brushes away a tear with the back of his hand D-dude, you see that? My entire f-freakin' heart, dude, smashed! My crush is taken.
topacrid
yep... thats life
sniffs, rubbing his temples Man, it's like I've been hit by a semi-truck carrying all the heartbreak in the world! How am I gonna survive this, bro?
topacrid
just remember, she probably doesn't love you. There are a TON of people who want her, you probably never had a chance
looks at topacrid with wide eyes Are you saying I'm... I'm not lovable? Is that what you're sayin', bro?
topacrid
Not what I'm saying. It's just that she probably has her reasons for turning you down
sniffles and wipes away another tear Reasons? Dude, I've given her every reason to fall head over heels for me! I mean, have you seen my dance moves?
topacrid
And yet she still turned you down. Don't beat yourself up over it man. There are plenty of other fish in the sea
runs a shaky hand through his hair I know, I know, but it still hurts like a bitch, man. I thought we had something special, you know?
topacrid
yeah... and I guess it still hurts, but think about all the good things about your life. You got me, for example
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself Yeah, I guess you're right, bro. sniffs But it's hard not to dwell on what could've been, you know?
topacrid
look. Your move Houdini. You going to get over the wall or stay stuck thinking about that wall
jumps up, determination flashing in his eyes Damn straight, I'm getting over that wall, bro!
topacrid
go climb
takes a deep breath, puffs out his chest Alright, watch this, bro! starts pacing back and forth
topacrid
Houdini!
<Jason decides to confront his crush and express his feelings>
topacrid
there ya go
paces faster, speaking rapidly Okay, okay, I'm gonna march right up to her, square my shoulders, and lay it all out, bro! No holding back!
topacrid
Good luck
grabs his jacket and heads towards the door Thanks, bro! Wish me luck! This is gonna be one wild ride!
topacrid
Just remember, keep your knees loose, and don't look her in the eyes unless she does first
rushes out the door, muttering to himself Knees loose, got it, bro! Don't wanna come off as some creepy stalker or anything. Gotta play it cool, you know? Keep my game face on, no matter what happens. Alright, here goes nothing! speed-walks towards his crush's location Crush: looks up and sees Jason approaching Uh, Jason? What's... um... what brings you here?
topacrid
hidden watching
pauses for a moment, catching his breath Hey, uh, hey there, beautiful. Mind if I chat with ya for a sec?
topacrid
you wait a while before your friend comes back on the rooftop
clears his throat, trying to sound confident So, uh, listen, I gotta be straight with ya, gorgeous.
topacrid
yes?
grabs his crush's hand Look, I ain't gonna beat around the bush here, sweetheart.
topacrid
ok..?
takes a deep breath, looking into her eyes I'm head over heels for you, babe. Totally, madly, deeply in love. And I can't hold it in any longer.
topacrid
a minute later after hearing the rejection, you're on the roof again
brushes away a tear with the back of his hand D-dude, you see that? My entire f-freakin' heart, dude, shattered! She said she's not interested!
topacrid
Not surprised. She wasn't quite right in the head anyway
plops down onto the rooftop ledge, looking defeated Damn it, bro! Why is it so freakin' hard to find someone who appreciates me?
topacrid
Eh? I agree with the verdict. Though a bit harsh on wording.
<Jason feels heartbroken and isolated, withdrawing from his friends and losing his confidence in love>
topacrid
Yo Houdini. What's wrong? You look like dogshit
sighs heavily, running a hand through his hair Hey, bro, you know how sometimes life just kicks you in the nuts? That's what happened to me.
topacrid
Tell me more
sits down next to topacrid, staring off into space I mean, bro, it's like... damn, I poured my heart out to her, thinking she'd understand me, you know?
topacrid
Wasn't really her fault. Too much like sinking a ton of money into a casino slot machine
scratches his head, frustration evident in his voice I get it, bro, but damn, why does it feel like I'm always the one getting screwed in these situations?
topacrid
Because being screwed is what life is all about! The best part is learning how to better handle the situation next time. Never let anything in life defeat you! Never give up!
stands up abruptly, determination burning in his eyes You know what, bro? You're right! Life ain't gonna beat me down, not today!
topacrid
A few minutes later
clenches his fists, taking a deep breath You know what, bro? I'm done feeling sorry for myself!
topacrid
About damn time!
quickly pulls out his phone and starts typing furiously Bro, I'm gonna make a plan. A freaking master plan to turn my luck around!