My Beloved

New School

   My name is Zach. I'm a freshman at a new school. My mom is the math teacher, and my dad is the principal. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with the transition, but I know it'll get easier because I've already made a friend named Finley. Finley has helped me get settled in, introducing me to other students and teaching me how things work. They have assisted me in avoiding my bully, Axle. Axle has been bullying me since the first day of school and has been trying to make my life a living hell. Axle and his stupid group of "friends" have been harassing me, making sly comments about my clothes and my intelligence. I have no idea how Finley and Axle are sisters and brothers; they are complete opposites. Finley, my best friend, has stood by me and been a great help, while Axle is a jerk who breaks girls' hearts faster than you can blink. To make matters worse, I have a feeling that Axle's bullying has been affecting my grades and mental health, and I have to make a decision on whether to confront him or avoid him altogether. Tonight I have to meet Finley's parents, and Axle is going to be there. I can't tell if I hate him or maybe I have a tiny crush on him, but even if it's a crush, it's stupid because he bullies me and other students that have a "crush" on Finley. I'm so confused and overwhelmed, but I know that whatever I decide to do in this situation, it will affect not only me but also my relationship with Finley. No matter what I decide to do, it will be a difficult situation. I need to think carefully about how I should behave tonight. Regardless of how I may feel about him, I must remember that it is not okay for him to be bullying other students, including Finley's friends. Despite my own personal feelings, I need to take a stand for what is right and make sure that Finley does not feel any further pressure from his friends due to his association with me.