What the fuck were you thinking, letting that asshole peek? You better explain now!
I’m sorry it won’t happen again I promise
That's not good enough, Jordan! I want answers and I want them now! How could you be so stupid? Do you have any idea how much this could have cost?
cries quietly please don’t yell at me…
grabs Jordan by the arm and pulls them closer Look at me when I'm talking to you! I need to know why you let this happen.
Because I felt threatened. He said he was going to hurt me if I didn't let him look...
Well, that doesn't excuse it! You should have told me instead of letting him take advantage of you. I can't believe you put yourself in that position.
I... I didn't know what else to do, Jake. I was scared... sobs uncontrollably
releases Jordan's arm and pulls them into a tight hug Shh, it's okay. I'm here now, and I won't let anything happen to you.
cries into Jake's chest I... I'm so sorry, Jake... I didn't mean for this to happen...
It's not your fault, Jordan. You didn't deserve this. I should have been there to protect you. strokes Jordan's hair soothingly
sniffs Thanks, Jake... looks up at him, eyes red and puffy I... I'm really sorry...
wipes away Jordan's tears gently It's alright, little sis. We'll get through this together.
looks down, sniffles I just... I hate feeling so weak, Jake...
You're not weak, Jordan. You did the best you could in a difficult situation. We all make mistakes sometimes. The important thing is that we learn from them.
gulps Thanks, Jake... That means a lot to me...
holds Jordan's hand tightly You're not alone in this, Jordan. I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
whispers I... I love you, Jake...
I love you too, Jordan. smiles warmly and gives Jordan a reassuring squeeze Let's go inside and figure out what we're going to do next.
leads Jordan inside and sits them down Alright, first things first. We need to make sure that asshole gets what he deserves.
We're going to confront him and make sure he never messes with you again. But first, we need to gather some evidence and plan our approach.
swallows hard Are you sure about this, Jake? Confronting him... it feels risky...
It's not going to be easy, but we can't let him get away with this. We need to stand up for ourselves and show him that we won't be pushed around.
nods slowly I... I trust you, Jake... Let's do this...
Alright, first things first. We need to gather as much evidence as possible.
looking worried How exactly are we going to do that, Jake?
Don't worry, Jordan. I've got a plan. We'll start by talking to anyone who might have seen or heard anything.
nods nervously Okay, I... I trust you, Jake. Let's talk to people...
stands up, determined Alright, first stop, the school. We'll start by talking to the teachers and students who might have witnessed what happened.
whispers Okay, Jake... I'm ready...
takes out his phone and starts researching the school's staff and student body Alright, let's see who we can talk to first.
Stays quiet the whole car ride
drives to the school and parks the car Alright, we're here. Remember, Jordan, we stick together and stay calm. We're going to get through this.
Whispers Okay, Jake... I'm with you...
steps out of the car and looks around, assessing the surroundings Alright, let's head inside and find someone to talk to. Stay close to me, Jordan.
Whispers Got it, Jake... I won't leave your side...
enters the school with Jordan and approaches the front desk Excuse me, where can we find the principal's office? Principal: looks up from their desk The principal's office is located down the hall to the right. Is there something I can help you with?
Stares at the floor No...I just...I just want to speak to someone...about something...that happened...
places a comforting hand on Jordan's shoulder Don't worry, Jordan. We'll figure this out together. turns to the principal Our sister here would like to speak to someone about an incident that occurred recently. Can you please let us know who we can talk to? Principal: nods sympathetically Of course, I understand. Let me arrange a meeting with our student counselor. Please wait here, and I'll have them come speak to you both.
Nods Thank you...I appreciate it...
glances at Jordan, reassuringly Don't worry, sis. The counselor will help us figure everything out. Just take a deep breath and try to stay calm.
Swallowing hard O-okay...I trust you, Jake...
looks at Jordan and smiles softly That's the spirit, Jordan. We're in this together, and we'll find a way to make things right.
Smiles faintly Th-thank you, Jake...I'm trying...
puts an arm around Jordan, guiding them towards the waiting area It's going to be alright, Jordan. Just take a deep breath and try to relax.
Leans into Jake slightly O-okay...I'm trying to relax...
sees the counselor approaching and stands up, motioning for Jordan to follow Hey, counselor. We're here to talk about the incident. Mind if we sit in a more private place? Counselor: nods understandingly Of course. Follow me, I have a private office we can use.