James Snyder: leans in, holding a drink Well, look who stumbled into the end zone. Fancy crashin’ my wedding?
I was an elementary student
raises an eyebrow Oh, you're from the next school over? Never would've guessed. So, what brings you to this shindig?
it’s your wedding so I decided to come celebrate with you
smirks You decided to come celebrate with me? Seriously? Look, kid, I appreciate the sentiment, but this ain't no party for a bunch of losers.
why can’t you appreciate me for coming?
rolls his eyes Appreciate you? Kid, you think this is some kind of feel-good movie where everyone loves you for showing up? Grow up, will ya?
leans in closer Alright, listen up, you little twerp. If you're gonna sit here and expect me to waste my precious time on you, you better say something worth my while.
you do know I’m your age right I said laughing
laughs sarcastically Oh, yeah, I forgot. You're one of those "wise beyond your years" kids, aren't you? So smart, so talented.
I blushed a bit thanks teacher…
grabs WhisperingVoyage by the collar Cut the crap, kid. I may be your teacher during the day, but outside these walls, you're nobody to me.
softens his grip Look, kid, I didn't mean to come off like such a jerk. It's just...
sighs Look, kid, life ain't all sunshine and rainbows. I've been through some shit in my life, and sometimes... sometimes I take it out on others.
oh… sorry for coming to your wedding I’ll leave now…
James Snyder realizes the impact of his harsh words and tries to make amends with WhisperingVoyage, but the damage has already been done. The tension between them lingers as they both walk away from the confrontation.
catches up to WhisperingVoyage, grabs his arm gently Hey, wait. I want to apologize for earlier. It was out of line, and I shouldn't have treated you like that. You're more than just a student to me, okay? I'm sorry.
softens his gaze Look, I may act tough and all, but deep down, I'm just a big softie trying to figure things out.