"Fitz, I don't think this is a good idea."
"I can't observe?"
"They're not lab rats."
Fitz was not letting Olivia go alone with Marcus. This was their second weekend teaching classes. Marcus was already sending her news articles about the causes of poverty in the black community, and Olivia read everything. Fitz didn't like how Marcus always wanted her attention. Maybe his need for constant communication was innocuous and Fitz was simply jealous. Whatever it was, he was going to make sure that Marcus knew his place.
"I will be professional."
"Okay fine. Don't insult my class."
"Hey Olivia. You came back."
"Hello Shanice."
"I signed up for GED classes."
"That's great."
Fitz snickered and Olivia ignored him. She didn't want to discourage any of them.
"I'm trying to get a better job. Ain't nobody hiring me without a GED."
"You should really speak with Marcus Walker about a job."
"Can he work around my schedule? I need flexible hours because my baby daddies be tripping sometimes."
"You can discuss that after class."
"Okay, I'll see you in class."
"How many baby daddies does she have?"
"I don't know. If you can't keep your comments to yourself, I won't let sit you in the class."
"Why are you being sensitive?"
"Because these people are berated every day. They don't need you laughing at them."
"Fine, I'll be more aware of my white privilege." He said with sarcasm.
Olivia frowned at him and that was his cue to stop the jokes. Marcus was waiting in the hall.
"I wasn't expecting you to see you here Fitz."
"I'm observing. I might make a donation to your charity."
"I don't need your money."
"Can we start the classes now?" Olivia asked.
"Yes."
"Thank you."