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then what happened? surely your prof didn’t let that slide

They add various emojis to my texts as I explain the argument and tell them about the professor making us find a way to work together.

Juliana

an action plan? seriously? how about he tells that asshole to sit down and shut up and we all move on with our lives

Beau

That would’ve been my preference.

Lucas

Don’t hate me, but I actually think the professor is onto something.

Juliana

*clutches pearls*

Lucas

You said this guy’s been antagonistic to you since the beginning. Clearly there’s more to it. Any normal, rational person doesn’t just berate a classmate in front of a room full of people for no reason.

Lucas

If you talk to him, maybe you’ll find out why he’s so… rude?

Lucas

Is rude a good word?

Beau

I honestly don’t even know if it’s worth it at this point. I came here to study Scottish history, and apparently I’m not equipped to do so. My grades and Torin have made that clear.

Beau

Maybe I should cut my losses and come home.

Juliana

nope

Juliana

fuck that

Juliana

don’t let some nerdy douchebag get the better of you

Juliana

you’re better than that

Lucas

Hate to do this twice in one day, but I agree with Juliana again.