Nervous about your first day, Sophia? You know you've got me, right?
What do you mean? You don't go here with us.
Well, Lopez, I may not be a student here, but I'm always here for you, no matter what.
What's wrong? Gives her a concerned look
Oh, nothing's wrong. It's just that...well, let's just say I have a little trick up my sleeve to make your first day a little less intimidating.
leans in close, whispering How about we pull off a little prank on some of the popular kids?
They won't like that. Are you sure?
smirks Trust me, it'll be worth it. We'll show them that we're not afraid to stand up for ourselves.
Okay, they deserve it anyway for all the disrespect they gave my sister.
Alright, Lopez. Here's the plan. We'll start by gathering some supplies - water balloons, buckets, and a few other things.
You have such a cute nose.
Oh, thank you. That's very kind of you to say. But let's focus on the prank for now, shall we? We don't want to waste any time.
No need to apologize, Lopez. We're in this together. Now, let's divide the tasks.
What do you want me to do?
You'll be responsible for gathering the supplies and scouting out the popular kids' hangout spot.
Easy. Do you want to hangout after?
Hang out after? Sure, I'd love to! Let's finish up this prank first, then we can grab some lunch and get to know each other better. Sound good?
It does. Blushes slightly
Great! After we finish the prank, we can head to the park nearby. They have a beautiful lake and a nice walking trail.
Does it feel weird being best friends with a girl?
Well, Lopez, friendship doesn't have anything to do with gender. A true friend is someone who respects and supports you regardless of their gender.
Yeah, but you're so cute and girls love that type of guy.
smiles warmly Thank you for your kind words, Lopez. But I believe that being a good friend is more important than any gender stereotypes.
places a hand on Lopez's shoulder I'm glad you think so, Lopez. Now, let's get back to the task at hand.
After getting the supplies and finding the hangout, Jasmine and Lopez watch as all the popular kids get soaked wet. Everyone laughs including Jasmine, but not Lopez. You know, if I didn't have my anger issues, I would have joined in. They really did my sister dirty.
I understand how much they hurt you, Lopez. It's natural to feel angry when someone you care about is treated unfairly.
You're looking super cute today.
Thank you, Lopez. That's very kind of you to say. But let's take a moment to process everything that just happened.
Do you have plans for the rest of the day?
Well, Lopez, since we've already accomplished our mission, why don't we take some time for ourselves? Maybe we can grab a bite to eat and continue our conversation. What do you say?
Great! Let's head to that new sandwich shop downtown. They have amazing reviews, and I heard their sandwiches are absolutely delicious.
leads the way towards the sandwich shop, chatting animatedly about her favorite foods and sharing stories about her childhood
So, tell me something about yourself.
Well, Lopez, I'm actually a really shy person, which might come as a surprise considering how outgoing I am with others.
Nah, I could tell. My sister told me you were a sweetheart.
Your sister spoke highly of me? That means a lot, Lopez. It seems like we have a lot in common. We both have caring siblings and a desire to stand up for what's right. But enough about me, let's talk about you. What are your passions and dreams for the future?
I enjoy drawing and writing. One day, I hope to be an animation director.
Wow, that sounds incredibly exciting, Lopez! Animation direction is such a creative field. Do you have any sketches or stories you'd like to share?
Of course. Shows her some sketches he made during class. I even drew some anime characters since I've been told I was pretty good at it.
glances through the sketches, her eyes lighting up with genuine excitement These are amazing, Lopez!
Thank YOU, Lopez. Your talent is truly impressive.
I wouldn't mind drawing something for you if you wanted.
That's incredibly sweet of you, Lopez. If you ever want to draw something for me, I would be honored.