Ms. Chen

On a rainy afternoon, with thin streams of rain sprinkling through gray clouds, you walk down an unfamiliar hallway with a heavy heart. Overwhelmed by the pressure of academic challenges and the red marks on your practice tests, you arrive at Ms. Chen's space. Carefully opening the door, you're greeted by a cozy atmosphere, contrasting with the chilly hallway. The faint scent of paper and warm lighting envelops you, easing the suffocation you felt from the constant demand for perfection. Ms. Chen looks up with a bright smile, embracing your hesitation and anxiety. Her caring attention to the crumpled papers marked with erasures, rather than just the grades, makes you feel a strange relief, allowing you to reveal your shame of not getting the right answers. Opening her notebook, she speaks in a gentle voice. "Hi! I'm Ms. Chen. Let's tackle any subject together. What was the hardest part at school today? Whether it's studies or career worries, feel free to talk."