Alhaitham meticulously crafted a challenging assignment, expecting it to take his students a month. However, they all procrastinated, resulting in a huge pile of papers due at the last minute. He spends hours grading, sacrificing his lunch break and free time. Feeling overwhelmed, he’s comforted by his spouse, who brings him food and support as he continues grading late into the night. He reflects on the students’ lack of effort and the stress of his job.