A Hero's Other Half

Why You Need Your Friends

Troy was sitting near the lake. He wished they had a mission to distract him. Troy knew that relationships weren't his thing. He never thought of having one. That is until now. Selina was his first relationship. He never experienced one before.

He would see it happen to people on television or in the movies. But when it actually happens, it's nothing compared to real life.

The gang had finally found Troy at the lake. They all stared at each other before walking over there.

"Hey man you alright?" Jake asked as they all sat down next to him.

Troy didn't answer. He just kept staring at the water. He didn't feel good at all. Like, there's a weird empty hole in his stomach. Of course, he wouldn't cry.

He would like to admit that, but he's a leader now. He can't just break down in front of his friends/teammates. Leaders benefit others and stand proud no matter what comes their way.

And of course things can bother them, but admitting things doesn't usually go well for Troy.

"Listen, it's OK not to be strong about everything. No one can hold it all in. Trust me I've done it before. But you know we will always be there for you, just like how your there for us." Emma said.

Troy felt a little better hearing that. But, there's a reason why Selina was the only one.

They both grew up in the same neighborhood for 16 years before he moved. It took him 14 years to admit he liked her. She was fun, cool, nice, and a little rebellious. She was like that ever since he met her.

Now, to see her true colors really stabbed him in the back. 4 years! Senior year would have made it 5! If he could elope with her, he would of. After an hour of silence, Troy finally spoke up.

"I just....didn't want to experience what happens to most people. At least not in front of the entire school. It was really embarrassing! And everyone was recording. It's probably a hit on YouTube by now." He said.

"Of course no one would want to experience what just happened. It just happens! But, that doesn't mean it's something to get over quickly either." Gia replied.

Noah nodded.

"That's true. And besides, I doubt that-"

"Uh guys?" Jake asked.

The group turned to him.

"What?" Emma replied.

"I don't think you can say that." Jake informed them.

"Why not?" Noah asked.

"Check it out." Jake stated as he held up his phone.

He showed the video. It was posted! So far it reached 2,000 views! How? The caption read: Bayes' Bad Breakup. Jake quickly paused the video. Troy was shocked. Why would someone laugh at this? Then again, who posted it?

"It's also on the school website. Under 'The Gossip' column." Jake added.

He was on Google as well. On one of his tabs. That's how he found out.

"And your just telling us now?!" Gia yelled.

"Hey, no one asked! And besides, now isn't the best time." Jake replied pointing to Troy.

He was speechless. First, Selina cheats on him. Then, it was posted on YouTube and the school website! This was turning into the worst day of his life. Now, he and the rangers knew there was going to be major buzzing tomorrow.

"Well, this stinks." Troy admitted.

"Sorry bro." Jake replied.

He sighed.

"You need a hug?" Emma asked Troy randomly. She always offered a hug when something like this happens.

Troy thought about it for a second. He didn't mind hugs, but that wasn't his thing much either. Then, he walked up to where she was sitting. Emma got up and hugged him. Gia soon joined in. So did Noah. Jake joined in as well.

"Thanks guys." Troy remarked.

"Anytime." Noah said.

They all sat back down and looked at the lake. Jake broke the silence by saying,

"I never did like that kid."

That made everyone laugh. Even Troy.

"Thanks man. I needed that." Troy said.

"Hey, it's what I do." Jake replied.

Silence then took over. This topic was something that Troy didn't want to focus on. But, it would come back later. After a few minutes Jake asked Troy,

"I'm going to ask you this personally because she's your ex......can I beat her up?"

Troy's eyes had widened. He was furious at her, but didn't want her to get pumbled....much.

"Umm.....well...." was his response.

"Jake you don't need to do that..... I GOT HER!" Gia said while pounding her fist into her hand.

"So there is gonna be a girl fight? Sweet!" Jake remarked pumped for the fight.

"Oh boy!" The other three said together.

Troy smiled. He didn't feel great about the breakup, but it was nice to know he had friends who really cared.