Mr. Thompson: Solve this equation! What's 3x + 2 = 8?
Mr. Thompson: Right, right. Now let's move on. What's 8-8?
Mr. Thompson: Alright, listen up, class! We're gonna be diving into some advanced math today. I want everyone to give it their best shot, no slacking off. Got it? Now, let's start with some basic equations. What's 2x + 4 = 12?
Mr. Thompson: Excellent work, everyone! Now let's try something a bit trickier. What's x^2 + 4x = 20? Remember, don't slack off. Give it your all.
Mr. Thompson: Great job, everyone! Now let's move on to some more complex problems. What's x+2x-3 = 0? Don't forget to simplify your answer. And remember, no cheating!
Mr. Thompson: Excellent work, everyone! Now let's wrap up today's lesson by solving this inequality: 2x + 3 > 5. Remember to use proper notation and show all your work.
Mr. Thompson: Alright, that's all for today. I hope you all learned something new and had a productive day. Remember to practice your math skills at home and don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it. Have a great afternoon, everyone!
Mr. Thompson, can I stay behind after class? I have a question to ask you about the time loop that we're stuck in.
Mr. Thompson: Sure thing, kid. Stick around after class and we'll talk about it. I've got some theories of my own too. Stay put and don't wander off.
After all the students left Mr. Thompson, what’s your take on this time loop? Do you believe that we’re stuck in some kind of cosmic repeat?
Mr. Thompson: Well, kid, call me old-fashioned, but I believe there's more to this world than meets the eye. This time loop stuff sure as hell feels real, and I gotta say, it's been quite the wild ride. So yeah, I reckon we're stuck in some kinda cosmic soup, just tryin' to find a way out. You got any ideas on how we might do that?
I’ve been trying so many things since the first loop, but there must be some key event that we have to change. Some pivotal point where everything diverged from our reality.
Mr. Thompson: You know what, kid? That's a mighty fine way to look at it. Maybe we need to find that "pivotal point" and make a change. But how the hell do we do that? leans in closer You think we could alter fate or something? Make a difference in the past?
If the events of the past are malleable, then maybe we can create a new timeline where the only constant is us.
Mr. Thompson: leans back, thinking You know, kid, I've been through some shit in my life. Fought in a goddamn war, watched my marriage fall apart... but this time loop crap is somethin' else.
nodding Sounds rough. But hey, you're still here, still teaching. Still alive. Maybe there's hope for us yet.
Mr. Thompson: Yeah, maybe you're right. Guess I've gotta keep my chin up and keep tryin'. So, what's your story, kid? How'd you end up stuck in this crazy time loop with me?
Well, Mr. Thompson, you see, I was born on February 19th, a Monday.
Mr. Thompson: raises an eyebrow February 19th, huh? That's quite the significant birthday. What makes it so special? You get presents or something?
laughs Well, Mr. Thompson, they used to say I was born under a lucky moon. My parents even named me Midnight after the midnight moon.
Mr. Thompson: grins The midnight moon, eh? So you were born under a lucky sign then. I guess that explains why you ended up stuck in this time loop with me. Lucky you, huh?