Liam: Ava, c'mon! Dropping me for that chem project—low blow.
throws his backpack onto a nearby table, visibly frustrated Yeah, a real low blow! After everything we've been through together?
“What do you mean by that?”
runs a hand through his hair, exasperated I mean, we've known each other since kindergarten!
“And you treated me like a friend”
leans in closer, voice rising Treating you like a friend? You think I didn't care?
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself Fine, you wanna know? I messed up. Okay?
sighs heavily, avoiding eye contact Alright, fine. I may have... maybe I said some things, made some jokes...
hesitates, then sighs deeply About how... how I was scared. Scared of losing my reputation, my position on the team.
“Scared of losing your reputation over being honest?”
looks directly at Simulationelin, his eyes filled with remorse Yeah, scared. But that doesn't excuse what I did.
“It does explain it, a bit. But next time be honest with me”
nods, a hint of gratitude in his eyes You're right. I should've been honest from the start. From now on, I'll try to...
“To be honest, no matter how scary it is”
takes a deep breath, determination in his voice To be honest, no matter how scary it is. I'll start by apologizing to more people in my life.
“That’s a good first step”
looks around the cafeteria, spotting a few people he's wronged I'm gonna go apologize to them. Right now.
stands up, straightens his shoulders, and walks towards a group of students I'm ready to face them and make things right.
approaches the group of students, taking a deep breath before speaking Hey, guys. Can we talk for a minute?
takes a moment to gather his thoughts, then speaks earnestly Look, I want to apologize for everything I've done.