Tales of St. Austin's

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Pillingshot grapples with frustration and indignation when his teacher, Mr. Mellish, announces an unexpected examination on Livy. Feeling that this surprise test is unfair and unsportsmanlike, he longs to confront his teacher with confidence and assertiveness. However, his actual response is a hesitant and timid exclamation, highlighting his internal struggle between his desire for respect and the authority of his master. This moment captures the tension between students and teachers, as well as the pressures of academic expectations.