you, guys. I'm so happy you're always there for me." (And I hugged them both.)

Hours passed, and we were in the cafeteria eating lunch when someone suddenly arrived.

Bernadette Peters(bullied)

Hi kaira 😏

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

Hi🙂

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"Here we go." (She's here again,)🙄

Bernadette Peters(bullied)

I have something for you."

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"What is it?"

Bernadette Peters(bullied)

Here

Bernadette Peters(bullied)

(And they laughed.)

I was barely able to react before Bernadette poured juice on me and then shoved my face into the food. I pushed her unintentionally, and she fell.

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"What are you doing, bitch?"😡and slap her

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"What is this, bitch? Why are you doing this to Kaira?"😡

Meanwhile, I was crying because I knew I was going to be in trouble with my dad again, and they would blame me.

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Guys, I'm just going to the restroom."

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"Let us come with you, Cat."

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

No, it's okay. I can manage"

Camille Chloe Sandoval(FL Friend)

"And you, Krisha, get out of here before I lose my temper."

Natalie Grace Florendo(FL FRIENDS)

"Get out of here, Krisha, or I'll slap you again bitch😡"

I went to the restroom, washed my face, and just cried because of how heavy my heart felt.

I went to the restroom, washed my face, and just cried because of how heavy my heart felt. The cold water did little to soothe the burning humiliation and anger. Bernadette actions replayed in my mind – the calculated cruelty, the public humiliation. It wasn't just the mess; it was the deliberate intention to hurt me, to make me feel small and worthless. The familiar knot of anxiety tightened in my stomach. I knew what would come next: my dad's disappointment, his lectures, the inevitable grounding. The thought of facing him, of explaining everything, felt utterly crushing.

Taking a deep breath, I composed myself as best I could. I couldn't let Bernadette win. I wouldn't let her see me crumble. I splashed more water on my face, trying to wash away the lingering taste of betrayal and injustice. Looking in the mirror, I saw not a victim, but a survivor. I straightened my shoulders, wiped my eyes, and walked out of the restroom, my head held high.

Natalie and Chloe were waiting just outside, their concern evident in their expressions. They didn't pry, didn't push, but simply offered silent support.

The rest of the day passed in a blur. Classes seemed distant, unreal, the events in the cafeteria a strange, disturbing dream. Natalie and Chloe stayed by my side, their presence a comforting shield against the whispers and stares of other students. During lunch, we sat together, avoiding the usual boisterous chatter. The silence wasn't awkward; it was a shared understanding, a silent acknowledgment of the day's events.

After school, we walked home together, the late afternoon sun casting long shadows.

At the dining table

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"I heard what you done in the school" (Cold tone)

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Dad I'm not started the first"

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"I don't care who started the first "(Cold and angry tone)

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"Dad she hurt me😢 she pour me a juicer and shoved my face"

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"I don't care about your excuses."cold tone

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"you ruined my reputation our reputation" ❄️

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

"Honey, calm down."

Krisha Carolynn Berloscuni(FL SISTER)

"Dad, please stop. This isn't good for you."

James Ronald Berloscuni (FL DAD)

"You're grounded. And no food for three days."❄️

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

That's not fair! You're not even listening to me!😢

Kristof Caiden Berloscuni (FL BROTHER)

Just take the punishment, Kaira. It'll be over soon.❄️

Kathleen Cristal Berloscuni(FL MOTHER)

Kaira, please. Go to your room. We'll talk later.❄️

I ran to my room and cried and cried. The injustice of it all choked me. It wasn't just the grounding or the lack of food; it was the feeling of being utterly unheard, unseen. My dad's anger, his refusal to listen to my side of the story, The tears flowed freely, a torrent of frustration, anger, and loneliness.

Hours passed, the sobs gradually subsiding into quiet sniffles. The room felt suffocating, the silence amplifying my feelings of isolation. I pulled my knees to my chest, burying my face in them, trying to find some semblance of comfort. The darkness outside mirrored the darkness inside me.

I'm still crying in my room. My phone is buzzing, but I don't want to answer. I feel so alone. didn't deserve this. I just want someone to understand

Natalie: Hey girl, what happened? did something happen to you?

Kaira Catherine Berloscuni(FL)

"It was awful. Dad is being so unfair. He's grounded me and won't let me eat for three days. He didn't even listen to me.(send)😢

Chloe: (text) We're coming over tomorrow. We'll bring snacks. And we'll help you plan your revenge. Just kidding (mostly).

After texting my friends I sleep while I'm cry