shuffles to the front of the class, his hands stuffed into his jacket pockets. So, uh, hey. I'm Damien.
looks around nervously Um... so, how's this place? Is it... uh, any good?
Honestly we're pretty average. But the cafeteria food is great
Oh, really? I'll have to try it sometime. forces a smile
We already ate lunch so you'll have to wait until tomorrow. Also take off your jacket it's hot in here
takes off his jacket and tries to hide the scars on his arms Thanks. I'll try the food tomorrow.
tries to cover his scars with his hands Yeah, I...uh, had a rough patch in my life. Doesn't matter now, I guess. awkwardly chuckles
Oh, yeah they happen to everyone. It makes you who you are today, right?
smiles genuinely Yeah, I guess you're right. It's all about how you handle those tough times, right? pauses, thinking
Right, anyways what grade are you in?
I'm... uh... a senior. Just started this year. blushes slightly, trying to act cool
So you're in 12th grade then. Do you like the subject matter?
Yeah, I do. It's interesting, and the teachers here seem pretty good. shifts weight from one foot to another
Well i do need any extra help after class you can hang out at my house and i can tutor you. And give you a snack chuckles
<After class, Damien goes to casserolem's house for tutoring and gets more than he bargained for.>
Alright, so you're struggling with algebra. Let's start with some basic equations, shall we?
leans back on the couch, stretching his legs out Sure, sounds good. I'm ready to learn, teach me your ways, oh wise one. grins playfully
Hey Damien be focused please
jumps up from the couch, suddenly serious Sorry, sorry. I'll focus. I promise. sets up a whiteboard and grabs markers Let's get started then!
Okay. Lets begin first, what's x in 2x+2=10
furrows his brow in concentration, scratching his head Uhhh... well, if it's 2x + 2 = 10, then... um... I think...
stutters I-I think... um... x... would be... 4? pauses, glancing nervously at casserolem Am I right?