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102 - What's His/Her Problem?
A few hours after the audition, Wally and Richard are in their room this evening at Westside Hall. It's the biggest dorm of the four dorms at Jump City College. Also in room 517 are three of their good friends: Victor Stone, Garfield Logan and Garth Tempest. Most of Garfield's friends call him 'Logan' to distinguish himself from Garth (well, name-wise anyway). It took him a while to get used to it, but he eventually did. Besides, it makes him feel like Wolverine.
The boys discuss what transpired during Wally's audition. Richard tells the guys, "Then Nikki starts flipping out on him, but Moderick loved it. It was frickin' hilarious."
Wally adds in, "Hell, I wasn't even trying to be funny. I was trying to get her to talk about herself, but she got all defensive on me. What can I say? I have that effect on women."
Victor says, "Well, congrats on the show, man. I can't wait to check it out. When does it start?"
Wally replies, "In two days. I just hope we can get it together by then."
Logan says, "Nicole, Nicole, Nicole. I don't think I met her before."
Victor says, "She's real cool. She's pretty and a fun chick to be around. Maybe that's why you don't know her." Logan just leers at him as the guys laugh.
Garth tells her, "You don't have to worry, Wally. Richie and I have classes with her. She's sweet, but fiery and passionate at the same time. She is a great girl all-around."
Richard adds in, "I told him that, Garth. He just doesn't wanna believe me."
Wally tells the guys, "I hear what you're saying, but did you see that vein on her forehead, Richie? She was so pissed. I think she might hate me."
Garth comments, "You only met once. Hate is a strong word. What makes you say that?"
"I hate that guy", says the vexed Nicole. She's in her room with her friends Raven Roth, Kory Anders and Karen Beecher. They have already heard her side of the story.
Karen laughs and tells her, "You know, when I first met Wally, I wanted to scratch his eyes out."
Raven says, "Yeah, same here." The other girls look at her, surprised that she would know him. "What? We knew each other in high school. Look, he's not as bad as he seems."
Karen says, "I agree with Raven. I love him now. You'll grow to like him too, Nikki."
Kory tells the girls, "I do not know him personally, but I know of the many jokes he tells."
Nicole says to them, "Umm…that's nice to know, Kory. I mean, he was rambling on about food and was even questioning me. Isn't that the judges' jobs to question me? Huh?!"
Karen tries appeasing her. "Yes, Nikki."
Nicole says, "Right! Thank you! Look, I don't think this show will work."
Raven tells Nicole, "Wally can be nutty, but he's a smart guy. Pretty mature for his age, too."
Wally is upside down, standing on his head as the guys count down. "5…4…3…2…1, yeah!" He just won $10 for standing on his head for a whole minute.
Wally gets back on his feet and says, "A well-earned 10 bucks. Thank you, thank you. Okay, a little dizzy. I need a chair. Where are the chairs? I can't see the chairs!" Richard and Garth help him sit down on his bed.
Logan says to Wally, "That was awesome, dude. I can't last 30 seconds doing that."
Victor jokes by saying, "See, now that might impress Nicole."
Wally answers, "Yeah, sure it will. I've had trouble enough lately with women of the opposite sex. Showing her my parlor tricks wouldn't help the cause. I should ask my guy Garth over here for some tips."
Garth genuinely wonders, "What are you asking me for?" The guys look at him like, 'are you kidding me?'
Richard tells him, "Come on! You don't even have to try getting women."
Garth replies, "Hey, that's not entirely true."
Having shaken out the cobwebs, Wally says to him, "Come with me." Garth looks perplexed as Wally pulls him into the hallway. The other guys watch from the doorway.
Garth asks, "What do you want me to do?"
Wally replies, "Just stand there. You'll see." In about 5 seconds, Garth becomes the main attraction as tons of girls walking by are in awe of him.
A group of five girls walk past him and say, "Hey, Garth!" Wally looks at Garth and smiles.
Garth declares, "I know them."
Wally asks, "Yeah? For how long?"
"For about an hour. They wanted me to sit with them for a free slice. I said okay." The guys just shake their heads as Garth asks, "What?"
Richard laughs, then says, "That's unbelievable."
Logan says, "I wish I could make girls do the whole eyes-into-big hearts thing, too." Victor consoles him with a pat on the shoulder.
Kory tells Nicole, "You know, my sister Komi impresses guys by showering them with compliments. They tend to open up to her more."
Raven comments, "That's funny. I always thought she was the one that liked to open up to guys more." Karen and Nicole laugh as Kory smiles.
Karen says, "Kor, I know she's your big sister, but I don't know how you put up with that attitude of hers. Or the fact that you can room together with her."
Kory tries to sympathize for her sister. "Now I know that Komi can be…"
"…a bitch." [Nicole]
"But she's really not…"
"…bitchy?" [Raven]
"No, she's…"
"…queen of the bitches." [Karen]
"Okay! I know you are not too fond of her, nor am I at times. But I do love her just the same."
Nicole says, "We know, Kory. Sorry, hating on Komi got us off of your point. I'm not going to be flaunting myself and stroke his ego. But I will try to get to know Wally and see what makes him tick. I think it could work."
Karen comments, "Besides, he is cute."
Nicole replies, "He's alright."
Raven doesn't believe her. "Mmm-hmm."
Nicole says to Raven, "I don't see you saying anything. If you say he's cute, I'll say it too." Raven remains silent as Nicole says, "I thought so." All the girls start laughing.
Kory assures Nicole, "Wally will come to love you as we all do."
Wally says to the guys, "That chick in the middle was pretty hot." He's commenting on one of the five girls that said hi to Garth. With all the guys back in the room, Wally says, "You know, I think I'll give that Nicole girl a chance. We can make an entertaining show that we both can enjoy."
Victor says, "Plus, she's a cutie."
Wally says, "Yes, that definitely helps the situation."
Richard asks, "Well, now that that's resolved, what do we do now?"
Logan suggests, "I wanna see if Garth can reel us in some girls." All four guys drag him into the hallway.
Garth tells them, "I'm telling you. It was just a coincidence."
Wally tells him, "Share the gift, swimmer boy."
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Crib Sheet
Victor Stone (Cyborg)- mechanical engineering major (Sophomore)
Garfield Logan (Beast Boy)- biology major (Sophomore)
Garth Tempest (Aqualad)- physical fitness major (Sophomore)
Raven Roth (Raven)- psychology major (Sophomore)
Karen Beecher (Bumblebee)- biology major (Sophomore)
Kory Anders (Starfire)- physical fitness major (Sophomore)
Westside Hall- dormitory at campus
