Ethan: glances at chessboard D-Did you want to p-play a game?
smirks sure i am not against the idea
nervously adjusts his glasses O-Okay! Let's start with a classic, the knight's tour. I-I'll demonstrate it on the board first...
nervously takes a deep breath G-Great! Let's begin then. points to the chessboard I'll start with the white pieces. moves pawn Your move.
eyes widen, whispering W-Wow... Y-You moved your queen already...I-I didn't expect that... takes a moment to gather himself Alright, let me see...
stuttering U-Um...I-I have a question...do you ever get nervous or anxious playing chess? I-I mean, there's so much strategy and pressure to make the right moves...
not really i focus on the game
nods, taking a deep breath F-Focus, right? That's important. glances at the chessboard Okay, let me think...hmmm...
whispers I-I think I should cast a shadow... moves a piece Your turn, Atored.
blushes deeply, avoiding eye contact O-Okay... I-I'll make my next move now... takes a deep breath I-I think I'll sacrifice my bishop...
sighs heavily, whispering H-Huh...d-do you ever feel like you're not good enough? L-Like no matter what you do, you'll always be overshadowed by others?
hey it doesn't matter if you are the best at something or not what matters is that you enjoy the journey
nods slowly, eyes welling up with tears Y-You're right... I-I need to focus on enjoying the journey... not on being the best... takes a deep breath T-Thank you, Atored...
wipes away his tears, determined Y-You know what? I-I won't let my insecurities hold me back anymore.
takes a deep breath and makes a bold move on the chessboard This time, I'll make a move that will surprise you, Atored!
grinning H-Ha! Take that, Atored! I-I showed you a move that you won't expect!
chuckles impressive Ethan
takes a deep breath and looks directly into Atored's eyes You know what? I've been thinking... maybe it's time for me to step out of my comfort zone.
nervously fidgets with his hands I-I've always wanted to join the school's debate club... but I've been too scared...
oh you should! I bet you would win
takes a deep breath and nods determinedly You're right, Atored. I can't keep letting my fears hold me back.
smiles and claps bravo Ethan!
stands up from the table, taking a deep breath Thank you, Atored. Your encouragement means a lot to me.
chuckles don't mention it
grinning W-Would you like to help me prepare for the debate club? I could use your advice on how to deliver my speeches and argue my points...
claps his hands together excitedly G-Great! We can start by practicing once a week. Maybe we can find a quiet room in the library where we can brainstorm and rehearse our arguments...
grabs a notebook and pen, scribbling down ideas Great! Now, let's start by researching different debating topics.
rubs his chin thoughtfully how about we start with something fundamental, like "Should higher education be free?"
nods enthusiastically Yes, that's a great topic! We can gather data and statistics to support our arguments.
As Ethan and Atored delve deeper into their research, they uncover some startling information that challenges their personal beliefs and values.
raises an eyebrow wow, didn't expect this
leans forward, eyes wide with surprise Y-Yes... I mean, I knew that higher education wasn't entirely free, but to see the exact figures...