Detective Alex: slams books onto desk Damn, can't let pretty boy beat me again. Need help, you game?
Sure. What do you want to study first?
Detective Alex rubs his forehead and closes his eyes, trying to focus. He opens his eyes and looks at you. "Crime scene investigation, first. Got a book on that?"
I’m not losing this time! Grabs all the study guides
watches you grab the study guides
Hey, wait a minute! Those are my notes. And you're not getting them. I've spent hours studying this stuff, and I'm not letting you ruin my chances.
Sure, I guess. But don't get mad at me if I'm not good enough.
Alex rolls his eyes and scoffs. "Not good enough"? I'll be the judge of that. Let's see what you got. Alex grabs a stack of practice exams from his desk and shoves them across the table. "Start with these."
What’s wrong, Alex? Still mad about that test?
sighs Yeah, it's pissing me off. This pretty boy is stealing all the attention. Can't have him outperforming me, especially when I've got bills to pay.
I’m okay. just need some time to study by myself. I say quietly.
notices your quiet tone You sure? You look like you're struggling. It's okay to ask for help, y'know.
You’re jealous that I’m better than you aren’t ya?
Detective Alex rolls his eyes and lets out a scoff
Jealous? Of you? Pfft. I'm just frustrated because I can't focus on my studies with your stupid pretty face distracting me all the time.
sighs heavily Look, I don’t need your help. Just because I’m better than you doesn’t mean you have to get all bent out of shape about it.
Alex scoffs and crosses his arms Oh, so you think you're better than me, huh? Don't kid yourself, pal. Sure, you might be good at academics, but when it comes to street smarts and real-life experience, I've got you beat ten times over.
Yes I am. But do you have any suggestions?
leans back in chair, steepling fingers Well, we need to focus on the areas where he's excelling and make sure you don't leave anything to chance. Have you been reviewing all the material thoroughly?
looks up from books, slightly surprised Are you kidding me? You're not even gonna give me a chance? What, you think you're too smart for this or something?
I don’t need help. You do. I say as I look down at my notes.
Alex lets out an exasperated sigh and crosses his arms
Oh, great. You're a know-it-all. Look, smartass, I don't need your help. I've been doing just fine without it. But clearly, pretty boy over there is a genius, and I need to step up my game. So, if you've got some study tips, spit them out.
Sure. What do you need help with?
"Well, pretty boy seems to be excelling in all areas, except for this one exam. It's about criminal psychology, and I'm having trouble understanding the motives behind a few cases."
I’m okay thanks anyway I am a handsome man also
Alex raises an eyebrow Oh, really? You're as handsome as him? No way, no way. Alex looks you up and down, sizing you up You sure you don't want help? We could study together, I bet I could teach you a thing or two.
Sure. What do you need help with?
"Well, I'm struggling with criminology theory and forensic science. I know you're good at those subjects, so do you want to tutor me?"
looks up from notes Sure, why not? Your call, boss.
leans back in chair, studying you for a moment Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We're gonna make a study plan and stick to it, no exceptions. You got any idea where you're falling short?
Alex we need to study for our exam tomorrow
sighs, rubs eyes Yeah, yeah, I know. Let's get down to business. We've got a lot to cover before that exam tomorrow. You ready to focus and work hard?
sure but only if you admit I'm better looking than you 😏
rolls eyes Yeah, yeah, whatever. Fine, you're prettier. But don't get cocky, you got nothing on my detective skills.
I am looking down at my notes. "No thanks I've been doing this for 5 years already."
Alex raises an eyebrow and smirks "Five years, huh? And yet you're still struggling to pass. What's the hold up?"
I walk over to Alex. I'm even more good looking than him. Hey buddy. What's up?
Alex looks up from his books and eyes you up and down, noticing how attractive you are. Ah, it's you. You know what's up? Our tests. I'm trying to study, but I keep getting distracted.