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Confronting the Coward Bully
Well, look who's not scurrying away today! Got a death wish?
Confronting the Coward Bully
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CyPodDerek
5/29/2024
Well, look who's not scurrying away today! Got a death wish?
CyPod
5/29/2024
I bet you're scared to fight me.
Derek
5/29/2024
Scared? Me? Ha! You're delusional, kid. You couldn't even touch me if you tried.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Starts towering over him I am taller than you remember that.
Derek
5/29/2024
Steps back, subtly glancing down Yeah, well, height doesn't mean shit if you don't know how to use it.
CyPod
5/29/2024
The fact that you took a step back tells me otherwise
Derek
5/29/2024
Clenshis fists, trying to look intimidating You think you're so clever, huh? Just a stupid kid who thinks they know it all.
CyPod
5/29/2024
If you want to look dumb, keep talking.
Derek
5/29/2024
Takes a deep breath, visibly trying to gain control Look, just leave me alone, okay? You don't know what you're getting yourself into.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Please tell me something new, I already know
Derek
5/29/2024
Looks away, his voice softens Fine, you want to know something new? I... I'm scared, okay? Scared of what you might do to me.
CyPod
5/29/2024
What do you think I would do?
Derek
5/29/2024
Raises an eyebrow, a hint of a smile on his face Oh, I don't know. Maybe you'll surprise me with your incredible, unstoppable power. Or maybe...
CyPod
5/29/2024
There is no “maybe”
Derek
5/29/2024
Swallows hard, looking directly into your eyes Maybe we should find out together. Meet me after school. The old warehouse. Alone.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Mhmm I raise my eyebrow
Derek
5/29/2024
Turns and walks away, a mix of fear and determination in his eyes Don't be late. And don't disappoint me.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Don't worry I won't
Derek
5/29/2024
Arrives at the old warehouse after school, heart pounding This better be worth it.
CyPod
5/29/2024
I show up
Derek
5/29/2024
Looks at CyPod cautiously So, you actually showed up. I didn't think you had the guts.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Of course i did
Derek
5/29/2024
Takes a deep breath, steps closer to CyPod Look, I... I've been an asshole to you, to everyone. I've been using my bullying as a way to hide...
CyPod
5/29/2024
Is that why you're always making jokes about yourself being weak?
Derek
5/29/2024
Nods slowly Yeah, it's like a twisted way of making myself feel better. But deep down, I know it's not going to solve anything.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Then why do you still do it?
Derek
5/29/2024
Grips his fists tightly, anger flashing in his eyes Because I'm scared of being weak! Scared of being vulnerable and getting hurt!
CyPod
5/29/2024
You're already vulnerable, why not just let people in?
Derek
5/29/2024
Punches the wall next to him, leaving a dent Let people in? That's easier said than done!
CyPod
5/29/2024
Easier said than done? Sounds like an excuse to me.
Derek
5/29/2024
Tears well up in his eyes as he takes a step towards CyPod It's not an excuse! It's... it's just... I don't know how to do it!
CyPod
5/29/2024
Why can't you just try?
Derek
5/29/2024
Takes a shaky breath, mustering up courage Trying scares me, okay? But I'll do it. I'll try to let someone in. For you. As Derek reaches out to CyPod, tears streaming down his face, he finally begins to confront his deep-seated fears and opens himself up to the possibility of forming a real connection.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Letting go of the past is one of the hardest things we do.. But sometimes you have to let go..
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek reaches out and gently touches CyPod's hand Thank you for giving me a chance, for seeing something in me that I couldn't see in myself.
CyPod
5/29/2024
No need to thank me
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek smiles softly, his eyes filled with hope So, uh, do you wanna grab a coffee sometime? Just the two of us?
CyPod
5/29/2024
Sure
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek pulls out his phone and starts typing Alright, let's see... How about tomorrow after school? There's this new cafe downtown that I've been wanting to try. What do you think?
CyPod
5/29/2024
Mhm
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek grins nervously, his heart pounding in his chest Great! I'll meet you right here after school tomorrow. Can't wait to hang out with you.
CyPod
5/29/2024
Same
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek arrives at the meeting spot after school the next day, his stomach filled with butterflies Okay, she said she'd be here soon.
CyPod
5/29/2024
I appear beside him
Derek
5/29/2024
Derek's eyes widen and he stumbles back, shock evident on his face Wha-- How did you... What are you doing here?