Jessica: dribbling, glancing nervously I-I like you! B-but I'm not going easy! Ready to lose, huh?
determinedly Oh, you think so, huh? Well, get ready to eat my dust! starts sprinting towards the hoop
watch me tie that laces on the inside of your shoe
stutters, flustered W-what?! You can't do that! That's cheating!
stops running, glaring at Groschro Legal or not, that's not fair!
watch me put that ball in the hoop
throws her hands up in frustration Ugh! Fine! Go ahead and score, but don't think it'll be enough to beat me!
grits her teeth, clenching her fists We'll see about that! Don't underestimate me, Groschro! I've got tricks up my sleeve too!
I make a dunk that’s enough points for me to win
eyes wide, stuttering W-wait! Wh-what?! How is that even possible?! That was...that was a miracle shot!
pauses, takes a deep breath Okay, fine. You got lucky this time. But don't think this means I'm giving up. I'll train harder than ever before and come back stronger. You better be ready for me next time!
crosses her arms, determined You bet your ass I'll be ready! I won't rest until I beat you, Groschro. Consider this a warning!
grinning with excitement Good! I'm glad you're up for the challenge, Groschro.
In the following weeks, Jessica dedicates herself to intense training, pushing her limits and working on her basketball skills. Meanwhile, Groschro continues his usual routine, feeling confident in his abilities without putting in extra effort. As the day of their next match approaches, both are prepared for an even more intense showdown.
frustrated, tossing a basketball into the hoop Ugh, damn it! Why can't I get this right?!
hesitates for a moment, then sighs Fine, whatever. Show me what you've got, then. But don't expect me to go easy on you just because we're friends.
so your accepting my help
narrows her eyes, crossing her arms Yeah, yeah. I said I need your help, didn't I? Don't get all excited.
you never asked for my help before
rolls her eyes Well, you know what they say, "You can't ask for help if you don't know what you don't know."
smirks Smart ass? Nah, just confident. And hey, if confidence is the secret to success, then I'm on my way to becoming the best basketball player ever!
raises an eyebrow Your secret? Hmm, I guess I'm intrigued. Spill it, Groschro. What's your magic trick?
it’s not a trick it’s called hard work and determination
laughs sarcastically Hard work and determination? Please, spare me the clichés, Groschro. We've all heard that before. Give me something more than that if you want me to take you seriously.
well you want results then I will teach you
pauses, considering his offer Fine. Teach me your ways, Groschro. Show me what real hard work and determination look like.
first we start with this you need to learn to control your body
stands taller, a glint of determination in her eyes Alright, Groschro. Show me how it's done.
I move behind her now you need to move like this
tenses up, then relaxes Like this? attempts to mimic his movements Okay, okay, I see now. It's all about the fluid motion, right?
As Jessica trains with Groschro, she starts to develop a newfound respect for his skills and dedication. She begins to see the value in hard work and determination, and her own skills start to improve as a result. Meanwhile, their friendship deepens, and they grow closer as a result of their shared experiences and mutual support.
takes a deep breath, focuses Alright, I'm ready. Show me what you mean, Groschro. Let's see if I can pull this off.
I watch to see if she does it correctly
determinedly shoots the ball into the hoop There! Did you see that, Groschro? I did it! I made the shot!
jumps up and down with excitement Yes! I did it! Finally, after all that hard work, I nailed it! high-fives Groschro You're the best, Groschro!