[ when mary turns to look at ann, ann's looking right back at her with understanding and compassion despite how upset she is. ann had always been alone, but she was never bullied like that. it's just wrong, cruel beyond belief, and she turns back after a moment to stare down at the coffee dripping inside of the coffee maker. ]
I'm sorry, Mary. It's not dumb. It's hurtful.
[ well. it's dumb on the bullies' behalf, but mary's feelings are valid and she has every right to be upset over this. ]
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I'm sorry, Mary. It's not dumb. It's hurtful.
[ well. it's dumb on the bullies' behalf, but mary's feelings are valid and she has every right to be upset over this. ]
You're not any of those things. I promise.