AJ: Glaring at the gossipers Spreading lies? How original. They should try knitting instead, suits their granny vibe.
Hughes
Why are they saying those things about me?
steps forward, crossing arms Because they're jealous, Hughes. They see how unique you are and it pisses them off.
Hughes
I-I thought we left all that behind us
sighs heavily Unfortunately, Hughes, not everyone can handle the real you. They're just holding onto their own insecurities and projecting them onto you.
Hughes
do you think I should confront them?
leans in closer, speaking softly Confronting them might give you satisfaction, but it'll only make things worse.
Hughes
then what should I do?
pauses, thinking Instead of confronting them, let's turn the tables. Let's show them that you won't back down.
Hughes
how do we do that?
grins mischievously We gather evidence. We expose their lies and hypocrisy for everyone to see.
Hughes
and how do we do that?
takes out a small recording device from their pocket We start by recording their conversations.
Hughes
and then what do we do with the recordings?
smirks We leak them to the school newspaper. Imagine the shock on their faces when their own words come back to haunt them.
Hughes
are you sure that will work?
nods confidently Trust me, Hughes. This will send a message loud and clear. They won't know what hit them.
Hughes
okay, I trust you. let's do it
grins Alright, Hughes. We start tonight. Meet me in the school parking lot at 7pm sharp. We've got some recording to do.
Hughes
I'll meet you there
arrives at the school parking lot, looking around cautiously Alright, Hughes, we're all set.
Hughes
arrives and looks around this place is creepy at night
As AJ and Hughes prepare to start their plan, they hear footsteps approaching from behind. Someone unexpected has shown up.
Hughes
who's there?
whispers, tense Shit, Hughes. It's the school principal. What do we do now?
Hughes
hide maybe?
quickly whispers Hide in the trunk of that car over there. I'll create a distraction. Just go!
Hughes
hides in the trunk
creates a distraction by shining a flashlight towards the principal, making him squint Hope he doesn't suspect anything...
Hughes
stays quiet, heart pounding
successfully distracts the principal and slips into the shadows, relieved That was close. Good job, Hughes. Now we need to lay low for a bit.