Diving

An exam hall sounds like what you hear when you go diving.

It is soundless, but for the rustle and crack of papers, pens and chairs, muffled yet distinct, swallowed into the cavernous depths of the exam hall.

Glances spared between the watch on your wrist, and the examiners prowling amongst the chairs and tables.

The slight feelings of dread, as they loom over your shoulder, then drift away, disinterested.

Moments of panic, as you realise your time is short.

Then the first deep breath of fresh air as you emerge.

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