The Bully's Burger

    By Storybird

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    01 Dec, 2023

    a young woman with black hair and a black leather jacket is standing against a wall with graffiti on it

    Jasmine was not your average girl. She had a tough exterior and often found herself playing the role of the bully. But beneath that hard shell, she was just as fragile as the ones she tormented.

    three young women standing next to each other in a parking lot with power lines in the background and telephone poles in the background

    Despite her tough demeanor, Jasmine was not immune to her own kind. She was bullied by a group of older girls at school, who found pleasure in tormenting her.

    a woman sitting at a table with a cup of coffee in her hand and a drink in her other hand

    Jasmine's solace was food. She found comfort in the greasy embrace of a burger, the crunchy texture of large fries, and the sweet relief of a strawberry milkshake.

    a girl holding a cup of coffee in a diner with other people sitting at a table in the background

    Today, after a particularly harsh session with her bullies, Jasmine decided to treat herself. She entered her favorite fast-food restaurant, ordering her usual comfort meal.

    a young girl sitting at a table with a plate of food in front of her and a cup of coffee

    As she sat alone in a corner, munching on her fries, she noticed a new face in the restaurant. A boy around her age, he seemed timid and afraid, just like the ones she bullied.

    a couple of people standing next to each other in a room with a window and a door in front of them

    Watching him, Jasmine felt a strange mix of emotions. She recognized the fear in his eyes, the same fear she saw in her victims and the same fear she felt herself.

    a woman with a black hair and a leather jacket on is standing on a sidewalk with a red purse

    She decided to approach Tim, her usual stern expression softened slightly. She introduced herself, trying to come off as friendly rather than intimidating.

    a couple of people sitting next to each other at a table with a cup of coffee in front of them

    Tim, surprised by Jasmine's approach, was initially hesitant but soon warmed up to her. They started talking, sharing their experiences and fears.

    a couple of people standing next to each other in a room with a window and a book shelf behind them

    Jasmine found herself opening up to Tim, telling him about her own experiences with bullies. In turn, Tim shared his experiences, revealing that he too was bullied.

    a boy and a girl sitting on a bench together, looking at each other's eyes and looking at each other's eyes

    This shared vulnerability created a bond between Jasmine and Tim. They found solace in each other, understanding each other's pain and fear.

    a man and a woman standing next to each other on a sidewalk with a poster on the back of their shirts

    Over the next few weeks, Jasmine and Tim became inseparable. They faced their bullies together, shared meals, and found comfort in each other's company.

    a boy and a girl standing next to each other on a sidewalk with a building in the background and a picture of a girl on the wall

    Jasmine's relationship with Tim changed her. She started to see the error of her ways, realizing the pain she had inflicted on others through her bullying.

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    She decided to make amends, starting with the kids she bullied. She apologized to them, promising to never hurt them again. Some were skeptical, but most accepted her apology.

    a group of young people standing in a hallway next to lockers with lockers on the wall and one boy looking at the other

    Jasmine also stood up to her own bullies. With Tim by her side, she confronted them, no longer afraid. The older girls were taken aback by her newfound courage.

    a group of young people standing in a hallway together, all wearing black shirts and black pants, all with tattoos on their arms

    Jasmine's actions inspired other victims of bullying. They started standing up for themselves, no longer afraid of their tormentors. The school gradually became a safer place.

    a couple of people sitting on a bench in a park together, one of them is looking at the other

    Jasmine and Tim's bond deepened over time. They were not just friends; they were each other's support system. They helped each other grow and heal.

    a boy and a girl sitting at a table with hot dogs and drinks in front of them, both looking at each other

    They continued their tradition of sharing meals. The burger, fries, and milkshake became symbolic of their friendship and the comfort they found in each other.

    two young people sitting at desks in a classroom with one of them looking at the other one with a serious look on his face

    One day, while enjoying their usual meal, Jasmine and Tim decided to start an anti-bullying campaign in their school. They wanted to ensure that no one else had to go through what they did.

    three children standing next to each other in front of a poster wall with a poster on it's side

    Their campaign was successful. It created awareness among students and teachers, leading to stricter anti-bullying policies. Jasmine and Tim's story inspired everyone.

    a woman with black hair and a leather jacket leaning against a wall with her legs crossed and her leg up against the wall

    Jasmine's transformation from a bully to an anti-bullying advocate was remarkable. She had managed to turn her life around, becoming a symbol of hope for other victims.

    a young boy in a white shirt is standing in a doorway with a blue and white badge on his chest

    Tim too had changed. He was no longer the timid boy he used to be. He was confident, courageous, and a beacon of strength for those who were still struggling.

    a couple of people standing next to each other on a street with a picture of a man and woman

    Their friendship and their journey had a profound impact on their lives and the lives of those around them. They had turned their pain into power, their fear into courage.

    two young boys sitting at a table with food in front of them, one of them is eating a sandwich

    The burger, large fries, and strawberry milkshake remained a constant in their lives, a reminder of their journey, their friendship, and the changes they had brought about.

    two asian children standing next to each other in a park with trees in the background and yellow leaves on the ground

    Jasmine and Tim had gone through a lot, but they had come out stronger. They had learned that everyone has their battles, but it is how we deal with them that defines us.

    a boy and a girl sitting at a table in a restaurant looking at each other with a drink in front of them

    And so, Jasmine, who was once a bully but was also bullied, found solace in a burger, large fries, and a strawberry milkshake, and a friend who understood her.

    a couple of kids sitting at a table with food in front of them and a plate of food on the table

    In the end, they had not only found comfort in food but also in each other. They had found a friend, a confidant, a partner in their battle against bullying.

    two young men standing next to each other on a sidewalk near trees and buildings, one of them is wearing a black jacket

    They had learned that true strength lies in vulnerability and that it's okay to be scared. And most importantly, they had learned that kindness always wins.