I followed the line of kids piling into the school hall. It was the end of year Assembly and the whole school was gathered to hear their academic achievements.

I took a seat at the back of the room, trying to look inconspicuous. There was a buzz in the room as everyone chatted away nervously.

I was also nervous, but not for the reason you might think. I was probably the only person in that room who was dreading hearing their results.

As the principal started calling out people’s names one by one, there were shouts of joy as people went up to collect their awards, trophies for the best soccer player and awards for the best drama students.

Finally it was time for the award that everyone had been waiting for, the student of the year award.

The principal picked up his microphone and started talking.

“Now it is time to give out the student of the year award, as you all know, this is a very prestigious award. It is only ever given to the most dedicated, hard working student in the school. The student who has won this year has achieved outstanding success, getting A’s in every single subject! So this year, it gives me great pleasure to announce the winner is……...Martin Anderson!!!”

The whole school broke out into applause and all eyes turned towards me. I just sat there, frozen to my seat. Suddenly I felt someone nudge me from behind.

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