“Where is he? Where’s Foxy?” “He’s a car. It’s okay, Kev. We’ll find him. We’ll find him. We’ll find him. We’ll find him.”
“Kev, what’s wrong?” “They stole Foxy. They stole him.” “He’s such a loser. Even his plushy wanted to get away from him.”
“Which one of you did this? Or was it both of you?” “Step off, freak. You don’t know what you’re talking about.” “I do know one thing. You’re a jerk.”
“My arm. Ow, are you okay? My arm.” “What on earth is going on?” “Annie assaulted me.” “Yeah, and her arm. Ow. Yikes.”
“Annie, I’m going to have to expel you.” “What? You can’t do that.” “I can do whatever I want, young lady. This is my school.”
“So, who’s excited for their first day? It’s going to be good. Right, Kev?” “Hey, it’s okay. I’ll walk you to your first class.” “No, no, no, no.” “Of course this happens now.”
“Annie, why don’t you take your brother inside? I’ll deal with this.” “It’s okay. Come on.” “Okay, so your homeroom should be somewhere in this building.”
“You guys lost?” “Yes.” “I’m Aiden.” “Great, ’cause we need some Aiden.” “Sorry, bad joke. I’m Annie, and this is my little brother Kevin. It’s our first day.” “Pleasure to meet you, too.”
“Do you need help finding your classes?” “Yes, we do.” “Hey. That’s my spot. First day and you’re already trying to take my place?” “Sorry. I didn’t see the sign. I was having some car trouble.”
“There’s going to be more trouble if you don’t move that bucket of bolts out of my space.” “Sorry. One second.” “Ms. Carter was my homeroom teacher, too. She’s great. You have nothing to worry about, little man.”
“And just remember, you’ve got your special friend with you. Boxy’s not going to leave your side. And don’t forget, I’ve got Foxy with me, too. Just like you.” “That was really sweet of you.” “Aw, thanks.”
“Well, it’s just my brother is really, really shy. He’s had anxiety his whole life, and I’ve always had to look after him. I just hope that this school treats him way better than the last.”
Late for work and angered my boss all on the first day. Off to a great start. “Hey. Thanks for all your help.” “Yeah, of course. Anytime.”
“What do you think you’re doing?” “Macy, this is Annie. It’s her first day.” “Yeah, it must be if she thinks she can flirt with my man.” “What? Flirt?” “Save it. You better back off if you know what’s good for you.” Already making enemies before first period. Off to a great start.
“Class, we have a new student. Kevin, why don’t you tell everybody a little bit about yourself.” “Hi. Um, my name is Kevin. It’s my first day here. I used to go to Davenport School.”
“What’s with the plushy? Are you five?” “Hayley. I don’t have to tell you how inappropriate that remark was, do I?” “It’s not my fault he’s a freak.” “Hayley. Last warning. Have a seat, Kevin.”
“Don’t listen to Hayley. She’s a bully. I think your plushy is pretty cool.” “Lauren Hughes, you’re late.” “I’m so sorry. My car was throwing a temper tantrum today.” “Excuses already? Not a good sign for our new vice principal. I hope this isn’t a sign of things to come.”