The Start of a Brand New... Friendship? (Nikolai)

Settled up in the front of the class, a certain Belorussian was completely focused on the teacher after all, in order to succeed one needed to pay close attention in class. Psychology had been a bit of a challenge as it dealt with people and lots of group projects, but so far the male would be considered lucky as most of his partners were as eager to get the project done in a timely fashion along with making sure said project would earn them an A+ at the very least. Not a single one of his partners had minded when he started speaking Belorussian and he was beginning to feel quite welcomed at the school. Soft, blue gaze traveling wherever the teacher roamed, she finally announced another group project that the class needed to complete.

"I've already assigned your groups. Look at the number card I've put on your desk. Find someone with the matching card, and I'll hand out your assignment once you're settled."

Slowly, Nikolai's eyes drifted over to the little card that was stuck at the far corner of his desk. Reaching over, he turned the card to see he had gotten the six of hearts. As he glanced around the room he noticed quite a few students roaming around to claim their partners and he figured he might as well do the same. Pulling himself out of his desk, he made sure to grab his messenger bag before wandering around the classroom in search of his partner. After, comparing cards with a few other students it was starting to become apparent that the student who hadn't gotten up from his seat might be his partner. Stoic as usual, he wasn't oblivious to the slightly glares that were being sent in the direction of said student. Calmly, Nikolai headed over before clearing his throat when reaching the other student's desk after all, it was hard to miss the six of hearts card on his desk.

"I guess were partners. I'm Nikolai." The Belorussian spoke up as he tossed his card on top of the others card before taking the unoccupied seat in front of the other.

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Only a few seconds talking to the other male and he was given a some what compliment? In all honesty, it sounded rather harsh for the two first meeting each other, but he felt it could have been harsher. Once settled in front of the boy, he made sure to roll his eyes silently before turning to face the other after all, they had to work together... Despite, how badly Nikolai wanted to do the project on his own as he could already tell this project would be a lot of "fun".

"Today, you'll be discussing inappropriate behavior and societal norms. You'll do your planning, then make a powerpoint or banner on it, in the time you have. You'll present tomorrow morning."

Short period of time to work with, but the project seemed quite simple. All they need now was to pick as unlucky soul to be their guinea pig and a couple of students came to mind in a heartbeat. Of course, the only reason they came to mind was their outer appearances which didn't seem to be "normal". Yet, he was caught slightly by surprise when his so-called partner continued to use slurs and exclude himself from the project... Even though Nikolai was sure he'd be perfect by the way, he acted after all, it wouldn't harm him to be nice for five seconds.

"Well, they don't exactly have to be rude-" Nikolai murmured over towards his partner as he tried to figure out who would be a good candidate. "What about that one first year kid who runs around wearing skirts? It isn't really a common thing and a lot of society uh doesn't approve." A brief pause was given at society almost as if he needed a moment to figure out the rest of the sentence while his accent started to shine a little from the lengthy speech. In all honesty, he hoped the other didn't notice or didn't care.

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In all honesty, Nikolai felt he was speaking to a wooden plank as his partner decided to go silent. Yet, he was quite pleased to know the other didn't jump on him for the tiny error of pausing. From the silence he took it as the other stopped listening to him when he gave his suggestion which gave him some relief. The last thing he needed was to fight with his project partner & cause a scene during class... Sadly, faith didn't seem to like that idea as he watched the other males eyes narrow just slightly before he finally spoke up.

Much of the time, Nikolai was in a peaceful state. He wasn't joyful nor was he filled with rage and he liked that about himself especially with the fact he wasn't quick to anger on most subjects. Yet, it seemed the other managed to find one topic that normally set him off within seconds. His own eyes narrowed as not only was he mistaken for Russian, but his family got thrown into the mix as well. Attempting to hold back his anger, his gaze flickered over to the side as he tried to very calmly explain what he was.

"I never said there was a thing wrong with it... It's just uh there is still a portion of society who still doesn't accept it." Attempting his best not to break into Belorussian, he took a deep breath before breathing out quietly. Almost as if he was trying to get his anger to disappear before he went onto the next part. "Also, I'm Belorussian. Nice try."

While his partner went on this Russian stereotypes, Nikolai tried his best to ignore the comments made as he tried to think of someone else for the project. Obviously, his partner needed to get the message that they weren't going to do it on him or his family. For the most part, his family was made up of two hard working parents who tried to offer Nikolai everything they could. Even going as far as his father getting a second job just to help send Nikolai to this academy.

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Students staring over towards the two only added to the discomfort Nikolai was feeling after all, his project partner was quite a disrespectful guy... Heck, he couldn't even figure out what he had done to cause such a reaction out of the guy because no matter how he tried to explain he simply didn't care what this kid wore, he continued to push his buttons. In all honesty, at times like these he wished his father had stayed in Belarus.

"Нічога. Ці можам мы прапусціць гэта?" The switch went noticed at the last second, but Nikolai didn't feel the need to translate at this point because once again, his partner would continue to poke the subject. Focusing his gaze on something else, he attempted to ease his discomfort even if there were still a few lingering stares from the class.

"Гэта зусім іншая краіна, але я мяркую, што я не павінен чакаць, каб вы ведалі, адну краіну за выключэннем Амерыкі." Speaking his native tongue was slightly helping him. He wasn't stressing about tripping over his words or making mistakes after all, he just simply had to speak. There were no thoughts nor pause, it came as natural as English came to his so called 'partner'.... So far, his goal didn't seem to include passing this class, but pissing him off.

Yet, what really got the Belorussian quite upset was the comment made towards his mother. Snapping his gaze back towards the other, a low growl seem to come from his throat. At times like these, he was quite glad that Belorussian sounded rough. Unlike English were one had to raise their voice, Nikolai always found Belorussian to be quite harsh against ones ear if they were unfamiliar with the language.

"О, гэта таму, што я прыйшоў з іншай краіны азначае мая маці не можа быць што-небудзь яшчэ? Яна амерыканец. Тым не менш, гэта не з'яўляецца ні адзін з вашага бізнесу. Замест таго каб турбавацца пра мяне, чаму б нам не засяродзіцца на праекце? Ці вы спрабуеце пазбегнуць яго, каб вы не робяць агульную сябе дурнем? Замежныя дзіця ведае больш, то вы? Сад. Яны заўсёды казалі амерыканцы павінны былі быць разумней." Barely raising his voice as he didn't want to draw more attention on to himself, he allowed a small smirk to form on his lips before his gaze turn away. Breaking out of his native tongue, he couldn't help, but to be more pleased with this situation.

"So for the project. Do you have any ideas?"

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