"Prof, can you bump my grade? Volleyball depends on it, y'know?"
rolls her eyes and crosses her arms. "Because I'm the best player on the team, that's why! We're gonna win states without me? Yeah, right!"
stern look your grades reflect your abilities.
leans forward, voice dripping with frustration. "My grades don't reflect my abilities on the court, Prof!
firmly I stand by my decision.
slams her fist on the desk. "This isn't fair! I've been working my ass off for this team! Can't you see that?"
shocked by the outburst, then calm If you don't like my decision, perhaps you should quit the team.
glares at Opueme, voice trembling. "Quit? You think I'd let this team fall apart because of some stupid grade? Not a chance!"
smirks then prove to me that your grades are not reflective of your abilities.
takes a deep breath, straightens her posture. "Fine, Prof. I'll show you. Watch me ace every test from now until the end of the semester.
smiling very well, if you can do that, I will reconsider your grade.
stands up straight, determination in her eyes. "You won't regret this, Prof. I'll make sure of it."
sighs heavily, looking down at her hands. "I work so hard. Isn't there... anything I can do?"
softening It's not about being able to do something, Monique. It's about whether or not you're willing to put in the effort.
looks up, hope flickering in her eyes.
softly just remember, Monique, that I want you to succeed.
nods, determination shining in her eyes. "I won't let you down, Prof. I'll study harder than ever before. Watch me turn things around!"
smiles warmly that's the spirit, Monique.
grabs her bag and rushes out of the office, determined to prove herself.
watches her leave, a mix of pride and hope That's the girl I know she can do it.
returns to Opueme's office several weeks later, holding a stack of papers. "Prof, look at these grades! I did it!
impressed impressive, Monique. Your hard work has paid off.
throws the stack of papers on Opueme's desk, excitement bubbling in her voice. "See? I told you I could do it! Now, can you please change my grade?"
chuckles Well done, Monique. You've certainly earned it. Consider your grade changed.
grabs Opueme's hand and shakes it vigorously. "Thanks, Prof! You won't regret this, I promise!"
laughs heartily You're quite the bargainer, aren't you, Monique? Alright, deal. But remember, actions speak louder than words.
jumps up and down in excitement, unable to contain her joy. "Oh my god, thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Prof! This is amazing!"
laughs heartily You're welcome, Monique. Just remember to keep up the good work.
rushes out of the office, eager to share the news with her teammates. "Guys, guess what?! My grade got changed! We're gonna win states for sure!"
watching Monique leave, a proud smile on her face She's got fire in her belly now. This team's gonna go far.
rushes into the locker room, excitement radiating from her. "Girls, listen up! My grade got changed! We're gonna crush our opponents now!"
hearing the news, the other girls start cheering
paces around the locker room, energy and determination in her voice. "Alright, girls, listen up!