Chapter 2 : 1The begining of the end pt 2

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Jackson's morning was a whirlwind of chaos as he struggled to cram his books and bag into his locker, his mind preoccupied with the impending football match against a formidable rival college team. The stakes were high, and he couldn't afford to be late. However, fate had other plans, and he arrived at the pitch a few minutes behind schedule.

Coach Mark's piercing gaze met Jackson's apologetic expression, but the coach's curt tone brooked no explanation. "Get out there, Jackson. We don't have time for excuses." Jackson hastily took his position on the field, where his teammates greeted him with a mix of annoyance and skepticism.

The tension was palpable, and Jackson knew he had to prove himself. Not everyone on the team was a fan of his, but he had always given his best effort, and that counted for something. The match was a nail-biter, with both teams giving it their all. In the end, the score was tied at 2-2, with Jackson notching an assist to his credit.

As the two teams exchanged handshakes and the rival college team departed, Jackson's teammates began to dissect the game. Amidst the chatter, a few of them approached him, offering grudging congratulations on his assist. "You know, Jackson, most of us were pretty upset with you after last year's finals," one of them said, "but you've really stepped up your game. Good job."

The conversation turned to social plans, and someone mentioned an app called Soulmates, which promised to find users their perfect match. Jackson politely listened, his mind already racing ahead to his next task. With a quick farewell, he sprinted off the field, eager to get home and start his post-match routine.

As he ran, Jackson couldn't help but feel a sense of relief wash over him. It had been a long and eventful day, but he had come out on top. And who knows, maybe he'd even give Soulmates a try. After all, you never know what life might have in store.

 After all, you never know what life might have in store

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Meanwhile

Lucas, a  college student, is sitting in a room with his friends after school, presumably in a study group or hangout session. However, Lucas appears disinterested in helping his friends with their economics homework, and his gaze drifts outside the window. His attention is caught by a person, later identified as Jackson, who is running from the field to the outside of the school. This brief distraction sparks a conversation among Lucas's friends.

One of them notices Lucas's interest in Jackson and makes a derogatory comment, calling Jackson a "loser" due to his poor performance in finals last year. Another friend chimes in, mentioning that Jackson ranked low on the "Script App." This sparks Lucas's curiosity, and he asks what the Script App is. His friend explains that it's a platform that ranks individuals based on their popularity, with only a select few making the list. The creator of the list remains anonymous, adding to the app's mystique.

The conversation takes a turn when Lucas's friend recommends that he download the "Soulmates" app, citing its popularity and success. It's implied that Soulmates is a social media or dating app that's currently trending among their peer group.

In this scenario, Lucas's initial disinterest in helping his friends with homework might be a sign of his frustration or feelings of being taken advantage of, as mentioned earlier. His gaze outside the window could be a coping mechanism or a way to disengage from the situation.

The conversation about Jackson and the Script App serves as a distraction, but it also reveals the social dynamics at play. The friends' comments about Jackson's poor performance and low ranking on the Script App suggest a culture of competition and social hierarchy within their school. The Script App, in particular, seems to be a platform that reinforces this hierarchy, with popularity being the primary metric for success.

Lucas is packing up his belongings in his bag, likely after meeting with his friends, and is lost in thought. The conversation he had with his friends earlier has left a deep impression on him. He's reflecting on his desire to be popular, cool, and valued, rather than feeling disposable and used by others. Lucas wants to have something going for him, to be recognized and appreciated. As he's lost in thought, one of his teachers approaches him and congratulates him on achieving full marks on his economics test. The teacher's kind words and acknowledgement of Lucas's academic achievement are a welcome respite from his earlier feelings of frustration. The teacher's parting words, "Get home safe," suggest a sense of concern and care for Lucas's well-being. Lucas, however, is already mentally preparing himself for the next step. Despite having a dorm in college, he had promised his mother that he would have dinner with her, and he intends to keep that promise. As he rushes to catch his bus, Lucas makes a mental note to himself to download the Soulmates and Script apps as soon as possible, before he gets home. This decision is likely driven by his desire to fit in and be part of the popular crowd, as well as his curiosity about the apps and their role in the social hierarchy of his school. By downloading these apps, Lucas hopes to gain a better understanding of the social dynamics at play and potentially improve his own social standing. The fact that he's prioritizing this task, even before spending time with his mother, suggests that Lucas is willing to take steps to change his social status and feel more connected to his peers.

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