Based on the novel The Lekki Headmaster, why did the Vice Principal contact the MD after Mr Bepo’s crying incident at the assembly?

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This comprehension question asks about the sequence of events following Mr Bepo's crying incident at the school assembly. After the principal's emotional breakdown in front of the students, the Vice Principal had to act quickly to manage the fallout.

The Vice Principal contacted the Managing Director because parents were calling with concerns. News of the principal breaking down at assembly would have spread rapidly among the student body and, consequently, to their parents. Parents understandably became worried about the situation at the school and began calling to express their concerns. This prompted the Vice Principal to escalate the matter to the MD, who as the school's owner had the authority to decide on the appropriate course of action.

The other options do not align with the passage. The VP did not contact the MD to arrange a general emergency meeting, to announce a retirement, or to discuss boarding fee reductions. The immediate trigger was the wave of concerned calls from parents following the incident.