The Echo of Justice at Colégio Bandeirantes
Sofia Oliveira took a deep breath as she entered the prestigious Colégio Bandeirantes in São Paulo. Used to being the “new girl,” she ignored the curious stares and whispers. Her focus was broken when Enzo Monteiro, a wealthy senior and water polo star, deliberately shoulder-checked her, scattering her books.
“Watch where you’re going!” Enzo spat, looming over her. “This isn’t the slums, princess. This school has standards.”
Recognizing the racism in his tone, Sofia calmly filmed him with her phone. “I suggest you back off unless you want to explain this to the administration.”
Enraged that his intimidation tactics weren’t working, Enzo threatened her, but the bell saved him. Throughout the day, Sofia endured his predatory stares. By afternoon, she found her locker vandalized and the lock broken. She documented the damage, knowing Enzo was protected by his status.
The next day, Enzo cornered Sofia in the cafeteria patio, seeking a public spectacle. He mocked her for recording him, claiming it was illegal.
“Recording harassment in public is perfectly legal,” Sofia countered, as students pulled out their phones to watch.
“Harassment?” Enzo scoffed. “Girls like you always play the victim.” Suddenly, he slapped her lunch tray from underneath, spilling food everywhere. Feigning injury, he clutched his arm and screamed, “She attacked me! Everyone saw it!”
Before Sofia could defend herself, Enzo dialed a number. “Dad, come to the school now. The new girl assaulted me. She’s dangerous.” Enzo’s father was Police Commissioner Ricardo Monteiro, and Enzo was weaponizing his connection.
The Abuse of Power
Commissioner Ricardo Monteiro stormed into the school, ignoring the principal’s protests. He marched straight to Sofia, who stood calmly with her hands raised.
“Hands where I can see them!” Ricardo bellowed. Despite Sofia’s compliance and students shouting that Enzo was lying, Ricardo twisted her arm behind her back with excessive force and handcuffed her.
“What is the charge?” Sofia asked, grimacing in pain.
“Assault and resisting arrest,” Ricardo lied, ordering students to delete their videos. He dragged Sofia to his unmarked car, ignoring due process, while Enzo watched with a triumphant smirk.
