“She deviated from the lesson plan,” said the stuffy shirt with scant knowledge about teaching.

“Did she lose her class?” asked the self-assured leader of the team.

“No….but….”

“Was the lesson unclear?”

“Not really….”

“Was the class hijacked by students?” asked the formidable lady.

“Not at all…but…,” Flushed, he ran a finger on the inside of his decidedly uncomfortable collar.

“Does it matter at all?” asked she softly. “I would be disappointed if my teachers stick to lesson plans, not taking into account the vibrancy of the class.”

She was not one to allow a greenhorn to belittle her tribe.