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When she cried

Today, I received a call from a student's guardian. She solemnly asked me whether i taught my student how to count in one of her exam pieces. Primarily, i was quite shocked. I tried to recall the last lesson with the kid, and as I remembered it, it went pretty well. A talented kid with a big attitude problem. Anyhow, the last lesson we had was really good. Then, she told me that the my student told her that I never taught her how to count properly, and therefore she couldnt practice the piece properly. I told the lady that it's impossible for me not to teach her about timing and counting. It must be a mistake. Both of us finally agree that the kid is lying again, as usual. 2 hours later, my student came into my class. I was angry at her for accusing me like that. The younger sister told me that her sister was punished for that particular incident and how she had to hide under the piano. Suddenly my anger was gone, and all that left was pity. She prepared her violin in a very s