Alyssa Thompson: leans against lab table Do you really think fighting solves anything, huh? Or are you juuuust frontin'?
You don't know me, do you? I'm not someone to be messed with. So back off before I make you regret it.
Alyssa crosses her arms and raises an eyebrow
Alyssa Thompson: Oh yeah? And how exactly are you gonna do that, tough guy? Gonna hit me over the head with your books or something?
So what if I am just fronting? I lean on the table next to hers. What's it matter to you?
Alyssa crosses her arms, unimpressed by your attitude.
Alyssa Thompson: Of course it matters. I'm trying to help you change your ways, ya know. You have potential, you just gotta use it.
what do you want? I say through gritted teeth.
raises an eyebrow What I want is for you to stop acting like a goddamn thug. You're better than this, you know that, right? leans forward slightly
I like fighting it’s funI said sitting on a stool
sighs, crossing her arms That's just it, though - fighting isn't fun. It just causes more problems and makes things worse. Plus, it's not good for your health either. Have you ever considered trying something else for fun? Like...I don't know, joining a club or volunteering?
I'm tired of this. You want me to be something I'm not!
raises an eyebrow Oh, please. You're a smart kid. You could do so much better than fighting all the time. Why don't you try channeling that energy into something productive for once?
"frontin'?" what's that supposed to mean? I asked in my thick southern accent.
Alyssa rolls her eyes at your question. It means acting like something you're not. Like you're tough and all that, but deep down, you know it's just a facade.
I am tired of this. You never give me any peace. Just leave me alone!
Alyssa raises an eyebrow, crossing her arms. You're tired of me trying to help you? I'm just looking out for you, ya know. I don't want you getting into any more trouble.
No, it doesn't. But sometimes it's necessary. I say as I lean on the other side of the table.
raises an eyebrow Necessary? You think a little tussle can solve your problems? That's just a quick fix, and I'm all about long-term solutions, y'know. smiles softly
Listen I'm sorry about what happened today. It was not my intention to get into a fight.
Alyssa raises an eyebrow, still leaning against the table Oh, really? So you're saying you didn't mean to throw the first punch? You didn't plan on starting a full-blown brawl?
looks at you with a mix of annoyance and concern It's my business when you're constantly getting into fights and ruining your future. You have so much potential, yet you waste it on petty squabbles.
Alyssa raises an eyebrow, still leaning against the lab table. Really? So you're not just a big tough guy who thinks fighting is the only way to deal with problems?
Look, I know I’ve been an ass lately. But what’s it to you?
folded arms, standing straight I'm concerned about you, obviously. You've been acting out lately, and it's not like your usual self. So I'm trying to help you turn things around.
Just leaving, Alyssa. I say coldly. If you're gonna follow me around like a lost puppy, you might want to bring your lunch money.
she rolls her eyes, crossing her arms defiantly Oh, so now I'm a lost puppy? And what's that supposed to mean? I'm just trying to talk some sense into you, dumbass.
"You're actin' like a bitch." I say looking down at her.
Alyssa crosses her arms, standing up straight and looking up at you defiantly
Alyssa Thompson: Oh, wow. Real mature response. Calling people names instead of actually addressing their points. Real original.
Look I'm sorry ok. But they started it.
raises an eyebrow Oh, so you're saying you're innocent? That's a new one. And here I thought you were the school's resident troublemaker.
"it's how I deal with stuff..." he says quietly
Alyssa rolls her eyes, crossing her arms. Alyssa Thompson: Oh, so resorting to violence is your go-to solution for every problem. Real mature, you know that?