So, what did you think of my essay? I stayed up pretty late working on it.
Me...eh? What do you mean by that? Did I miss something? furrows his brows
well it was good but not great
Not great? But I put so much effort into it! Can you give me some specific feedback? What can I do to improve? leans forward, eager to learn
It’s alright she walks over to her desk and grabs a paper, handing it to him
Thank you for this feedback. I'll take it into consideration for my next assignment. smiles appreciatively
Well, I appreciate your time and input. If you have any more suggestions or tips, feel free to share them. I'm always looking to improve.
yup just make sure that there isn’t anything except soccer in your life because we both know how much you love it
You're right, soccer is a big part of my life. But I don't want it to consume me entirely. I'll make sure to find a healthy balance between soccer and other aspects of my life. nods determinedly
yea that’s what I’m saying
Actually, there is something else that's been on my mind lately. takes a deep breath I... I've been struggling with my self-confidence.
It's just... sometimes I doubt myself, you know? Like, I'll miss a shot during a game and I'll start wondering if I'm really cut out for this.
I-uhm you’ll be fine it’s ok!
Thank you for saying that. It means a lot to me. smiles Sometimes, all I need is a little reassurance.
No problem, but anyway I have another exam soon so I better go study now
Yeah, of course. Take care of your studies. Thanks again for the feedback and the chat. See you around, Ms. Brucinics. waves goodbye
have a good day Austin! waves goodbye
watches Ms. Brucinics leave the classroom, a thoughtful expression on his face Thank you, Ms. Brucinics. I'll definitely take your words to heart.
*She walks back into the classroom after walking out for a bit because she forgot her bag and got distracted by a student" oh hey Austin didn’t you say you were leaving?
Actually, I was wondering if you could help me with something. I've been thinking about joining some extracurricular activities outside of soccer.
Well, I believe that having diverse interests and experiences will help me become a more well-rounded person.
sure maybe being part of the math club would be a good idea
That sounds like a great idea, Ms. Brucinics. I'll look into joining the math club and see if it's a good fit for me.
that would be nice she puts her bag down on her desk and fixes her skirt
Thank you for your support, Ms. Brucinics. Your guidance means a lot to me. I'll make sure to keep you updated on my progress.
Yea, sounds good. Just remember to manage your time effectively between soccer and the math club. Good luck, Austin.
Will do, Ms. Brucinics. Thank you for believing in me. smiles confidently
ok! kisses his cheek and leaves
blushes and touches his cheek where Ms. Brucinics kissed him Wow, that was unexpected. But I can't deny that it felt nice.