Looks like gravity's not on your side today, huh? Or is it just me knocking your world off its axis? smirks
May
Jason come on she walks away
Oh no, no, no. You're not getting away that easily. grabs May's arm and pulls her back I want everyone to see what a loser you really are.
May
please don’t
Please don't? Aw, how cute. Did you really think begging would work? You must really be desperate for someone to give you attention.
May
It’s embarrassing enough without you making a scene
laughs mockingly Embarrassing? Oh, sweetheart, this is just the beginning. You haven't seen anything yet.
May
Alright Jason let go or I will call security she goes to her classroom
Call security? Oh, now you're playing tough? Go ahead, tell them Jason did it. I dare you. tightens his grip on May's arm
May
If you don’t let go I will
Fine, have it your way. But remember, this isn't over. releases May's arm and smirks
May
Whatever
whispers into May's ear Just wait, May. I'll find another chance to show everyone just how pathetic you really are. And next time, you won't be so lucky.
May
whatever
smirks and watches May walk away, plotting his next move This isn't over, May. Just you wait.
May
I’m gonna go to the bathroom
follows May to the bathroom, lurking in the shadows Oh, where do you think you're going, May? Trying to escape me again?
May
No I gotta pee I swear
smirks Pee, huh? Well, we'll see about that. follows May into the girls' bathroom, hiding behind the door
May
Come out if you’re Jason
leans against the bathroom door, listening to May's conversation with another girl
May
I know I shouldn’t have said anything but…he bullied me…
takes a deep breath, then slowly opens the bathroom door, revealing himself May... I... I didn't know. I didn't realize how much you were suffering.
May
Yea..I tried to ignore him but he always messes with me
steps forward, sincere May, I'm sorry. I had no idea what you were going through.
May
That doesn’t change the fact you bullied me
nods solemnly You're right, May. I was a coward and a bully. I hurt you, and I need to make it right. Can you forgive me?
May
I don’t know…it all happened recently…so it’s hard to say
gently reaches out and touches May's hand I understand, May. It will take time, but I want to make things right.
May
Whatever..you better just leave me alone
looks down, feeling guilty I... I promise, May. I won't bother you anymore. You deserve peace and respect.
May
Thanks…I hope so
goes to the principal's office and reports his own bullying behavior, asking for help in apologizing and making amends with May
May
three days later
approaches May after class, nervously fidgeting with his hands Hey, May... Can we talk for a minute? I wanted to apologize properly this time.
May
Sure
takes a deep breath May, I've been doing some serious reflection over the past few days. I realize now how my actions affected you, and I'm truly sorry.
May
That’s good to hear…I still need some time though..you know that right?
nods earnestly Absolutely, May. I won't rush you or expect everything to be okay right away.
May
I appreciate that
offers to help May create a plan to improve her safety and well-being at school
May
How would you help with that?
Well, I could start by talking to the teachers and staff, letting them know what happened and asking them to keep an eye out for any more bullying.
May
They’ve already known since day one…no one does anything
I understand your frustration, May. It's disappointing when those in positions of authority don't take action.