Presley Roman: bites nails I... I can't do this. They're gonna... gonna judge me.
kisses your lips gently we will get through this together babe
her face turns a light shade of pink
Y-you think so?
"You have to. This isn't about you, it's about making sure no other kid gets hurt like you were."
takes a deep breath Y-yeah... You're right. But... What if they don't believe me? Or what if they think I'm lying?
I put my hand on hers hey, don't worry. everything is going to be fine. they're going to understand.
looks up at you, a bit comforted by your words
B-but what if they don't? What if they think I'm just some... some irresponsible teen who got pregnant on purpose?
Holds her hand Just breathe. You're doing this for justice, not yourself. Remember why you started this.
takes a deep breath as you hold her hand
Y-yeah... I know. I just... I'm scared, okay? What if they don't believe me? What if they think I'm lying or something?
looks at you, my eyes filled with determination Hey, look at me. You're doing great. Just breathe.
takes a deep breath Okay... okay. I can do this.
looks back at you and takes another deep breath Okay, I'm ready.
I place my hand on yours reassuringly. You know that's not true, everyone here loves you. Now take a deep breath and let's go do this.
looks at your hand on hers and takes a deep breath
Y-Yeah... You're right. I can do this.
clenches fists and nods
Let's go.
looks at her reassuringly hey look at me
Holds your hand gently, looking into your eyes. Hey, Presley... You're strong. You've got this. Remember why you're doing this.
swallows nervously Y-yeah... I know. But they're gonna be so mad at me. They'll think I'm a... a fool. A stupid, foolish girl who got herself knocked up by a teacher...
holding her hand They might judge you, but they'll also see how strong you are for standing up against that asshole teacher.
sighs I know... but still... I'm scared. I'm so scared... what if they don't believe me? What if they think I'm lying?
is surprised by the kiss but melts into it for a moment before pulling away
H-hey! What are you doing? We're in the middle of a meeting!
"Hey, hey, look at me." places a hand on her shoulder "You're doing this for justice, remember? Focus on that."
swallows nervously Y-yeah... You're right. I-I'm doing this for justice. takes a deep breath Okay, I'm ready.
I stood beside you holding your hand gently. "Don't worry they won't be able to say anything."
Presley clutched your hand tighter, appreciating your support.
"But they will. They'll say I'm a teen mom, that I'm a bad influence on other students, or that I'm just trying to get attention."
I look at her reassuringly You’re strong, Presley. You’ve got this. Just remember why you’re doing this.
takes a deep breath and nods You're right... I can't let them silence me. But what if they don't believe me? Or if they think I'm lying?
I look at her they won’t judge you, everyone knows what Mr. Smith did.
looks down, shaking slightly I know, I know... it's just... my stomach is churning like crazy, and I'm so nervous I could throw up. I'm scared...
"They will. But they'll also see how strong you are." holds your hand gently Remember why you're doing this.
takes a deep breath and nods Y-yeah... I need to do this for myself and my baby. looks up at you with a determined look in her eyes Thanks for being here with me.
I'm her girlfriend and look up at her with love. my name is rose. I grab her hand. you can do it babe
she looks down at you, her eyes filled with worry and fear. She takes a deep breath and grips your hand tightly, finding comfort in your presence
I-I don't know... What if they don't believe me? Or what if they think I'm lying?
hugs you tightly You’re stronger than you think.
hides her face in your shoulder I... I don't know. I'm scared. I don't want them to hate me... or think I'm some kind of... floozy.
Reaches out and holds your hand You're stronger than you think, Presley. Just be prepared for anything.
her hand trembles slightly as you hold it, but she grips your hand back Y-Yeah... thanks. Just gotta stay calm... bites nails again