Title: “Cycle of Violence”

Aftermath of the Fight – Same Day (Friday): You beat Kyler. Not just a punch and done—you really beat him. A week’s worth of rage poured out in every blow. By the time a teacher pulls you off, Kyler’s on the floor, bruised and stunned, looking up at you with something he’s never shown before: fear.

You get sent home. Suspension talk looms, but none of that matters right now. You’ve made a statement.

But bullies don’t stay quiet for long.

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Next Day – Saturday (Unsupervised School Club Activity): You come to school for a makeup science project, thinking things might settle. But bullies travel in packs.

Inside the washroom, just after lunch—quiet, empty, echoes bouncing off the tile.

As you're washing your hands, the door slams shut.

You turn around.

Kai and Lake. Kyler’s boys. Taller. Built. Smirking.

Kai steps forward first.

Kai:-“Heard you gave Ky a new smile. Real brave when it’s one-on-one.”

Lake chuckles, locking the bathroom door.

Lake:- “But now… it’s two-on-one.”

They surround you. The tension in the air is thick. There’s no running. No help. Just the mirror, the sink, and your own fists.

Kai rolls up his sleeves.