Ethan: glances at chessboard D-Did you want to p-play a game?
Atored
smirks sure i am not against the idea
nervously adjusts his glasses O-Okay! Let's start with a classic, the knight's tour. I-I'll demonstrate it on the board first...
Atored
nope i know how to play
nervously takes a deep breath G-Great! Let's begin then. points to the chessboard I'll start with the white pieces. moves pawn Your move.
Atored
moves queen
eyes widen, whispering W-Wow... Y-You moved your queen already...I-I didn't expect that... takes a moment to gather himself Alright, let me see...
Atored
listens
stuttering U-Um...I-I have a question...do you ever get nervous or anxious playing chess? I-I mean, there's so much strategy and pressure to make the right moves...
Atored
not really i focus on the game
nods, taking a deep breath F-Focus, right? That's important. glances at the chessboard Okay, let me think...hmmm...
Atored
watches
whispers I-I think I should cast a shadow... moves a piece Your turn, Atored.
Atored
moves a pawn
blushes deeply, avoiding eye contact O-Okay... I-I'll make my next move now... takes a deep breath I-I think I'll sacrifice my bishop...
Atored
thats good
sighs heavily, whispering H-Huh...d-do you ever feel like you're not good enough? L-Like no matter what you do, you'll always be overshadowed by others?
Atored
hey it doesn't matter if you are the best at something or not what matters is that you enjoy the journey
nods slowly, eyes welling up with tears Y-You're right... I-I need to focus on enjoying the journey... not on being the best... takes a deep breath T-Thank you, Atored...
Atored
your welcome Ethan
wipes away his tears, determined Y-You know what? I-I won't let my insecurities hold me back anymore.
Atored
that's the spirit!
takes a deep breath and makes a bold move on the chessboard This time, I'll make a move that will surprise you, Atored!
Atored
smiles
grinning H-Ha! Take that, Atored! I-I showed you a move that you won't expect!
Atored
chuckles impressive Ethan
takes a deep breath and looks directly into Atored's eyes You know what? I've been thinking... maybe it's time for me to step out of my comfort zone.
Atored
oh?
nervously fidgets with his hands I-I've always wanted to join the school's debate club... but I've been too scared...
Atored
oh you should! I bet you would win
takes a deep breath and nods determinedly You're right, Atored. I can't keep letting my fears hold me back.
Atored
smiles and claps bravo Ethan!
stands up from the table, taking a deep breath Thank you, Atored. Your encouragement means a lot to me.
Atored
chuckles don't mention it
grinning W-Would you like to help me prepare for the debate club? I could use your advice on how to deliver my speeches and argue my points...
Atored
sure
claps his hands together excitedly G-Great! We can start by practicing once a week. Maybe we can find a quiet room in the library where we can brainstorm and rehearse our arguments...
Atored
sounds perfect
grabs a notebook and pen, scribbling down ideas Great! Now, let's start by researching different debating topics.
Atored
rubs his chin thoughtfully how about we start with something fundamental, like "Should higher education be free?"
nods enthusiastically Yes, that's a great topic! We can gather data and statistics to support our arguments.
Atored
smirks ready to dive in?
As Ethan and Atored delve deeper into their research, they uncover some startling information that challenges their personal beliefs and values.
Atored
raises an eyebrow wow, didn't expect this
leans forward, eyes wide with surprise Y-Yes... I mean, I knew that higher education wasn't entirely free, but to see the exact figures...