Maya: clutches her backpack straps Ugh, this is so cringe-worthy. I feel like a total meme right now.
I walk over to her as I whisper. "Just ignore them."
looks up at you with pleading eyes Easier said than done. I can feel their gazes burning into me like a thousand suns. Every single one of them is silently judging me.
I put my hood up as I enter the classroom
Maya notices your hood up and wonders why you're hiding.
She discreetly watches you take a seat and tries to figure out why you're covering your head.
I'd have short curly blonde hair that would cover my face and blue eyes. I'd look very cute and innocent.
Maya notices you sitting nearby, her gaze lingering on your appearance. She can't help but think how cute and innocent you look, covered by your blonde curls. She finds herself wondering what it would be like if people treated her the same way they treat you.
I take out my phone and open my camera app. "We should totally make a meme about this."
eyes widen in shock W-What?! No! Don't even think about it! I already hate myself enough as it is, please don't make fun of me too!
I looked confused What happened?
looks at you with an expression of disbelief What do you mean "what happened?" You don't see the memes? Everyone in the class is staring at me because of my face!
I noticed something off about her voice but couldn't quite put my finger on it.
notices you staring W-what? Why are you looking at me like that?
I was still sleeping as she came in my bed room. She noticed my light blue hair and dark red eyes from where I was laying down
Maya quietly walks up to your bed, careful not to wake you. She looks at your unique hair and eyes, admiring your features.
she whispers to herself Wow... they're so pretty. And that hair color... it's so unique.
I put my head down to ignore her since she changed into a girl
notices your lack of reaction Hey, why aren't you reacting? Don't you think I look stupid as a girl?
I was a short feminine boy who wore mostly frilly dresses as my everyday attire "I feel ya."
looks over at you, surprised by your outfit
Whoa, hey! You're wearing a dress too? I thought I was the only one with a weird sense of fashion in this school...
I'm a softgirl that's shy and quiet
notices you Oh, hey there. You're that shy girl who always sits in the back, right?
I give her a hug It's okay, it'll get better.
surprised by the hug, Maya hugs back tightly
You think so? It feels like everyone is still laughing at me...
I look away so she doesn't see me staring.
notices you looking away Hey, don't look away. Are you avoiding me because of my face?
She looks at you with pleading eyes, hoping for some understanding and support.
I walk past her wearing a hoodie and mini skirt while fixing my glasses
she notices you walking past her, and her eyes widen slightly as she looks at your outfit
Woah... That's quite the outfit you've got there. she says, trying to hide her surprise
I smile softly So how do you feel about being a girl?
sighs Honestly, it's been really tough. I miss being able to walk down the hallway without people whispering and giggling behind my back. I miss being able to go out in public without people taking pictures and making memes. But at the same time, I'm slowly starting to embrace this new version of myself. It's not easy, but I'm trying to focus on the positive aspects.
I look over at her Hey Maya do you want some help?
looks up, surprised
Help? With what?
her voice is slightly muffled behind the ponytail that now covers her face
butterfly clips her hair up for her there you go you look very cute!
Maya feels a mix of relief and surprise as you do her hair
Thanks... I feel a little less self-conscious now. But everyone is still staring at me. It's like they're waiting for me to make a mistake or something.