H.W # 24- Short Story 1

Yo son, you have to get some new kicks. Stop wearing those payless shit. Your life worth more than a penny. You feel me?

Umm.. does it matter what I wear? Can you mind your own business Mei Dong?

Look at you Quinn. Wearing a loose purple shirt with some baggy ass jean. Look at your fuck up sneaker. Did you borrow it from a bum? You look ridiculous! I am trying to help you out, my dude.

I dont need your help. I dont need new clothes. (looking down at himself) And how do I look ridiculous. Everyone has different styles.

You dont look ridiculous? (shock) Did any girls ever like you? If i were your mom, I will trade you away for some eggs. I swear to my mother's life, you DO look ridiculous!

Nothing to say? Quinn, I dont have any respect for you. Your ugly ass doesnt belong her. And one more thing, learn how to take a fuckin' shower or use deodorant bodyspread.

My god! looking at you makes me lose my appetite. Fucking god! ( walking away) DISGUSTING.

This is the first time Quinn had felt this way. Is it true that he look ridicuolus? Is is true that his mother could has trade him away for something better? Is it true that Mei Dong was right? It cant be. I dont look that bad. Do I? Well I am going to find out.

Yo what's up my man, Keith? Chillin?

I am going home with Tiffany.

Word! My boy. You gonna hit that?

What!?

You and Tiffany (wink)

Shut the fuck up Quinn, and why are you acting so weird?

How do I act weird?, son?

Cos yo dumbass is tryna act cool and talking slang. Getta the fuck outta here. (walking away)

Quinn spotted Michelle and nervous walk over to her.

Hey Michelle, you wanna hang out with me?

Umm.. sure... when?

Around 6, you wanna go to the movie?

Are you asking me for a date?

umm.. no... umm... maybe... Do you?

(starting to laugh) You think I...

Hey Michelle, where are you going afterschool?

Yo girl, stop interfering my convo with my girl.

Michelle is your girl?

Quinn, listen. I know you are nice but I dont see any coolness in you. The way you look and dress, doesnt make me interested in you. And can you stop talking like that? (turning back to cory) Let's go Cory.

(laughing) Quinn? You are RIDICULOUS

Walking back home alone, Quinn felt very incomplete. He wish everyone was happy with what he is wearing, but how can he turn the tables around? Quinn stop in front of Jimmy Jazz. He then walk right in and surprising he saw many rare shoes. He kept on looking and looking, realizing he need to be cool. He was fascinated with all these brand clothing until he heard these boys whispering. "That nigga is ugly. He need to learn the word fresh." That made Quinn more heartbroken but that doesnt stop him, from looking around the store. He was very drawn into the Jordan and Nike shoes, until someone said, " Sir, we dont have your brand. Payless is across the street. Thank you." Quinn's mouth drop wide open. What does dressing or looking good has to do with anything in life? Why cant anyone take him for a granted that he doesnt care how he look. Fuck being cool. Jesus!

Walking down those miserable blocks back home, he was comparing himself to other people. North Face, Levis, Jordan, Looney Tunes, Nike, Tims, Converse, South Pole, Forever 21, DU-Rag, chains, fitted, footlocker. You name it. Howcome!? Howcome!!? Howcome!!!? I cant be like the rest? Almost home, Quinn lept on thinking how can he become like the rest. Immendiately, Quinn thought of something. If there's a problem, there got to be a solution. He took out a pair of scissor from his bookbag and smile.

Hey mom, guess what?

What happen son?

I was trying out for the basketball team and I got myself a playing spot. That means I am able to play for the team.

That's nice ( walking away)

But mom, we need to go shopping for sneakerm because I torn my sneaker while practicing.

You just got a new pair last month, how can you probably wreck it?

Cos Im.. Im.. ran a lot of suicide to impress the coach.

Fine, we go tomorrow.

Looking through every section, Quinn was hypnotize with all the shoes and clothes collection around him. He simply gather up all the good looking items and rush to the nearest changing room to try on his new clothes.

Walking back to school the very next day, he realize his friends was checking him out. Just zoning out while Quinn walk by each and everyone of them with a smirk on his face. Acting all tough and real, Quinn walk toward Michelle.

Yo babe, what's good with you and yo outfit. You look good girl.

Hey Quinn, (checking him out)

You wanna hit the dance floor at my friend's studio or chill at tha bartender?

Umm... I am not quite...

(Mei Dong walking toward Quinn and Michelle) Hey Michelle, (looking at Quinn) Damn son, when you become a transformer, Quinn? Or is that yo Halloween custome?

Nah yo, yo mom own me money from last night so I decided to spend it on myself to look fresh for her. You feel me?

Nigha! you want to start something?

Nah my dude, I dont start anything with ugly people, I start with yo mom.

Son, I was the one who taught you how to be fly.

My man, now it is my turn to teach you how to become ugly. Say Michelle( turning to Michelle) You down to tha casino? Pick yo sexy ass up at 8.

Quinn was influence by his friend's words and judgments. Now he knows how to be cool in a "good" way. He spends his time, shopping and chilling with his boys. Quinn wasnt trying to be a G, he just wants to stand out and help people. Quinn doesnt hassle around trying to be well knoww, he just want respects. He is a helpful cool young man.

The End...

P.S - - my story can be a little bit confusing. If you have any questions, leave me a comment. Thank you