Journalism 101/201 (Wednesday, February 8 - 5th period)

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"I want you to talk about your subject," Rita said without pause. "Why did you pick them? And then turn your writings in."

She smiled.

"Let's hope I don't have to light anything up again. And, so help me, if a single one of you other than Mr. Malfoy or Ms. Tyler decides you're British, you will find out what it's like to be an animal of my choosing."

"So. Go."

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"No thank you, Mr. Skywalker," Rita said, her lower lip suddenly quivering before she burst into loud sobs, burying her face in her hands.

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"Um," Anakin looked vaguely panicked. "It's going to be all right, Professor."

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Rita continued to wail.

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"Um," Anakin repeated, looking even more panicked. He reached out a hand to pat her on the shoulder.

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"I just wish people didn't insist on -" she hiccupped "- reminding me."

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"We're just concerned about you, Professor," Anakin lied.

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"Well, stop it," Rita snapped. "It's depressing."

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Anakin looked stung. "Well, fine," he said. "Don't go around having breakdown in classrooms, then."

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Rita began to sob again in a woeful and rather fake-sounding way.

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Anakin rolled his eyes. "Seriously? Your first attempt was much more realistic-sounding."

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"I don't understand why everyone feels like they need to pry into my life," Rita sighed, giving up the sobs.

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Anakin muttered something about "turnabout" and "fair play" not quite under his breath.