How to Act "Correctly" ~*~ArsonBros/RichJake~*~

2. Be More "Cool"

(A/n: Just a quick note! Bolded text (that doesn't read "A/n" is the Squip speaking to Rich. Italicized text is Rich thinking directly at the Squip. Normal text would indicate Rich's thoughts or descriptions of things. The Squip can, however, still hear these thoughts. I mean, he's in Rich's brain, remember?)

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          I was in shock. Complete and utter shock. This... Thing... Was just standing in front of me, watching me.

          Stand up. I don't care if no one else can see you, you look like an idiot.

          I scrambled to get up, still staring at the creature. It looked like a human, but not at the same time? I don't know... It was a lot to take in.

          You're confused. Good.

          The being smiled mockingly at me.

          Come on, now.

          "Where?" I question. Looking at the being, I was even more confused. He looked like a high schooler. Maybe a junior? His hair was black, but he did have this mint green streak through it. He wore a mint green hoodie and had black jeans. Looking at his eyes, they were a really unnaturally bright green.

          Stop taking in my appearance. And don't speak to me. Just... Think at me?

          "Oka--" I cut myself off. Okay.

          It seems like that will take some getting used to. No worries, we have all summer to fix... Well, everything about you.

          I won't say that didn't hurt, because it definitely did.

          You still have money. We're going to start with the easy part. We're going to fix your style.

          Fix my style? What the hell does that mean? I think my 'style' is fine...

          You could never be more wrong, Rich. Your style is just... Do I really need to explain this?

          I would think you should... I don't know what the fuck you're talking about.

          Well, it's too bad we don't have time for that! We need to go!

          What? Why?! I seriously don't know what the fuck is going on, but I still follow this thing. It's like I have no choice to, but I know I do. Don't I?

          We're going to get you a new shirt or two. Because that orange tee you're wearing is just... Do I really need to explain this? It's just so obvious!

          I just stay silent as we walk to a nearby shop. The Squip has me grab a couple of tank tops. I'm not sure how I feel about them, though.

          Don't be silly! You'll get used to them, don't worry about it. By the end of the summer, I'll have you suitable enough to actually show your face in the school!

          I just listen as the Squip continues talking. I barely understand anything he says. Next thing I know, the computer is talking about getting my hair dyed. Wait, what?

          Are you really that bad at listening? We're getting your hair dyed! It'll help you stand out! In a good way, mind you!

          It sounds embarrassing... I sigh, looking up at the hair place. Was I really about to do this?

          Yes. Yes, you are. It will help you, I promise!

          I sigh, walking into the shop. What am I supposed to do here?