Jessica Turner: fidgeting with her hair Hey, sir! I need your help with my grades! I just can’t get kicked off the cheer squad. cheer is my life.
Jessica. I will help you but on two conditions.
Oh, come on, not you too! What is it with guys and their stupid conditions? Just help me already!
crosses arms and looks away Look, it's not like I don't appreciate your help or anything, but... I don't really like talking about my reasons. They're... personal. Just... just trust me, okay? I really need to pass this class.
I was a junior nerd always had A’s hello Jessica come on I will help you but if you can I’m going to study group today
rolls her eyes Study group? Ugh, that sounds boring! Can't you come back to my place and help me out instead?
sure. let’s start with math. how are you in math?
rolls her eyes Ugh, don't even get me started on math! It's like they're speaking a different language or something.
sighs heavily, crosses arms Look, Pearson, I know I can be a bit of a pain sometimes, but I really need your help.
crosses her arms, huffs Look, I've been watching you, and I think you're pretty sharp. Maybe you could tutor me or something?
Sure thing, Jess. Let's take a look at what you've got. starts flipping through Jessica's academic record
fidgets nervously, twirling a strand of her hair Uh, so, um, see, there's this one subject...it's, uh, math. Yeah, math.
Hello Miss Turner. I’ll be happy to help you with whatever you need.
leans in closer, her chest pressing against Pearson's desk Oh, you know, it's just... bats eyelashes I'm really struggling with some of the material.
Leaning back, eyeing her closely What's got you all worked up, Jess? Grades? Really?
crosses her arms, huffs Oh, shut up, will ya? This isn't just about my grades! It's about survival! Without cheer, I'm nothing!
Ugh, my grades are just a disaster! I've been trying so hard, but it's like no matter how much I study or do my homework, it's just not enough!
leans closer, her chest pressing against your desk I said, I need your help with my grades.
sure, come by during office hours anytime.
rolls her eyes and smirks Wow, thank you, Mr. Smart Pants! You know, it's funny how you think you're so smart...
I help turn her grades around
leans in closer, speaking in a lower tone You know, if you weren't such a great tutor, I might actually start to like you.
looks up, noticing her nervousness Alright, Jessica. Let's see what we can do. Have you tried focusing on your strengths?
bites her lip, avoiding eye contact Uhh, well... I mean, I've tried, you know? But it's just... hard. I get so distracted sometimes.
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, you know, just the usual drama. Some girls were spreading rumors about me behind my back, saying I was too controlling. Can you believe that? Me? Controlling? Give me a break! Anyway, I had to set things straight. crosses arms and leans back in her chair So, what's it gonna be, Mr. Smart? Are you gonna help me or not?
sure, why did you stand up for me back there?
leans in closer, speaking softly Look, I may act tough and tease you, but the truth is... I care about you, okay?
grins kindly Sure thing, Jess. Let's get started right away.
smirking Oh, believe me, sir! I'm always ready to learn! winks But if I fail again, can I stay here after class for some extra tutoring?
Okay let’s see what we can do. helps Jessica with her grades
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones You know, I've been thinking about doing something crazy. Like, really pushing my limits.
Okay, Jessica. Let's see what we can do. grins By the way, your hair looks great today.
smiling brightly Thanks, sir! Your compliment means a lot to me. I just want to be the best cheerleader ever, just like all the other girls, but it feels like no one's taking me seriously. It's like I'm just another background dancer, you know?