*Week 4*
Monday*
Logan is excited that it's finally the week of the talent show*
In the hallway at lockers he walks up to Jenny*
You ready for Friday? "he says"
Yeah but I'm really nervous "she says"
We've been practicing all month. We're gonna nail this. You'll be great Jenny. Just believe in yourself. Don't give up. I've been working hard on my robot in robotics club that'll help both of us with our acts. It's not ready yet. A few more adjustments and tests and it'll be ready for Friday "He says"
Are you sure it'll be ready in time for the show? What if something goes wrong? "She says"
I've prepared for that. I've got a back up plan for my back up plan. Let me worry about the robot stuff "He says"
Ok. I'm excited to see it "She says"
I'm excited for you to see it too "He says and they go to class"
During language arts the class is doing a crossword puzzle with definitions of the words they've been learning*
Naturally Logan finishes first and is given permission to help anyone who needs it*
Need some assistance Jenny? "He says"
Yeah I sure do "She says" Thanks
Help me next! "Justin says really loudly"
Logan just rolls his eyes and ignores him*
Don't ignore me when I'm talking to you!! "He continues ranting"
Stop being a jerk! Everyone else is trying to work you bully!! "Logan says"
Justin runs up to him and punches him hard in the stomach causing him to cry instantly*
PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE NOW!! "Miss. O'Neil says furiously"
Logan's parents arrive to see their son still crying in the nurses' office*
Justin's parents arrive 5 minutes later*
Your son has been terrorizing my son for far too long! You need to do something about it! His behavior towards other students is ATROCIOUS!!! "Mrs. Mitchell says"
Day after day he comes home and tells us what Justin has done to him and other students. Clearly detention isn't working. A more powerful punishment needs to be used!! "Mr. Mitchell says"
Justin's Mom: We've been getting a completely different story from Justin. He's been telling us your son is the bully
Justin's Dad: We were a bit unsure if he was telling the truth. He lies a lot unfortunately
Logan walks in and hugs his parents*
Hold on. That's the kid you've been messing with? You seriously think you could fool us into believing a kid that small was being mean to you?! "Justin's Mom says"
He hasn't just been hurting me. He's been mistreating my new friend Jenny. Calling her names and threatening to break and steal her things. He's out of control "Logan says"
Justin's Dad: We're very disappointed in you Justin!!
Justin's Mom: We didn't raise you to be a bully!!
You're not gonna be participating in the talent show on Friday "Principal Fitzpatrick says" You're gonna have to sit in the audience RESPECTFULLY and not boo any of the acts
That's not fair! I've worked hard on my act! "Justin says"
You know what else isn't fair? How you violently punched Logan in the stomach for no reason earlier or how you terrorized Jenny. You think they enjoyed how you've been treating them? How would you like it if someone was mean to you? It wouldn't feel good now would it? My decision is final. You're not participating. End of discussion "Principal Fitzpatrick says"
Thank you "Logan says relieved" I didn't want him to participate and make everyone miserable"
We'll be giving him a proper punishment "Justin's dad says"
Starting with no electronics "Justin's mom says"
Give me your phone right now! "Justin's dad says"
No! "Justin says defiantly"
Do as your father says!! "Justin's mom says"
It's mine! "Justin says"
You don't pay the bill for it! You're not the one who bought from the store!! Everything you have is because of your mother and I using our paychecks to provide for you! Drop the nasty attitude and GIVE ME YOUR PHONE NOW!! "Justin's dad says furiously"
At this point Justin knows not argue back and immediately obeys*
We'll also be confiscating your iPad, computer, all your gaming systems, your drone, and hover board. No going to the skatepark, no swimming, no arcade, comic book store, no hanging out with friends. Only chores. Only vegetables. Only use the computer for homework. You will learn your lesson no matter what!! "Justin's mom"
Apologize to Logan right now!! "Justin's dad says"
I'm sorry for being so mean to you "Justin says"
That didn't sound sincere. I've got an idea Principal Fitzpatrick. There is a way he can participate in the talent show. He can go onstage and apologize to everyone he's ever been mean to. And promise to never ever bully anyone again. No matter what. Even into adulthood. This promise he'll take to his grave "Logan says"
Good idea Logan "Principal Fitzpatrick says" Anything else?
I've got a lot more "Logan says glaring at Justin" How about helping the cafeteria workers taking out the trash after school, helping the janitors clean and help organize the returned library books in alphabetic order ?
Brilliant "Principal Fitzpatrick says"
That's absolutely not gonna happen "Justin says"
That's not your decision to make "Principal Fitzpatrick says"
Starting today you're doing it "Justin's mom says" Don't screw this up
You're lucky I'm being lenient with all this Justin. You're doing all this after school is over. Nobody will see you doing it. That way you won't be humiliated like you've done to me and my friends "Logan says"
You're still gonna be kind to me after all I've done to you? "Justin says surprised"
Yeah unlike you I don't have an evil dark soul that feeds off the sadness of others. I don't go out hunting for kids to be mean to. I'm nice. I'm kind. I'm respectful. You should try actually obtaining those character traits then kids would actually start to like you and not fear you "Logan says"
The meeting finally ends and everyone goes home*
The rest of the week goes well and Justin behaves himself but kids at school still don't trust him*
Friday night*
Everyone gathers in the auditorium for the talent show*
Principal Fitzpatrick: I know everyone is excited for the show to start but before that Justin has something very important to say
He walk out and gets booed immediately*
Quiet down so he can talk
clears throat* Justin: I'm sorry to anyone in here who I've bullied. I'm sorry for teasing you about your clothes or hair or favorite movie. Or subjects you like learning about. Or insulting your intelligence. I shouldn't of done any of that. I should've been a buddy not a bully. I hope you can forgive me at some point if you chose to and be my friend. That is all *Walks off the stage and sits down between two very strict teachers*
Thank you Justin. That was great "Principal Fitzpatrick says" Now onto our first act…..
Backstage*
I'm so glad we're going last "Jenny says nervously"
Me too. It's giving me some time to make any last minute adjustments to my robot "Logan says" When you go out there I'm gonna press this red button *points to it* And then you'll start singing
Ok "Jenny says"
30 minutes later it's their turn*
Here's Logan and Jenny with their act called the Wonders Of Science "Principal Fitzpatrick says"
Jenny timidly walks out to the microphone and looks at Logan who gives her thumbs up, presses the button and winks*
Colorful lights shine all over the stage and the tune of the Addams Family plays. She starts singing the whole periodic table to it and everyone cheers when she's done. Then Logan comes out and hip hop music plays and raps about the planets and the rest of the solar system while doing backflips and landing perfectly on the ground. He gets loud cheers as well*
Kendall, James and Carlos are shocked but also impressed*
I think it's clear we know who the winners are. Jenny and Logan! "Principal Fitzpatrick says and gives them first place trophies"
After the show*
Wow that was amazing! "James says" I'm so sorry about everything I've done all month. I messed up. I really messed up. The acts that Kendall, Carlos and I did weren't nearly as creative as yours. Please forgive us for doubting you
I forgive you guys "Logan says" And please stop thinking that Jenny and I are dating. We're NOT
They thought we're dating? "Jenny says" Wow…yeah I'm not ready for all that commitment
Neither am I "Logan says"
Good "Kendall says"
You did good Logan! It was fun to watch. "Katie says hugging him"
Thank you Katie Bear "Logan says"
They all go home*
