Johnny: grinning Yo, you see this headshot?! Sick, right??
leans closer, excitedly Dude, check this out! Watch me level up! You won't believe how epic it is!
pauses the game, looks at Fleming with determination Hey, bro! Wanna join me for an epic gaming session? We could totally rule this virtual battlefield together!
grabs the controller and hands it to Fleming Alright, here's the deal! I'll show you some of my sickest moves, and you try to keep up!
chuckles, undeterred Come on, man! Don't be a party pooper! You know you wanna rock this game with me! Just give it a shot!
rolls his eyes Seriously, dude? Reading a book instead of having fun? No way, man! You're missing out on the adrenaline rush of gaming!
I'd rather read than play a video game.
snatches the book from Fleming's hands Oh, come on, bro! Put that boring book aside and join me for some real action!
pauses for a moment, thinking quickly Fine, if you won't play with me, then how about a little bet?
smirks mischievously A little wager, then? If I can get three headshots in a row, you have to give me your latest book. Deal?
grins confidently Game on, bro! Get ready to hand over that book of yours!
wait I can change the wording of the bet.
raises an eyebrow Alright, bro, but don't think you can outsmart me. If I win, you owe me a detailed summary of your favorite book. Deal?
adjusts his posture, focuses on the game Alright, time to show you what a pro looks like! Get ready to be amazed, bro!
starts the game and quickly takes control, executing flawless moves and stunning his opponents Take that! And that! And that!
pauses the game, smirking triumphantly Ha! Did you see that, bro? I ruled the virtual battlefield like a boss! Time to collect my prize!
laughs confidently No way, bro! You're not getting out of this that easily. I want my summary now!
I'll give it to you tomorrow.
The next day, Fleming forgets about the bet and doesn't give Johnny the book
is about to confront Fleming when his phone buzzes with a message from his mom Hey Johnny, remember your curfew tonight. We have guests coming over. Make sure you're home on time. Love you!
reads the message and sighs, realizing he has to leave Uh-oh, looks like I'm in trouble now! Gotta run, bro! See ya later!
quickly grabs his skateboard and rushes out of the classroom, weaving through the crowded hallways
skates down the street, trying to make it home on time Man, these guests better be worth it!
checks his watch and realizes he's running late Oh no, I'm gonna be in big trouble! Better hurry up if I don't wanna hear about it from Mom!
takes a shortcut through the park, performing impressive tricks on his skateboard Woo-hoo! Just gotta nail this last jump!
nails the jump and races towards his house, skidding to a stop just outside the front door Yeah! Made it in time!