stick it to the man

grayson 'gray' monroe - 16 years old, grade 10

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Gray: so, prom was an experience.

Gray: i had fun! i hope you had fun too!

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montgomery-malachai‌:

Kai just laughed in his head as Grayson spoke, knowing his friend could go on tangents about any topic. One of his favorite memories when they went to see the new Cats movie and having to listen to Graysons thoughts and feelings for the following two hours. While most would’ve been annoyed beyond belief Kai was content, he was always content just being in their presence. Leaning against the locker next to Graysons, a small smile on his face as he watched them, a couple eye rolls following his words. “Who knew you were so popular that everyone’s wondering who has your hand for prom,” he teased with a chuckle, standing up slightly.

“It’s still weird to me that I got nominated for that,” he spoke with a slight head shake, “Perhaps it’s the Montgomery name that got me on the ballot,” he shrugged, a brow raise being sent Graysons way. Truth was, Kai already had all his stuff planned for his promposal. He had a hopeful feeling, a much larger one than some may have when doing this thing, and he was excited. “I think you’d make a great third wheel, considering you’d be the first and second loudest cheering for me,” he spoke with a small shrug, an accompanying smirk tugging at his lips as he stood up straight.

“I mean, it’s really just the same few people asking me different questions, but still,” Gray responded. He knew that he had a talent for rambling on or going on tangents whenever he stopped long enough to structure his thoughts. All the same, Gray greatly appreciated Kai listening every single time. Even though he also apologized afterwards for whatever reason seemed appropriate, whether it was monopolizing the conversation or simply because he’d been rambling for hours on end. But at the same time, he never failed to make it known that he would happily shut up to give his partner in crime or his current conversation partner a chance to speak. After all, he loved learning, new information or new thoughts someone had to share.

“Maybe or maybe it was just your natural charm,” Gray answered without missing a beat as he pushed himself away from his locker. “My vote goes to your natural charm though.” As he finished speaking, a brow raise was soon sent to Kai as mild confusion appeared on his face. They had history together, that much was obvious, but Gray would always say that there were more fish in the ocean to be found. He’d keep the recently resurrected butterflies that fluttered in his heart a secret, thank you very much. “I mean, I’m always down to be a third wheel and to be so damn loud that I take both of those spots. Just saying that your date will most likely ask what the fuck I’m thinking, saying how I’m the epitome of a third wheel.”

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tiny: yeah..i gotta go see one of my family members tomorrow. hope it doesn't suck. we can always have a code word, like pineapple or something, quick and easy to remember. what, a dude killer like you? not a chance. you're gonna have guys banging your door down. well, /our/ door, but still. college is for learning, but fun too, can't stuff your face in a book all the time.

gray: take care and i hope that it doesn't suck for you either. oh, yeah, code word sounds like a cool idea! while we're on that train of thought, pineapple's a great one. thank you very much tiny and i hope that nobody actually bangs the door down. could probably get sued for damages or something similar. anyway, i agree that stuffing one's face in a book isn't exactly the best course of action. gotta glance up from all of that reading and have the classic college experiences at some point. or just some general fun.

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don’t say maybe || kai

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"I’m just saying that yes, prom is a social construct and popularity contest, but it’s one that I’m looking forward to. What I’m not looking forward to - however - are all the questions about where my date is,” Gray rambled before he came to a stop at his locker. “Where’s your date, Gray? Why don’t you have a date? You’re seriously okay with going stag?” he imitated a few of his classmates before he rolled his eyes as he opened the door and retrieved the notebooks he needed for his next classes. “I don’t have a date, have you met me and my track record with romance, and yes, I’m seriously okay with going stag,” he continued then took a deep breath while his usual warm smile graced his features and he leaned against his locker.

“How about you, Mr. Prom Prince nominee?” he questioned as an eyebrow quirked up. “My camera is ready and waiting to go for your promposal. Just say the word or text me and I’ll be there in a heartbeat. Then on the big night I promise that I won’t be an epic third wheel. You two can have your fun in peace and quiet.” A beat of silence before Gray added, “And I’ll be the second loudest person cheering for you if that prince crown ends up on your handsome head of yours. Only seems fitting that the first loudest person would be your actual date.”

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tiny: mysterious..sucky, wild, dedicated. family ain't just one simple thing i've learned. cool, way to navigate the real world without a stranger in our room. i've lived with my brother alone for about 7 years, trust me, you're already ahead of him. do we put socks on our door so the other knows not to come in or do we just send texts?

gray: you can say that again. there are plenty of descriptions for both the people in your family and your family in general. couldn't agree more and i'm glad to hear that! then i'd say send texts if at all possible, but sock on the door if we're too focused on present matters. although knowing me, you wouldn't have to worry about getting sexiled too often. or at all really 'cause i'm going to focus, lame as that sounds.

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what are you real honest thoughts on kai?

Without a doubt, the greatest guy I know. I have the honor of calling him my partner in crime and I will always be thankful for his company.

@montgomery-malachai

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coolest people here?

Alright, so this is obviously my opinion. Hate my answers or love ‘em, whatever you want to do.

Representing the guys: Kai, Adam, Ollie

Representing the ladies: Lia, Clare, Imogen

@montgomery-malachai, @adamtorress, @ollicsparks, @rosenburg-lia, @clareedwardswrites, @imogenmorens

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what are your plans for the future if hockey doesn't work out?

Sorry sweetheart, but I think you got the wrong student. I fucking suck at any sport that isn’t soccer, swimming, or running.

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favorite person at degrassi?

Kai, hands down.

@montgomery-malachai

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excited for the TA job?

Two words: fuck yes!

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grayson 'gray' monroe - 16 years old, grade 10

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tiny: my family's only clutch when money is involved lol. thanks, biology sounds pretty dope too. and who knows, we're in the same grade, maybe we could be roommates if everything works out. better with somebody know you than a stranger.

gray: families are mysterious things, to say the least. you're welcome and thank you very much! then yeah, i'm down to be roommates if you are! i promise that i'll be the model roommate. exactly! less first meeting awkwardness and all of that nonsense.

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tiny: nice, way to come in clutch. what are you interested in studying? i mean i know it's early, but i kinda wanna study marine life. dolphins are dope.

gray: the monroes, coming in clutch since the dawn of time. dolphins are really cool and so is marine life in general. but i'm going to go for biology, see where that takes me career wise.

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tiny: thanks

tiny: oh shit really? you think they'd let a guy stay at their house or something with his guardian aunt or sister in law ? maybe we could both check it out together.

gray: anytime!

gray: yeah, i've got no doubt about it! the cousin who lives there is a pretty chill guy and is always happy to help people out. then that sounds like a great idea to me!

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@markfitzgcrald​

Green eyes flicked from the laptop screen to the notes at their side as Gray placed the finishing touches on an essay. Softly, music from an all too familiar video game piped itself through their headphones while they worked. The feeling of their fingers against the keys as well as the familiarity of the soundtrack easily grounded Gray’s mind in the present. At least in this private little pocket of their universe, they could at least attempt to forget all of the drama and chaos that the outside world held.

Or at least they thought they could. That was until they finally glanced up from their work to lock gazes with one Mark Fitzgerald. Gray recalled that he was pretty close to Ollie and even though they tried to school the look on their face into one of neutrality, the surprise was all too real. “Hey,” Gray politely greeted while they paused the music then slipped their headphones down around their neck. “What brings you to this neck of the woods?”

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do you think you'll ever be truly happy?

I certainly have hope that I will and it’s something that I’ll keep working towards.

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where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Hopefully working towards doing something meaningful or just generally spending time involved with a great charity, maybe with a hella handsome guy on my arm.