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irhabiya · 3 months
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this is the 4th time i've answered one of my mutuals' homework lol
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timeflow · 3 months
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for the ask game!
n where n = inf A and A := {j∈ ℤ+ : ¬∃k ∈ℤ+ s.t. φ(k) = j}
assuming φ is euler totient function then I can check the cardinality of the multiplicative group of ℤ/kℤ and just go through the positive integers since I suspect it's probably either a really small number or it doesn't exist or it's an unsolved problem (either of these 2 cases would lead to me calling you names). φ(k)=1 and φ(k)=2 are obviously possible for k=2 and k=3 respectively, so I suppose φ(k)=3. 1,-1∈(ℤ/kℤ)* and 1≠-1 (since this would be k=2 which has φ(2)=1) so for the third element a such that (ℤ/kℤ)*={1,-1,a} you'd need a*a = 1, but since a is coprime with k you also need -a∈(ℤ/kℤ)*. this gives either -a∈{1,-1} at which point a∈{1,-1} which is a contradiction, or a=-a and 2a=0 which implies a divides k which is again a contradiction. so inf(A)=3, which means you have asked me:
3. Ever done any drugs?
no and I don't really intend to either
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kaserolly · 11 months
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I'm trying to relax at the seaside rn but I can't stop stressing and overthinking at all
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i-rationality · 2 years
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Do you ever spend so long trying to understand a proof, you just forget what they were proving in the first place?
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adhdheather · 1 year
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i think i would die a happier person if i never had to use a printer ever again
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vamptastic · 2 years
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looking through studyblr ap calculus posts because ive really and truly lost my mind and its making me lose my shit. why are there so many posts about vectors. why are you guys worrying about parametric equations. why cant any of you find the volume of a washer. did we take the same class? ??
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Navigating Online Algebra Classes: Strategies for Success
The rise of digital education has transformed how we approach learning, particularly in the domain of mathematics. Online algebra classes, a cornerstone of this educational revolution, offer flexibility and accessibility that traditional classrooms often cannot match. Whether you're a high school student tackling algebra for the first time, a college student fulfilling a math requirement, or an adult learner seeking to brush up on your skills, the online environment presents unique challenges and opportunities.
Understanding the Basics of Online Algebra Classes
Online algebra classes are typically structured around a syllabus, much like traditional courses, but are delivered through a digital platform. These courses may include video lectures, interactive exercises, online quizzes, and discussion forums. The digital nature of these classes allows students to learn at their own pace, which can be particularly beneficial for those who need extra time to grasp complex algebraic concepts.
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Success in an online algebra class begins with preparation. First, ensure that you have the necessary technological tools. A reliable computer and internet connection are essential, as is familiarity with the digital platform used for the course. Before the class begins, test out the learning management system to become comfortable with its features.
Creating a Conducive Learning Environment
One of the challenges of online learning is managing distractions. Unlike a traditional classroom, your learning environment may not inherently foster focus. Create a dedicated study space where distractions are minimized. This might mean setting up a desk in a quiet room or using noise-cancelling headphones to block out background noise.
Active Participation is Key
Engagement can be more challenging in an online setting, where the physical presence of classmates and instructors is absent. Actively participate by logging into your course daily, contributing to discussion boards, and reaching out to classmates and instructors. Remember, interaction is not only about solving problems but also about building a community that enhances your learning experience.
Utilize All Available Resources
Online courses often provide a wealth of resources, such as tutoring sessions, office hours, supplementary videos, and additional practice problems. Make full use of these materials. If you're struggling with a concept, the additional practice can clarify complex ideas and enhance your understanding.
Managing Your Time Effectively
Without the structure of a physical classroom, time management becomes crucial. Develop a study schedule that aligns with your daily routines and stick to it. Procrastination is the enemy of online learning; staying on schedule helps mitigate this. Break your workload into manageable chunks and set clear goals for each study session.
Seeking Help When Needed
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Testing Strategies
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Conclusion
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eligobrrrrr · 2 months
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Happee b-day to Stinky Rat Man (Aka. Me)
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reckless-rider · 5 months
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logarithmic functions make me inexplicably angry
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knockoffcaesar · 1 year
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If I survive this syntax final I will officially be invincible
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queenofcoquette · 3 months
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study smarter
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introduction:
hey loves! i know i've already posted about how to do better in school and touched on studying, but i wanted to make a post that's more in depth and is only about study habits & how to study more efficiently :)
what makes studying succesful?
small steps everyday. stay consisteny by studying a little bit each day and doing practice everyday.
have a good setting. somewhere that's quieter and you can focus in. have a drink like water or tea and maybe a snack if you want.
studying in chunks. instead of studying for 4 hours straight- study in chunks with little breaks in between. this helps you stay motivated and studying in blocks that you can focus in.
daily habits:
get all your questions answered. if you're unsure about a concept that you leanred make sure you get it clarified as soon as you can. ask questions in class or go after school if you need to.
reading over your notes. as simple as it sounds- after school just read over your notes.
doing extra practice. i like to use quizizz (usually just for psychology) and khan academy (for chemistry and algebra 2).
start studying a week or two before exams. cramming isn't good, ik so many people swear that they *only* remember things if they study before, but you should be aiming to getting information into your long term memory. some classes you can cram when they're only memorization based (i used to do this with biology) but when you get into courses that aren't just filling in blanks and you need to think deeper, it's going to be pretty difficult.
connect new learning to previous knowledge
make meaningful connections- like for example you could relate something you learn in psychology to things you can observe in your life. or relating enzymes in biology to chemical reactions in chemistry.
go beyond what you need to learn
ask yourself questions that get you thinking. 'why does x occur?' 'how is x similar to y?' just questions that make you think deeper. this helps with storing knowledge in your long term memory. :)
test yourself
to practice revtrieval from your memory you need to be testing yourself without your notes. this can be making quizzes for yourself, or just using quizizz or a similar program.
mixing up what you're studying
let's say you're studying for geometry- like learning about finding the area and volume of different shapes. instead of studying the formula for pyramids, only practicing triangles and then moving on to studying prisms and practicing prisms- you should study them all and mix up the questions you practice. so basically just instead of solving 10 problems about riangles and 10 about prisms, you should be solving 20 problems where they're all mixed up
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evie-sturns · 2 months
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ᴇxᴀᴍ - ᴍᴀᴛᴛ ꜱᴛᴜʀɴɪᴏʟᴏ
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summary: you're mind is clouded with stress due to the fact your final highschool exams are next week. matt comes over to help you with studying, and also to take your mind off everything.
contains: smut, fluff, small age gap?, swearing, crying.
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matt and i have known each other since he was 13 and i was 11, our families have been super close for around 7 years. a year ago Matt confessed to me, I felt the exact same.
"oh my fucking god." i groan, throwing my head into my hands as i feel a burning sensation at the back of my throat.
its my final exam week starting tomorrow, and i'm attempting to catch up on last minute homework beforehand. matt graduated 2 years ago, he was top of his class, i pick up my phone and dial his number.
i need desperate help.
"hey!" matt says into the phone, a smile clear by his voice.
i sniffle quickly before starting "please come over nothing is making sense." my voice wobbles as i clutch the phone in my hand.
"oh fuck-.. no yeah ill be round in 5 minutes okay?" he says gently into the phone.
i nod like he can see me, then hang up.
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i hear my bedroom door opening, my head snaps up to look at him from my bed. hes got worry painted across his face as i see his eyes dart over my matress, which has several books on it. "you okay?" he asks, walking over to my bed and sitting down on it opposite me.
i shake my head "i can't do this shit" i groan, matt nods understandably before grabbing my hands and pulling them away from my face.
"look at me" he says in a serious tone, i tilt my head up and lock eyes with him. "i'm gonna help you okay?"
"thank you," i say as my voice breaks.
he sits up and walks over by my side before plopping down on the bed next to me, he grabs the textbook which has around 15 questions left on it. "not even ai understands it, i tried." i sigh earning a laugh from matt, i lean my head on his shoulder.
"basic algebra, you know this, i know you do sweetheart."
i shake my head "my brains so fucking foggy i bet you i couldnt do a 6th grade multiplication table right now."
"foggy like how" he questions, tilting his head.
"just everything i have so much on my mind." i reply lifting my head off his shoulder and staring at the questions.
"you're okay, look- 'factorising an algebraic equation means writing the expression as product of factors, which are simpler algebraic expressions, this is done..." the rest of what matt says doesnt get through to me, i cant physically wrap my mind around it right now.
i feel my eyes start to water before several tears start to flow down my cheeks, "got it?" matt asks, keeping his eyes fixated on the page resting on the sheets. i stay silent "hello?" he says again, this time looking over at me.
"oh god- no no don't cry" matt panics, grabbing my cheeks and giving me a gentle kiss.
"i can't think." i squeeze out, matt wraps around me. "this might not sound like good timing but, i can.. help you?" he says nervously, grimacing slightly.
i hand him the pencil, his words not passing through. "no no, like i can take your mind off of the work for a little bit" he repeats.
realisation hits me and my eyebrows raise, my head snapping round to look at matt who has an innocent expression plastered on his face. i nod, and without another word my shirt is halfway across the room.
he laughs quietly, his shirt meeting mine in the corner of the room. his chain lays loose on his bare chest. he stands up off the bed, i lie back. "i want you to just be a... - like a uh" my eyebrows scrunch "a what?"
"i hate the word but its the best way i can describe it." matt chuckles, "say it!" i smile
"pillow princess..?" he says quietly, icking himself out.
"okay" i shake my head with a wide grin before.
matts long cold fingers reach out to grab the waistband of my sweatpants, sending goosebumps down my body. he tugs at it gently, letting it slide down my legs.
"you okay?" he asks while unclasping his belt "i think?" i reply stupidly.
he nods, his tongue sticking out to wet his now dry lips. his baggy jeans pool at his ankles, leaving him in his boxers.
"ready?"
i nod, "yep-..yeah"
he stands between my legs before hovering over me, colliding our lips together aggressively.
it never fails to shock me how he can switch from so innocent to so.. different.
i moan lightly into the kiss as i feel his clothed bulge against my inner thigh. he abrubtly pulls away from the kiss pecking kisses down my neck, to my chest, to my stomach.
i squirm desperately on the bed as he pauses just above my clit.
"more." i whine, matt shakes his head, lifting his head up and grabbing my thighs he spreads them further apart.
i throw my head back "fuck." i breathe, before i can breath again matts tip presses against my clit. i instantly look up, questioning how hes just undressed the rest of the way in under a second.
he runs his soft tip through my folds, he presses only an inch or 2 inside of me before he pulls out, continuing to tease me.
"matt i need you." i groan, my back arching off the bed.
"can you get on fours for me sweetheart?" he asks softly, i nod, instantly flipping over and arching my back.
"good girl." he coos, lining himself up with me. "gonna keep being whiny?" he asks, i shake my head no. "thats right." he says.
"this is whats gonna happen okay? you aren't gonna start asking me to slow down because i think we both know how needy you were just acting."
fuck.
i dont think a single sentence has ever turned me on more.
i nod frantically, matt presses down on my back, arching my back more.
i feel him slide halfway inside of me slowly before slamming the rest of his length into me, earning a squeal from me.
before i can even process my thoughts hes slamming full force into me, deeper and deeper each time. my moans cloud the room along with heavy breaths coming from matt.
his tip continues to bruise my cervix, i clench around him each time it does.
"fuck-.." i hear matt whimper lowly from behind me.
he reaches a hand round under me and presses on my lower stomach.
hes never done that before, but holy fuck am i glad he did.
i instantly release over matts cock, clenching harshly around him with a scream.
matt pulls out, releasing over my back.
"you-you okay?" he stammers breathlessly, flopping down beside me.
i nod, my mind fully blank.
i guess him 'helping clear my head' worked.
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matt finishes redressing me before sitting back down next to me, the air around us is hot and thick, but matts still determened to get this homework done.
"okay- so as i was saying factorising an algebraic equation means writing the expression as product of factors...
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matt and i have been working through the textbook for about 20 minutes, everything makes sense and now i can't understand what i wasnt understanding earlier.
"you try this one okay?" matt hands me the pencil and i start to scribble down the awnsers. "you got it!" he smiles proudly, kissing my cheek.
i yawn, tired out from.. everything.
"you tired?" he asks, wrapping him arms around me and flopping down on the mattress. "very." i reply, my voice croaky.
"you wanna sleep, we can finish this tomorrow morning okay? and ill just drop you off at school or whatever." he asks, without another word im fast asleep on his chest.
1:24am
i wake up to the sound of pencil scribbling on paper, confused i sit up. matts sitting criss cross on the bed, leaning down over my textbook and filling in all the awnsers.
"matt?" i groan, rubbing my eyes.
"go back to sleep gorgeous," he replys, looking back at me
"what are you doing.." i ask, my eyes adjusting to the light.
"im doing this for you, you already know how to do it, i saw you. you're gonna be too tired to do this in the morning." he says.
i crawl over to matt and smother him in kisses "maattt, thats adorable."
"shush, this is a one time thing." he replys, shaking his head with a smirk.
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takemyonlineexam1 · 2 years
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t-h-i-n-g · 1 year
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“I’m scared to want you.”
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(jacob black x reader)
-chapter five- series-masterlist
word count: 2.4k
summary: time doesn’t always fix everything
warnings: awkward encounters, internal struggling with emotions, that’s really it
An: I’m going to make a tag list for the series so if you’d like to be added please comment or send it in an ask!!
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“What do you mean I got a D?” You asked, slightly exasperated. 
Edward let out a snort.
“D for Deez nu-“ he attempted to say under his breath.
“Now is not the time Edward,” you hissed. Edwards mouth immediately snapped shut, the smug look on his face disappearing at the sound of your tone. “This is bullshit, I literally looked over it like three times before turning it in,” you mumbled. 
“You can always retake it,” Bella mentioned, almost bumping into someone as you veered around the corner of the school's hallway. 
“Whatever, I have to warn every single underclassman to not take ap biology before doing so,” you muttered, stuffing the already crumpled paper into your jacket pocket. Light laughs were sounded from the two but you didn’t give them any mind. Pushing through the doors to enter the parking lot, you crossed your arms. 
“You want help studying?” Edward asked, taking out his keys. You rolled your eyes.
“You don’t even take the class.”
“Doesn’t mean I didn’t take it before.” Quirking a brow at him, you waited for an explanation. He shrugged, “I’m just that good that they let me take it last year.”
“You scored an f on our algebra exam because you put every answer as C. Even when it wasn’t a multiple choice question.” 
The boy smiled cheekily.
“I wanted to test a theory.” 
“Just because the internet says c is the best answer for when you don’t know the what to put doesn’t mean it’s actually is the answer.”
He shrugged again, opening the back seat for Bella and you to put your backpacks inside. Tossing his own in, in the process. 
 “I know, but like I said it was a theory.”
“You make my brain hurt in ways I didn’t know was possible,” you stated, walking around the back to hop into the other side.
As the other two settled into their spots, you fastened your seatbelt and slouched into the cushion beneath you. Dragging a hand down your face you sighed. 
“I’m so happy it’s Friday,” you mumbled, mostly to yourself.
Bella hummed in agreement. Silence filled the vehicle as Edward backed up and drove out of the parking lot. The soft sound of the radio being the only substitute for the absence of your voices. However even if no one was speaking you could tell their was something Bella and Edward were plotting by the way they exchanged glances across the center counsel. Bella fidgeted with her arm rest as Edward nudged her, tilting his head back in your direction.
“You’re not slick I hope you guys know that,” you announced. Together in almost unison the two tensed. Settling back in, Bella cleared her throat. 
“Do you have anything going on tonight?” She asked turning in her spot to peer at you. 
Hesitantly you responded, “No…” Bella bit her lip before elaborating.
“Would you wanna come with me to La Push beach tonight? Edward would just drop us off at my place but we can go to yours before hand to grab anything you need.” Twiddling her thumbs Bella’s looked at you through her lashes. 
“Isn’t it gonna be cold and shit?” You asked already knowing the answer. “You hate the cold.”
“Yeah, but there’s gonna be a bonfire.” Your brows furrowed.
“Are there others that are going to be there?” 
“Yeah, it’s just gonna be the guys.” 
“The guys?” you repeated, tilting your head slightly.
“You remember Embry, Quil, those guys?”
Oh.
The guys. 
Those guys.
“Oh… uh sure. I’ll just have to ask to see if I can but yeah. Sound fun.”
A light in Bella’s eyes lit at your response. Honestly she thought it was going to take physically dragging you to make you go. The way you’ve been so dismissive and uptight since the last time you saw Jacob made her assume you never wanted to see his face again. 
It had been two weeks since the Cullen movie night and since you’ve seen Jake. The Monday at school following those events were quiet when it came to the topic of the boy. Which disappointed Bella since it seemed like the two of you had hit it off and the awkwardness from the game night being put behind you. 
That obviously wasn’t the case as you visibly cringed whenever anything that related to the incident was brought up in conversation. From Jacob himself to skipbo it was as if you were hearing about your childhood dog dying at every little mention of the things that correlated with the event.
But that didn’t matter. The fact you even agreed to join Bella was half the battle itself.
“Cool,” Bella smiled, turning back into her seat. Your eyes lingered on the back of her head for a moment before darting your gaze out the window.
Well that got her chipper. Placing your chin into your palm you watched as people on the side walks passed and different students crossed the street.
Images of the boys flashed over your mind. Even if you had seen them a mere two weeks ago it felt longer. The amount of time you spent away from Jacob didn’t lessen the fact it felt like months. A never ending ache in your chest had been apparent ever since you last saw him. 
And you didn’t understand why.
It didn’t make any sense why you felt such strong emotions towards him. You didn’t even know the kid but it was as if he’s been in your heart for the past decade. 
It was just plain stupid. 
It was stupid that how you were feeling made no sense.
How you couldn’t get his stupid attractive face out of your brain. 
And it was so stupid how he had such an effect on you even when he wasn’t present.
It was like your mind was consumed by him against your will.
Not an hour ticked by without the thought of Jacob taking over your mind one way or another. Whether it be about the first night you met or the encounter at the grocery store. 
You wished it would just stop. You wished for your mind to go blank and all of your emotions to go numb. 
But that obviously can’t happen because the universe hates you.
Bringing a hand up to your lip, you bit your nail. The thought of seeing Jacob again made you nervous. You didn’t know how he would react. You didn’t know how you would react yourself.
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“This feels illegal,” Jared stated as he tossed an arm over the wall of the bed of the pickup. Quil shrugged.
“Probably not, but just saying if we get pulled over it’s on you.” Jared furrowed his brows at the accusation.
“Excuse me?”
“If you wouldn’t have flipped your car we could’ve taken two vehicles and not have to be squished in the back of Jacob’s.” 
At the sound of his name, the boy in mention glanced up from his lap. Instantly a breeze of air met his face.
“At least I have a vehicle. The fact you don’t even have your license should speak for that,” Jared countered.
“Had. You had a vehicle,” Quil corrected. “And I’ll have it soon. Just need to find my birth certificate to register for it first.”
“Yeah just maybe you should find that,” Embry snorted. 
Jacob chuckled lightly, his shoulders slightly shaking at the action. As the boys continued to bicker, he squinted his eyes to look out past the road. Trees overtook his vision as glimpses of the sun passed through them. Scanning the horizon the sight of Sam through the back window who was in the front seat driving took over his vision. Emily sat next to him, her head thrown back as a silent laugh took over her features. 
Jacob froze, his gaze holding as a familiar sinking feeling fell over him. However, he couldn’t dwell on it for long as a piece of wood was kicked onto his shin. Dragging his leg to his stomach as a response his head snapped over to Paul who was pushing logs away from him with his feet. Quills rambling overtook his senses once more further drawing his attention away.
“No cause I think my mom just doesn’t want me to get it. I don’t know where my social security card is either. She’s the one that has all that shit and whenever I ask she’s always like, ‘But if I give it to you, you’ll lose it.’ Which is true but like what if I piss her off one day and she like burns all that shit for revenge or something. I just wouldn’t have any form of identity anymore,” the boy ranted. 
“You’re mom is so nice though. She wouldn’t do that,” Embry stated.
“Yeah, she’s real nice,” Jared agreed a smirk on his face. Quil’s face scrunched up in disgust.
“Dude… Ew. But you guys don’t see the side of her I do. I swear every time I have spare time she makes me do chores. I do laundry like five times a day on the weekends. It’s so bad.” Jacob raised a brow.
“You mean when you’re not sleeping in till two in the afternoon or playing video games on your jank ass console,” he teased.
“Jacob literally shut up. You don’t even have a Wii, you can’t talk.” Jacob brought his hands up in defense.
“Oh, touched a nerve there,” Jared noted. “What could he even do with a Wii? Play bowling?”
“Could you imagine though? Jacob in his room, perfecting his bowling form as he just bombs every single go,” Embry giggled rather childishly.
“Get his ass beat in Mario Cart that’s what,” Quil stated.
Jacob scoffed, “That is so a lie and you know it.”
“I don’t think you understand how many hours I put-,” Quil was cut off as a bump passed from under them. 
A simultaneous groan passed through the group as Jacob winced, his back straightening off the side of the bed. Muttering curses he looked through the back window passing a glare that was directed to the driver. Sam waved a hand in apology as Emily turned with an uneasy smile. Mouthing a ‘sorry’ before looking back at the road ahead.
“Bro I think my tailbone got shotgunned into my ass,” Quil moaned, now laying on his side, cupping the injured area.
Adjusting his seating Jacob looked once more at Sam, somehow catching his eyes in the mirror. Darting his gaze away he settled into his spot. 
This was the first time Jacob had seen Sam since about two weeks ago. 
The last encounter he had with him was when he had come over to give Jacob… the talk. 
Jacob winced at the memory.
In all honesty it had been more awkward than the sex talk from his dad. 
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When he heard the door creak open on that Sunday, he knew who it was instantly. Which caused him to scramble around to see if there was any way for him to somehow escape the situation.
Of course he came up with jack.
Which then caused him to end up in his living room across from Sam Uley who held an unreadable expression. Puffing out his cheeks Jacob wiped his sweaty palms over his jeans as he awaited the inevitable. 
“So Jacob, you see when you meet some one who-”
I’ll save you the torture of reading how Jacob was lectured by someone who was merely three years older than him about the concept of that he now has a forever person and that there is no way he can get rid of them and how he’s destined to be trapped in this relationship for the rest of his days and he has to be there for them and love them as unconditionally as the universe wants him to or else-
Yeah… it was that bad. Jacob ended up screaming into his pillow that night till his vocal cords went raw from the amount of cringe he experienced.
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Though even with the…uh… encouraging speech he didn’t want to dwell on what Sam had told him. The situation felt too heavy  absurd. Distractions were seemingly the only possible exit from the maze of thoughts he was facing.
Taking shifts for patrol became a daily thing for him. The boys were rather accepting of allowing him to take their load of the work. Not that Jake minded. 
Binging became another escape. Watching past seasons of ‘The Bachelor’ became a regular 7-10 every night for him.
Seeing people have more ridiculous love lives than him made him feel better about himself.
Though we don’t talk about the time Billy rolled in to see him sitting on the edge of his bed, eyes glued to the TV screen as the final rose was gifted for season three…
Even with those factors it didn’t change the fact he was all alone with his mind when he went to bed.
The ache in his chest seemed to be growing every day as your face plagued his every thought.
An all too familiar lump in his throat formed as the truck pulled down La Push beach to park.
His attention was pulled away as the boys and him came to a halt.
Hopping over the side Jacob pulled down the trunk door to take some of the wood into his hold. The breeze caught him jacket as he turned to walk it to the already placed fire pit. Tossing the objects into the hole he wiped his hands to rid any potential slivers.
Looking out at the water he squinted at the bright light of the setting sun.
Glancing back over his shoulder, the sounds of a familiar trucks engine came descending down the road.
Jacob had invited Bella the week prior. This would probably the only time she showed for these things for the fact the autum weather would increase so he thought he might as well throw out the invite casually.
Walking up the sand he got ready to greet her. The other boy exhcanged glances as he passed but he didn’t pay them much mind. The drivers door opened and out came the Swan girl in all her glory. Putting a hand over her eyes to block the sun she waved to Jacob. He went to return the gesture but paused.
The passenger side became ajar and two feet planted onto the gravel.
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