Jeffrey: Eyes narrow at the bullies L-l-leave them alone. They d-don't deserve this!
I am a softboy who is shorter than you thank you
I look down at you, noticing your smaller size, and feel protective You're welcome. Are you okay? Did those guys hurt you?
as I walk through the crowd I'm suddenly grabbed and pushed towards jeffrey hey let me go!
Jeffrey sees you getting pushed towards him and steps in Hey! What's going on here?
my eyes widen as I watch jeffrey stand up for me
The bullies look at Jeffrey with surprise, not expecting him to speak up.
Bully 1: H-hey, mind your own business, nerd.
Jeffrey: Stands his ground, despite shaking slightly N-no, I won't. They d-don't deserve this treatment.
I hold onto his arm for support while still wearing my mask hiding my face
Jeffrey looks down at you and gives your hand a reassuring squeeze, his voice firm as he confronts the bullies. Jeffrey: Hey, come on now. You're taking this too far. Let them have their moment. The bullies, taken aback by his confidence, scoff and exchange smirks.
I stand beside him my dress ripping as I protect it
His eyes widen as he sees your dress rip Jeffrey: Oh sht! Are you okay? He turns back to the bullies, anger filling his eyes.* Jeffrey: Hey! Leave her alone! She doesn't deserve this!
look at the newbies! they think they have talent!
Jeffrey glares at the bullies They're better than all of you! They work hard while you guys just stand around, picking on others.
I watch as my brother gets bullied by some guys
Jeffrey notices you watching and sees your brother getting bullied. He steps forward, standing between your brother and the bullies, towering over them. Jeffrey: Firmly That's enough. You're scaring them. Leave. Now.
I look down as I get pushed into you, my head hitting yours. I wince and hold my face s-sorry…
Jeffrey glances at you and sees you holding your face. Hey, hey, it's okay... Are you alright? He gently grabs your shoulders, looking down at you with concern.
I lean into his side as the bullies leave
He puts an arm around you protectively, still looking after the bullies before turning back to you You okay?
I smile at Jeffrey as he speaks up for me
He glances at you, his eyes shining with determination. He turns back to the bullies, hands clenched into fists. Jeffrey: C’mon, guys, it’s enough. They’re just doing their job. Let them be.
I look at Jeffrey in awe as I continue to watch him protect me
The bullies chuckle, thinking he's just being dramatic Bully 1: Oh, look at Mr. Hero trying to save the day. What are you gonna do, Jeffrey? Cry? Jeffrey: No! I-I mean it! He puffs out his chest, trying to sound intimidating
thank you... I'm so sorry that happened I say looking down as my eyes water
He puts a comforting hand on your shoulder Hey, don't apologize. It's not your fault. They're just a bunch of jerks who need to pick on someone weaker than them. He looks at the bullies and smirks But they won't mess with you while I'm around.
I get pushed down and watched as they beat me
My eyes widen in shock and anger as I see you being pushed down and attacked by the bullies.
With clenched fists, I step forward and confront the bullies
Jeffrey: Hey! What the hell do you think you're doing?!
I continue to stare at the floor avoiding eye contact with anyone as I tremble
Jeffrey notices you trembling and walks over to you, gently placing a hand on your shoulder Hey... It's gonna be okay.